Former Apple executive gives $20 million to Cal Poly
The former chief financial officer of Apple Inc. has pledged $20 million to Cal Poly’s College of Agriculture, Food & Environmental Sciences – the largest cash gift the university has […]
Doctors worried about antibiotic use in animals
Many doctors are concerned about the meat industry using antibiotics for growth promotion and disease prevention in healthy animals, according to a new poll by Consumer Reports. A large majority […]
National Chicken Council elects 2014-2015 officers; Jerry Lane of Claxton Poultry installed as Chairman
Jerry Lane, president of Claxton Poultry in Claxton, Georgia, was installed as 2014-2015 chairman of the National Chicken Council (NCC) during NCC’s 60th Annual Conference held today in Washington, D.C. “It’s […]
Poultry group offers food defense training program
U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) has developed a Food Defense Orientation program for poultry and egg processors, focusing on raising awareness of potential risks faced by the industry and […]
Coalition petitions Congress over COOL regs
An alliance of industry organizations and companies under the name COOL Reform Coalition has sent a letter to Congress asking legislators to “immediately authorize and direct the Secretary of Agriculture […]
Pre-Registration now open for 2015 International Production & Processing Expo
Attendee and exhibitor pre-registration and hotel registration for the 2015 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is now open. IPPE has secured more than 1,000 exhibitors and is on pace […]
Good Egg Award goes to veterinary supplier
The state’s egg industry on Thursday honored a Modesto man who has long helped chickens and other animals stay healthy. The 52nd annual Good Egg Award went to John Scheuber, […]
Five subtypes of highly pathogenic avian influenza reported in China
A total of 51 positive findings if five subtypes of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) have been reported and confirmed across China. The Chinese veterinary authority reported all the outbreaks […]
New study finds GMO feed safe for food animals, humans
Results of a new study of genetically engineered crops eaten by livestock indicate again that GMO feed is safe and nutritionally equivalent to non-GMO feed. The study, which included more […]
First Annual Northwest Chicken Council conference in November
The first annual Northwest Chicken Council (NWCC) Reception and Conference is set in Portland, OR Nov. 6-7, 2014 at the RiverPlace Hotel in downtown Portland, according to NWCC President Bill […]