USPOULTRY develops NPIP Biosecurity Principles template to support poultry producers
USPOULTRY has developed a National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) Biosecurity Principles template to support producers adopting the implementation of NPIP Principles. As part of a technical reference guide series, the […]
Ever wonder why eggs are shaped like eggs? Scientists say they’ve figured it out
If a Hollywood exec dreamed up an egg, it would look like a chicken’s: immensely popular, with an unblemished complexion. But the universe of wild bird eggs is far weirder […]
California’s triple-digit heat slows milk production, threatens crops and livestock
A stifling June heatwave with triple-digit temperatures hit agriculture producers in California, lowering dairy cow milk production and wreaking havoc on crops like citrus and nuts.Dairy production can fall as […]
USPOULTRY develops NPIP Biosecurity Principles template to support poultry producers
USPOULTRY has developed a National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) Biosecurity Principles template to support producers adopting the implementation of NPIP Principles. As part of a technical reference guide series, the […]
Washington Week Ahead: House GOP eyes ag cuts in crafting budget deal
House Republicans look to roll out a fiscal 2018 budget blueprint this week that could cut farm bill spending to help offset the cost of increased defense spending or tax […]
President Trump announces new Cuba policy; chicken exports not expected to be impacted
President Trump announced last Friday at the Manuel Artime Theater in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood his new Cuba policy. “The previous administration’s easing of travel and trade does not help the […]
Lapses is biosecurity: veterinarian urges poultry companies to avoid these mistakes
Biosecurity needs to be approached as a comprehensive process, not as a series of segregated actions, according to Jean Sander, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian for Zoetis. For example, people […]
Veterinarians seek leadership role in inspection system overhaul
Federal veterinarians say the “single most important” improvement to the nation’s meat and poultry inspection system will be to restore their expertise in USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. The […]
2017 Foster Farms Bowl will kick off on December 27 at Levi’s Stadium
In partnership with the San Francisco 49ers and FOX Sports, Foster Farms has announced that the 2017 Foster Farms Bowl will take place on Wednesday, December 27th at Levi’s Stadium […]
USPOULTRY Foundation accepting applications for Industry Education Recruitment Funding
The USPOULTRY Foundation is now accepting applications from colleges and universities for the Industry Education Recruitment Funding program. The funding supports student recruitment at colleges and universities that cultivate careers […]