News & Updates
- Chore-Time celebrates Jim Rose’s 50 years of dedicated serviceMILFORD, Ind. — Chore-Time announces that it is proudly commemorating Jim Rose's extraordinary 50-year work anniversary, honoring his unwavering dedication and invaluable contributions to the company’s success. Rose joined Chore-Time in November 1973 and became a foundational member of the team, serving in the role of area technical service manager since the 1980’s and previously holding positions in operations management, field sales and Asia service management during his career. ... read more
- AFIA board installs new leadership and advocates for animal food industry in WashingtonARLINGTON, Va. — The American Feed Industry Association’s Board of Directors recently concluded its annual spring meeting in Washington, D.C., where they advocated for key policy priorities impacting the animal food industry on Capitol Hill and conducted other official business, including installing new board leadership and directors. On May 22, the directors met with more than 35 U.S. Senate and House offices, advocating for several legislative priorities on behalf of ... read more
- Wearable Air Curtain: HPAI Protection for Poultry WorkersA helmet mask that attaches easily to existing caps creates a barrier around the user’s face to protect against airborne diseases. ... read more
- Coccidiosis management and controlMark Clements, Editor-in Chief, Poultry, discusses coccidiosis control with Dr. Aldo Rossi, VP of Innovation and Technical Services with feed additive company Amlan. ... read more
- New Dolly Parton single-serve meals include chicken and dumplings optionCHICAGO — Global entertainment icon Dolly Parton announces the expansion of her retail food line in collaboration with Conagra Brands. This launch introduces single-serve frozen meals that bring Dolly’s cherished Southern-inspired favorites to homes across the nation in a convenient, no-hassle format, the company said. The new collection of Dolly Parton’s meals features four heat-and-eat dishes, including: Dolly Parton’s Chicken & Dumplings: White meat chicken with thick-cut carrots and ... read more
- State reactions to USDA’s $14.5M inspection funding increaseWASHINGTON — U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced an increase of $14.5 million in funding to reimburse states for meat and poultry inspection programs. “President Trump is committed to ensuring Americans have access to a safe, affordable food supply,” Rollins said in a statement. “Today I exercised my authority to robustly fund state meat and poultry inspection programs to ensure states can continue to partner with USDA to deliver ... read more
- Improving Broiler Chick Performance with Omega-3Findings suggest that feedstuffs rich in omega-3 fatty acids could have an impact in all commercial poultry. ... read more
- Indiana declared free of highly pathogenic avian fluThe state hasn’t had a confirmed flock infection since March 28 and all WOAH-advised criteria has been met to earn the designation. ... read more
- Brazil confident of HPAI freedom within weeksSuspected infections in both commercial farms and in wild birds continue. To date, all commercial properties prove negative. ... read more
- CP Foods reports record quarterly profitStrong performance in the first three months of the year delivered a record profit for the Thailand-based food company. ... read more
- Perdue invests in innovative wheelchairs at Kentucky hospitalSALISBURY, Md. — As part of its Delivering Hope To Our Neighbors® outreach, Perdue Farms is investing in enhanced patient care at Ohio County Healthcare in Hartford, Ky. The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, the charitable giving partner of Perdue Farms, has awarded a $20,000 grant to fund the purchase of 20 state-of-the-art Stryker Prime Transport Chairs. “The Ohio County Healthcare team extends its heartfelt appreciation to ... read more
- Impact of Jennie-O competitors' plant closures ‘TBD’It is known that turkey supplies are tightening, but it is still too early to tell how the closing of three U.S. plants will affect overall market dynamics, says Hormel Foods CEO. ... read more
- Avian Flu: Is Protectionism the Right Response?Two issues are important, continuing poultry trade and, by the same token, protecting egg producers in different ways. ... read more
- Government cancels about $766M in funding to Moderna for human bird flu vaccineWASHINGTON — The Trump administration announces that it is cancelling approximately $766 million in funding to Moderna regarding its human H5N1 avian influenza vaccine. The previous Biden administration had awarded Moderna $590 million in January for a bird flu vaccine. This is in addition to about $176 million last year from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the development and testing of a mRNA pre-pandemic bird flu ... read more
- El Pollo Loco continues its 50th anniversary with brand refreshCOSTA MESA, Calif. — El Pollo Loco announces a comprehensive brand refresh for this year’s 50th anniversary. The company is leaning into its passion for Fire-Grilled Chicken and is introducing a fresh look while continuing its legacy of serving convenient and quality food options to guests, officials noted. El Pollo Loco has been transparent about its vision for a three-year brand turnaround, which began when CEO Liz Williams took the ... read more