News & Updates

Franchise owner IMC to sell stake, form joint venture with Kentucky Foods Chile Limitada ... read more

Elizabeth Doughman, editor, WATT PoultryUSA and Poultry Future, and Lynn Dornblaser, principal consultant, Mintel. examine the growing consumer preference for convenience in chicken consumption, as well as explore the dichotomy between premium and value. ... read more

MLB deal could help foodservice brand find more fans. ... read more

Continuing domestic protein supply growth shows promise for another strong year in 2025. ... read more

TUCKER, Ga. — The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association and the USPOULTRY Foundation have approved $380,000 for four new research grants at four institutions through the Comprehensive Research Program. The research funding was approved by the Boards of Directors of both organizations, following recommendations from the Foundation Research Advisory Committee (FRAC). This committee assesses research proposals to evaluate their potential impact on the industry and subsequently advises the boards on ... read more

Reduced slaughter by Butterball, Jennie-O Turkey Store and Cargill Protein results in the U.S. turkey industry having the lowest HHI calculation since 2000. ... read more

Start planning for the future of the broiler and turkey industries now. ... read more

After U.S. Health and Human Services secretary suggests HPAI should be allowed to “run through the flock,” a group of House Democrats launched an investigation. ... read more

UTRECHT, the Netherlands — According to RaboResearch’s latest animal protein report, global poultry trade is expected to remain strong amid relatively tight global protein supply and growing consumption, but geopolitics is a wild card. Poultry remains an affordable protein option for price-conscious consumers. Improved economic conditions in many regions, together with ongoing high prices for other proteins, make poultry an attractive option for consumers worldwide, Rabobank notes. Global consumption growth ... read more

While there has been a reduction in avian influenza cases, resulting in lower egg prices, the fight against the disease is far from over. ... read more

Tiny microdroplets made of water and air can reach far into microcavities in the bird carcass. ... read more

The company is correcting issues it noticed at the plant that prepares and cooks chicken used in its frozen meals. ... read more

WASHINGTON –  Reaction in the agriculture industry to President Donald Trump’s proposed reciprocal tariffs on foreign goods is mixed. Some government leaders praised the president’s actions, offering support for the “America first” ideals. “FARMERS COME FIRST - @POTUS is leveling the playing field, ensuring American farmers and ranchers can compete globally again!” Secretary Rollins posted to X on Tuesday. “Today, President Trump is taking urgent action to protect the ... read more

MINNEAPOLIS — For those gearing up to attend next week’s PEAK show in Minneapolis, Minn., the following provides a brief schedule of important times and functions:   April 8 8 a.m.-7 p.m.: Registration/badge pick up. Start times vary, Partner events: North Central Avian Disease Conference, Devenish Nutrition Symposium, Organic Egg Farmers of America. 1-3 p.m.: Multi-State Poultry Feeding & Nutrition Conference. 3:30-4:30 p.m.: 4 concurrent education tracks: Turkeys, Broilers, ... read more

The first of April brings Raising Cane’s lotion, a chicken latte and other April Fools marketing pranks. ... read more