News & Updates
- Avian influenza update- focus on vaccination [PODCAST}Mark Clements, editor-in-chief poultry with WATT Global Media welcomes Dr. Taoufik Rawi, Boehringer Ingelheim’s head of franchise global strategic marketing- poultry, to the podcast to examine the latest developments with avian influenza. ... read more
- UEP Certified launches Hatch Check programATLANTA — UEP (United Egg Producers) Certified, the nation’s leading hen welfare certification program representing the majority of U.S. egg production, has launched Hatch Check, a new certification for egg producers and hatcheries that supplements UEP Certified’s existing hatchery audit. Hatch Check is for those choosing to incorporate in-ovo sexing technology or to raise male chicks as an alternative to culling and ensures transparency through third-party audits measured against a ... read more
- Noble Foods wins Family Business of the Year honorThe company was the winner in the food and drink category. ... read more
- Might coccidiosis control programs lose ionophores?Risks to humans from ionophore use in animals remain unclear but new study highlights potential threat. ... read more
- USDA gives update to its five-prong bird flu strategyWASHINGTON — Egg prices earlier in the year reached record-high levels with the nation’s egg producers reeling from ongoing struggles associated with highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks. In February, USDA announced a five-pronged plan to combat the virus, and on June 26 the agency announced an update on how the plan is progressing. USDA notes that since February wholesale egg prices have dropped 64 percent and retail prices have fallen ... read more
- UEP launches in-ovo sexing certification programThe new program offers egg producers and hatcheries the ability to certify that they are using in-ovo sexing technologies. ... read more
- Former Burnbrae VP inducted into Ontario ag hall of fameCraig Hunter recognized for dedication to improving the economic prosperity and stability of farm families in the Ontario and Canadian poultry industries. ... read more
- 948 HPAI biosecurity assessments done in Rollins’ early tenureU.S. agriculture secretary urges more poultry producers to take advantage of free assessments as part of five-pronged strategy to reduce avian flu impact and stabilize egg prices. ... read more
- Cargill strengthens its Philippines feed production with new partnershipMANILA, Philippines — Cargill is further strengthening its presence in Mindanao, with a new feed production partnership with Biotech, a state-of-the-art facility located at the Biotech Agro-Industrial Complex in Tantangan, South Cotabato, the Philippines. This strategic collaboration reflects Cargill’s continued investment in one of the country’s most vital agricultural regions, aimed at delivering faster, more reliable, and high-quality feed solutions to better serve customers, the company announced. Biotech Farms, established ... read more
- Wingstop Scores Big with NBA Chicken PartnershipThe fast casual chicken foodservice chain scored with virtual and courtside signage during nationally televised broadcasts. ... read more
- Rise and Shine! McDonald’s breakfast menu now has chickenEnjoy the most important meal of the day with the new Chicken McGriddle and McChicken Biscuit. ... read more
- Poultry Consumer Trends 2025: Top 10 InsightsFollow links to the most popular consumer trends articles, podcasts and blogs from WATTPoultry in the first half of the year. ... read more
- Tyson Foods to expand, upgrade Kentucky plantThe $23.5 million investment will support the retention of 1,100 jobs in Robards and Henderson County. ... read more
- Poultry Threat: Newcastle Disease Emerges in BCNewcastle disease and avian flu may soon threaten the Latin American poultry industry even more. ... read more
- JBS leaders ring opening bell at New York Stock ExchangeThe Brazil-based company provides a strategic business update as it celebrates its dual listing. ... read more