Revised October totals also down from 2010 numbers
Company appoints new president and chief operating officer, vice chairman and chief financial officer
Ethanol has contributed to high feed costs
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Poultry producers will gain greater access to overseas market but face stiffer competition at home.
Thailand receives 16,100-metric-ton quota for processed chicken, duck
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Breeding unit revenue sees increase, feed and food units decrease
Poultry International visits CP's award-winning facility, recognised for the energy-saving design of its primary and further processing.
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The egg industry needs to be able to look at its own practices and the conditions on its farms, and try to minimize the instances that would make the consumer uncomfortable, even if the consumer isn’t visiting everyday. Integrated pest control programs on farms are important for good farm biosecurity and food safety, but also for good public relations.
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