Is H5N1 indemnity program for dairy farmers needed?

It would make a difference if cows’ reduced milk production is temporary or permanent after an infection, agriculture secretary says.

May 2, 2024

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) does not have an established a program that offers indemnity payments to dairy producers whose cattle have been infected by the H5N1 virus.

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Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch to lay off 400 workers

Animal Health Institute’s board of directors announces new chair

Animal Health Institute’s board of directors announces new chair

Ester Banque of Zoetis brings over 30 years of experience to the position.

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Tools for efficient crop and seed applications

New Leader Manufacturing

Learn how New Leader Manufacturing is providing solutions for cover crop and seed applications, and reducing waste for farms.

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Chore-Time hires new engineer

Matthew Shoemaker onboards as a new associate product engineer.

Wendy’s Energy Challenge takes on climate change

The energy-saving challenge helped 800 restaurants in 2022 save approximately $6.4 million on energy costs.

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Hendrix Genetics unveiling new tech

The company can now offer in-ovo layer chicks to markets in Germany and the Netherlands.

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Brazil floods: Warning for animal production, the planet

Although animal production was not the only sector affected by floods in Rio Grande do Sul, these cases, which sadly will be more often, will impact food sources.

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Michigan State to research H5N1 outbreak in cattle

New research from Michigan State University (MSU) will study the effects of a recent H5N1 outbreak on dairy cattle reproduction and milk production, as well as transmission of the disease and ways to mitigate it.

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Tyson Foods releases financial info

The company announces quarterly dividend.

USPOULTRY holds PHIS workshop

Attendees learned to navigate, download and manage noncompliance records.

Consumer Trends

Popeyes adds new chicken sandwich flavor to menus

The Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich is “a declaration that lunch should no longer be boring.”

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Hens and Trends

Could packaging technology help reduce food waste?

New smart packaging technology could allow producers and consumers to detect food spoilage without the use of a best-before date.

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Consumer Trends

Cracker Barrel rolls out Bee Sting chicken products

New chicken tenders and chicken sandwich are glazed with new sauce that combines heat and honey sweet.

Cracker Barrel's crispy chicken tenders drizzled with the new Bee Sting sweet-heat honey glaze.

Avian Influenza

Avian flu outbreaks in poultry confirmed in Bulgaria, Japan, South Africa

New research demonstrates how fast a flu virus can spread between poultry at a live market.

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