“Robotics have improved feed efficiency and many other areas,” remarked Dr. Colin Usher, senior research scientist at the Georgia Tech Research Institute, during his presentation on “The Use of Robotics in Poultry Production,” at the la Cumbre Avícola Latinoamericana (Latin American Poultry Summit) program held during the 2019 International Production & Processing Expo.

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) debuted its first nutritional program focused on sow health today in conjunction with the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Ga.

The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) on Feb. 12 bestowed honors for public service and service to the meat industry, as well as honoring packers’ and processors’ worker-safety and environmental accomplishments, at its Annual Awards Ceremony and Luncheon.

USPOULTRY recognized four poultry farm winners and four finalists who received the annual Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award at IPPE.

USPOULTRY presented the organization’s annual Lamplighter Award to three individuals at the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2019 International Production & Processing Expo.

Mike Robach, retired vice president, Corporate Food Safety, Quality & Regulatory for Cargill, was named USPOULTRY’s Workhorse of the Year during the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2019 International Production & Processing Expo.