Company announces alternative to male chick culling
The United Egg Producers (UEP) announced in June that it was encouraging the development of alternative practices to male chick culling, with the goal of complete elimination of the practice […]
APHIS presents Administrator’s Award to CA State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones
Each year, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) presents an Administrator’s Award at the United States Animal Health Association (USAHA) and American Association of Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD) annual […]
Mike Popowycz installed as Chairman of the National Chicken Council
Mike Popowycz, vice chairman and chief financial officer of Case Foods(Troutman, North Carolina), was installed as 2016-2017 chairman of the National Chicken Council (NCC) during NCC’s 62nd Annual Conference held today in Washington, D.C. […]
Fresh prepared food sales: Chicken is well positioned
A revolution occurring in fresh prepared foods in the supermarket could double chicken sales in the category in three to five years. Seizing the opportunity requires “activation” by chicken marketers. Fresh […]
USPOULTRY Foundation allocates $291,000 in student recruiting grants
The USPOULTRY Foundation awarded student recruiting grants totaling more than $291,000 to six U.S. universities with Poultry Science departments and 26 other institutions with industry-related programs. The Foundation provides annual […]
Aspiring singers wanted for the Foster Farms Bowl “Oh Say, Can You Sing?” contest
Attention young singers! For the second year, the Foster Farms Bowl is hosting the “Oh Say, Can You Sing?” contest to find talented local youth to perform the national anthem […]
USDA moves forward on GIPSA rules
USDA is moving forward on the “Farmers Fair Practices Rules” regarding contracting practices for livestock and poultry. The department has sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget […]
Lincoln, Hickenlooper and Ross included at top of Clinton’s ag secretary list
A former Arkansas senator, a leading local food champion and a beermaker turned governor are among the top contenders to be the next U.S. Secretary of Agriculture should Hillary Clinton […]
Good Egg Award goes to second generation of Gemperle Farms in Turlock
Ernie Gemperle’s seven children have carried on his Turlock egg business and philanthropy. Thursday, they got a major honor from the state industry. The Good Egg Award went to the […]
U.S. and Mexico collaborate on organic monitoring and enforcement
As consumer demand for organic products continues to grow around the world, the USDA Organic Seal has become a leading global standard. USDA provides support for the vibrant organic sector, […]