Brazil declares freedom from FMD without vaccination

This represents a first step in opening up the whole country for exports of animal products to more potentially valuable markets.

May 6, 2024

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After the most recent round of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccination in 12 regions of Brazil, agriculture minister Carlos Fávaro announced that Brazil has become free of the disease — without reliance on vaccination.

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Vaccination and Surveillance for HPAI in Poultry: Current Situation and Perspectives

Feds identify underage workers in Alabama Mar-Jac plant

The federal investigators are asking the judge on the case to halt the sale of Mar-Jac’s chicken that was produced while the minors were employed.

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Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch to lay off 400 workers

Egg producer notifies Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity of layoffs related to avian influenza infections.

Before partnering on animal welfare, research the group and its people

Some organizations will claim animal welfare is what motivates them, but when you do your homework you can usually learn what their ultimate goal is.

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Water-efficient chicken also improved feed conversion

The specialty-bred line is now in its fifth generation.

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JBS reports strong first quarter for Seara unit

Net revenue and sales rise for South American business unit.

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Avian Influenza

Mexico deems HPAI situation in non-poultry resolved

However, the country remains on alert for new cases of avian flu in poultry flocks.

Diseases & Health

Might WOAH have its first director general from the global south?

The upcoming elections for the WOAH director general could result in a major shift in focus.

Consumer Trends

Chicken wing market stages a huge comeback

Wholesale wing prices are on track to post the second-highest annual average ever in 2024.

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Diseases & Health

Turkey rhinotracheitis confirmed on two Ontario farms

More than 250 turkeys are lost in the first reported cases of the disease in Canada.

EATS Act viewed as 'dead on arrival'

With opposition from the left and the far right, legislation to combat Proposition 12 appears to be on a road to nowhere.

Yum! Brands to animal ag industry: Don’t be like Jeff Spicoli

The answer 'I don’t know' didn’t fly with Mr. Hand, but it also won’t fly with critics of the U.S. agrifood system.

In the 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' movie, character Jeff Spicoli's quote of 'I don't know' was immortalized on a history class chalkboard. Jon Hixson of Yum! Brands recommends against repeating Spicoli's words.

7 elements of trust-building for your ag organization

Center for Food Integrity director explains how you can best be transparent with your stakeholders.

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