CPF welcomes new allied member
Safe Foods Corporation has joined the California Poultry Federation. Safe Foods provides a combination of knowledge, service and solutions in food safety for the food industry. More information can be […]
Bill addresses gap between seasonal, highly skilled immigrants
The meat and poultry industry faces unique challenges in obtaining semi-skilled workers. A new bill introduce in the Senate looks to create a pilot system to help address some of […]
AB-free has its limits, say avian pathologists
Antibiotic use in poultry should be minimized “through carefully planned and well-executed preventive practices,” but the birds’ health should not be sacrificed for a marketing message, said a position statement […]
House appropriators halt USDA action on GIPSA
The House Appropriations Committee has again stepped in to limit the U.S. Department of Agriculture from finalizing rules in regard to poultry regulations under the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards […]
Shipping firms form Asia-to-Europe alliance — WSJ
Some of the world’s biggest container operators, including China’sCosco Group and France’sCMA CGM, agreed to form a new shipping alliance that will rival the dominance of giants Maersk Line and […]
Poultry growers cry foul over proposed organic rule
Highly pathogenic avian influenza was wreaking havoc on chicken and turkey operations a year ago this week. USDA and Iowa officials had just reported a 5.3-million chicken egg-laying farm was […]
OSHA’s expanded poultry inspections outside scope of legal limits
Like any employer, poultry processors are subject to inspections by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the industry is committed to the safety, health and wellbeing of our […]
Raw export to Mexico to resume
Mexico has lifted its avian influenza import restrictions on raw poultry and eggs from 14 U.S. states destined for retail sale, and is expected to adhere to World Organization for […]
Squab producer Manuel Thomas passed away last week
Manuel was a long time member and former Squab Producers Board Member. He also was a great resource for many squab members who he helped get started over his many […]
UC Daivs: California Poultry Update
This is a time of radical change for California poultry, with a large number of commercial farmers moving quickly to pastured, cage free systems and a rapidly growing group of […]