Senate bill would block mandatory labeling of GMOs
A Senate committee is moving forward on legislation that would prevent states from requiring labels on genetically modified foods. Vermont is set to require such labels this summer. Senate Agriculture […]
American Association of Avian Pathologists’ position on the judicious use of drugs fed to poultry and the risks to human health
The American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) is a professional organization of poultry veterinarians and scientists responsible for the health and well-being of commercial poultry, and the protection of public […]
CPF Winter Board Meeting
The CPF board of directors will meet on Wednesday, March 9 beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency on L Street in Sacramento. A buffet breakfast will be served […]
Feathers in the Spring: Western Poultry Scholarship & Research Foundation fundraiser
Save the Date for the Feathers in the Spring fundraiser benefiting the California Poultry Federation Friends & Family Memorial Fund. The fundraiser is hosted by the Western Poultry Scholarship & […]
Researchers examine combinations of lamps, dimmer switches for poultry houses
When it comes to broiler chicken houses, one of the most important parts of the operation is the lighting in the house, which can prove to be a sizeable investment. […]
Rabobank: Global poultry markets in recovery
Rabobank reported a positive outlook for margins in the global poultry industry as markets recover from oversupply problems and other issues, including the global threat of avian influenza. In its […]
Sen. Dianne Feinstein tries yet again with California water bill
Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein on Wednesday relaunched a big California water bill, in what might be cast as the triumph of hope over experience. Unveiling her third proposal in the […]
Industry experts, veterinarians, and Sanderson Farms weigh-in on antibiotics in poultry production
“Natural,” “organic,” “hormone free,” “pesticide free,” “non-GMO”. . . These are just a few of the terms that consumers encounter when purchasing meat at the local grocery store. While some […]
The shocking truth about America’s ethanol law: It doesn’t matter (for now)
It took Sen. Ted Cruz to finally persuade me to answer a riddle that’s bothered me for years. Suppose somebody yanked away the law that currently props up the nation’s […]
APHIS administrator announces Dr. Jack Shere as Acting Chief Veterinary Officer and Veterinary Services Deputy Administrator
Today, Dr. Jack Shere was announced as acting USDA Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) and Deputy Administrator for Veterinary Services. Acting in these roles, Dr. Shere will lead the program’s many […]