Japan to resume Brazil chicken imports from Santa Catarina, local government says
Japan will resume chicken imports from Brazil’s Santa Catarina state after a ban triggered by an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in backyard flocks there, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, […]
Applications Being Accepted for the Poultry Industry Innovation in Safety & Health Award
The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council is currently accepting applications for the Council’s Frank Cruice Innovation in Safety & Health Award. The program is open to National Chicken Council […]
12 chicken consumption trends that will stick
If it feels like consumer trends are changing more rapidly, it’s only because consumers are presented with more choices than ever before. These 12 chicken consumption trends promise to stick […]
Chicken gains major foodservice market share over beef
The chicken sandwich wars have dominated foodservice sales over the past few years. Chicken dominance in the foodservice market is expected to continue. “The chicken industry is extremely well positioned […]
Ag, Water & FPIP Funding in the State Budget
After months of negotiations with legislators, Governor Gavin Newsom signed multiple budget measures on July 10 to fund the 2023-2024 state budget, including funding for several key agriculture and water […]
In Memory of Dr. Arthur “Art” Bickford
Long time chief of the Turlock Laboratory, Dr. Art Bickford passed away on Saturday July 29th. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Dr. Arthur Alton Bickford of […]
US farmers expect second-biggest corn harvest ever
The US corn harvest could be the second-largest on record as rains during July shepherded the crop through its critical development phase, offsetting dry conditions early in the season and […]
Food Prices Ticked Up in July, but Showed Signs of Moderating
The cost of food rose 0.2 percent in July from the prior month, but several categories showed a slowdown in price increases. Food prices continued to moderate in July, with […]
Saying Goodbye to a Longtime Friend
Passing of Dr. Yan Ghazikhanian A Celebration of Life will be held for Dr. Yan Ghazikhanian at The Vintage House, Stone Hall, located at 264 1st Street East in Sonoma, […]
Most poultry consumers buy for price, not sustainability
Poultry consumers are faced with a choice in the grocery store. Some value price point over welfare claims. Others are willing to pay for what they perceive as more sustainable […]