Kromm: End-of-life circumstances can go against grain of animal care, stewardship
Euthanizing animals, particularly mass depopulation events, can be a psychologically traumatic experience for veterinarians. In response, professional associations are looking to take a more active supportive role. “End-of-life circumstances can […]
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US industries prepare for hit from Canadian rail strike
U.S. industries are bracing for impact after Canada’s two main freight railways shut down early Thursday morning — an unprecedented stoppage that could disrupt the flow of billions of dollars […]
Colo. requires HPAI testing of commercial dairies
To curb the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, Colorado recently implemented mandatory testing in the commercial dairy industry after several “spillover events” in which poultry was infected. “We have […]
Joint Poultry Industry Safety & Health Council Recognizes 244 Poultry Facilities for Exceptional Safety Performance
The Joint Poultry Industry Safety & Health Council recognized 244 chicken and turkey facilities with safety awards at the National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry in Destin, Fla. The […]
Safeguarding poultry’s future: Mediating activists’ threats
Since the US long ago shifted from an agrarian to an urban society, the gap in knowledge and understanding of animal agriculture has widened dramatically. Today, less than 2% of […]
Harris Wants Ban on Food Price Gouging
The meat industry is pushing back on Vice President Kamala Harris’ plan to call for a federal ban on “price gouging” when it comes to groceries, especially meat prices.Harris is […]
US undercounts bird flu in cattle as farmers shun testing
The U.S. bird-flu outbreak in dairy cattle is much larger than official figures suggest due to farmers’ reluctance to test their animals and risk the economic consequences of a positive […]
NCC expresses opposition to proposed Salmonella rule
The National Chicken Council (NCC) provided details about its response to the proposed rule to reduce Salmonella in raw poultry products. After reviewing the proposed rule by the US Department of […]
NCC Requests Extension of Comment Period for Salmonella Framework Proposed Rule
Because all NCC member companies will be significantly impacted by the Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry Products and proposed determination and given the complexity and sheer length of the proposal, […]