Animal-based meat still going strong
Despite the popularity of plant-based products, 2018 was a banner year for meat consumption in the U.S., with consumers eating an average 222.4 lbs. of red meat and poultry per […]
USDA proposes updates to National Poultry Improvement Plan
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is proposing updates to the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) to align with changes in the […]
Farmers more optimistic in November
Producer sentiment toward the agricultural economy in November tied with the highest reading of 2019, according to the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, which is based on a mid-month […]
Turkeys make their public debut ahead of Trump pardoning
The turkeys poised to appear at an annual pardoning by President Trump now have names: Bread and Butter. The names of the pair of gobbling birds were revealed at a […]
African swine fever continuing to impact U.S. pork exports and world protein markets
Earlier this month, in its monthly Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook, USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) explained that, “U.S. trade data through September indicate that in the first three quarters […]
Michigan signs into law new cage-free egg standards
In 2009, the Michigan legislature passed a law that phased in bans on certain confinement practices for farmed animals, including egg-laying hens. On Thursday, Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist signed […]
IPPE Grower Discount Coupon for 2020
Poultry growers are invited to attend the 2020 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) with a special registration fee of only $5 (onsite only), a terrific savings of $120! IPPE […]
We’ll eat 46 million turkeys this Thanksgiving, plus 5 more holiday factoids
Those of you who plan to eat yourselves into a food coma this Thanksgiving aren’t alone. As our second favorite holiday nears, Insider.com tallied how much food we’ll pack away […]
Thanksgiving Turkey 101
The Thanksgiving holiday is about breaking bread with the ones you love and celebrating traditions passed down for generations. With turkey as the centerpiece, a Thanksgiving (or Friendsgiving!) feast can […]
FDA releases revised draft guidance on compounding animal drugs
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration is requesting public comment on new draft Guidance for Industry (GFI) 256, “Compounding Animal Drugs from Bulk Drug Substances.” FDA said the new draft […]