U.S. farmers increase corn acreage
Despite an unusually wet spring followed by an unusually cool June, U.S. corn farmers planted even more than they did last year. U.S. farmers have planted 91.7 million acres of […]
Report: Agribusiness puts heavy focus on sustainability
Sustainability is transcending traditionally scrutinized industries to become a central issue in agribusiness, according to a new report from Fitch Solutions Macro Research. Consumer facing industries are rapidly adapting to […]
U.S. truck driver shortage Is on course to double in a decade
The U.S. trucker shortage is expected to more than double over the next decade as the industry struggles to replace aging drivers and recruit more women. The driver deficit swelled […]
The F Word: Flexitarian is not a curse to the meat industry
Contrary to popular opinion, plant-based alternatives will not be the demise of traditional meat-thanks in part to the rising concept of “flexitarian.” Not familiar with the term? It’s the latest […]
DOT seeks input on revisions for farmers, commercial drivers
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced July 22 that it is seeking public comment on revising agricultural commodity or livestock definitions in Hours-of-Service (HOS) […]
Why African swine fever might create a boom in poultry production
People in the industry are concerned, rightly or wrongly, that some farmers – and even countries – are under-reporting the extent of the disease so they can keep trading despite […]
US consumers buy chicken for versatility, value, variety
Chicken purchasers cite more positive attributes than purchasers of beef, pork, fish and plant-based meat proteins, according to new research presented today at the 2019 Chicken Marketing Summit. The National […]
APHIS Administrator announces several senior leadership changes
Dear Stakeholders: I want to share with you several changes taking place in important APHIS leadership positions. Dr. Mark Davidson will be an Associate Administrator, filling the position previously held […]
USPOULTRY now accepting nominations for 2020 Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award
USPOULTRY is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award. The award recognizes exemplary environmental stewardship by family farmers engaged in poultry and egg production. Those eligible […]
GIPSA reboot coming this fall
The Agriculture Department is taking another shot at rewriting regulations restricting how meat and poultry processors can treat producers, and familiar battle lines are being redrawn ahead of an anticipated […]