News & Updates
- HPAI detected in additional Indiana farmsINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The current highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak continues to worsen in Indiana as three more cases of the disease have been detected in the state. All three cases were at commercial egg layer farms in LaGrange County, the Indiana Board of Animal Health reported. The first case was on Oct. 19, and more than 19,000 birds were affected. The second case was on Oct. 25, and more ... read more
- 4 European states record first avian flu outbreaks of seasonAs further outbreaks are reported in poultry flocks in several European states, the first cases of the fall have been confirmed in Belgium, Slovakia and Sweden. ... read more
- 14 chicken consumption trends to plan for in 2026With modern consumers becoming increasingly digital-forward and changing perceptions of health and nutrition, the broiler industry is adapting to meet demand. ... read more
- Indiana reports more avian flu in LaGrange CountyThe presence of the virus has been detected in three similarly sized laying hen flocks in the county since October 19. ... read more
- Meyn expands presence in the United StatesCompany is investing $65 million in a new manufacturing & innovation campus in South Carolina. ... read more
- Jennie-O report explores Thanksgiving celebration’s culture and heritageAUSTIN, Minn. — This year, Jennie-O is celebrating a simple truth: There’s no single “right” way to do Thanksgiving. Across America, holiday tables tell the story of where families come from — whether that means grandma’s green bean casserole recipe that hasn’t changed since 1975, or new additions like lumpia, pierogies, or kimchi making their debut alongside the turkey as the main event. This delicious evolution shows how the nation’s ... read more
- Kuehneman named interim CFO of Hormel FoodsJacinth Smiley, who has held the position for the past four years, is leaving the company. ... read more
- Seaboard’s income from Butterball up $20 million in Q3The financial improvement is largely attributed to higher volumes sold, lower feed costs and improved bird health. ... read more
- Zoetis appoints Tilenius to board of directorsHealth entrepreneur brings her digital and artificial intelligence experience to Zoetis board. ... read more
- Bird flu cases spread into some western statesGAINESVILLE, Ga. — As the fall migration season continues and the temperature drops, bird flu is spreading further west. Recently, the Wyoming Livestock Board and USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced the presence of HPAI in a Weston County backyard poultry flock. Samples from the flock were tested at the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory and confirmed at the APHIS National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa, the WLSB ... read more
- Poultry’s antibiotic use prevention story should be toldSharing antibiotic prevention strategies could reshape how consumers understand poultry production. ... read more
- Avian flu hits California for first time since FebruaryThe latest situation involves a commercial duck breeder flock in Sonoma County. ... read more
- Novel coccidiosis protozoan detected in Iranian poultryFor the first time, an unusual form of the coccidiosis-causing poultry parasite has been identified in the West Asian state. ... read more
- Authorities thwart potential $75,000 frozen turkey theftWhile investigating a case involving the theft of Bitcoin machines, deputies learned of a plot to hijack a semi loaded with frozen turkeys. ... read more
- U.S. poultry included in new Southeast Asian trade agreementsWASHINGTON — During his current trip to Southeast Asia, President Donald Trump, joined by administration officials, on Oct. 26 signed new reciprocal trade framework agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia. Some tariffs will presently remain, but there are noted provisions for American agriculture, including poultry and eggs, in the accords. “These landmark deals demonstrate that America can maintain tariffs to shrink the goods trade deficit while opening new markets for ... read more
