on February 24, 2022
New trial begins in alleged poultry industry collusion case
Following a mistrial in December 2021, suspects return to court for a second trial
The second federal trial for 10 poultry industry executives accused of conspiring to rig bids and drive up the price of chicken has started after the first one ended in a mistrial when a jury was unable to reach a verdict.
Those facing federal antitrust-related charges are Mikell Fries, president…