News & Updates
- KFC says ‘come back’ and enjoy a free bucket of chickenAs fried chicken wars heat up, KFC invites consumers to try a bucket of free chicken with a $15 online purchase. ... read more
- No July 14 vote on BRF-Marfrig mergerBRF says a new meeting date will be announced “in due course.” ... read more
- U.K. to amend legislation on poultry catchingA discrepancy in legislation on how birds are caught and handled will be resolved this month, but few appear particularly happy with the outcome. ... read more
- Retail purchases of turkey bounced back in Canada in 2024Canadian Turkey Stats report shows purchases in 2024 weren’t as high as they were in 2020, but they did rise when compared to the previous three years. ... read more
- Wayne-Sanderson Farms celebrates new Arkansas feed mill grand openingDANVILLE, Ark. — Wayne-Sanderson Farms announces the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art feed mill at the company’s Danville Complex in Arkansas. The $43 million facility is designed to produce more than 8,500 tons of feed per week, supporting 130 family farm partners throughout the region. Company leaders and team members were joined by state and local dignitaries on July 9 for a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony. “The opening of ... read more
- White Castle permanently brings back Crispy Chicken SliderThis is the chain’s first permanent addition to the menu in three years. ... read more
- Trump administration’s DOJ files lawsuit against California over egg pricesWASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the state of California over what it says is “burdensome red tape on the production of eggs and poultry products nationally in violation of the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution.” This lawsuit also names California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Rob Bonta, state attorney general, as well as other California state officials. “Americans across the country have suffered ... read more
- CDC ends its emergency human bird flu responseATLANTA — Citing a reduction in cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced that it is ending its emergency response for H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza for people. The agency notes that the last human case was documented in February 2025. It also adds that the risk to human health remains low. There has been no documented person-to-person spread, and through the course of this outbreak there ... read more
- Tyson’s Keystone Foods cited in 2024 explosion and fireThe company faces a fine of $16,550 in incident that seriously burned two workers and killed a woman who was not employed at the plant. ... read more
- Polish poultry farmers to receive support from EU fundsThe European Commission has agreed to support the authorities in Poland provide compensation for losses incurred by poultry farmers as a result of outbreaks of HPAI in 2021-2023. ... read more
- Panda Express again offering its summertime Hot Orange ChickenROSEMEAD, Calif. — Panda Express® is officially bringing back its Hot Orange Chicken to all 2,500-plus restaurants nationwide, for a limited time. Just in time for National Orange Chicken Day on July 15, this fan-favorite's return is sparking a summer sizzle, complemented by an immersive “Orange Chicken Kitchen” experience hitting Panda’s New York City Midtown restaurant from July 15-20, the company announced. The Original Orange Chicken®, first introduced by Panda ... read more
- How poultry operations can set smart sustainability goalsTailored strategies and data-driven decisions are key to moving from vision to action. ... read more
- Trump administration sues California over egg policiesThe administration claims that laws like Proposition 12 drive up egg prices without advancing consumer welfare. ... read more
- Baiada’s Charity Chook to help Australian childrenThe company is rebranding its Steggles Family Roast chicken in July and is making a donation for each one sold. ... read more
- Chicken & Eggs: Latin America's Protein PowerhouseAs poultry production continues to rise in Latin America, so does consumption of chicken and eggs, positioning the region as a worldwide benchmark. ... read more