Some farmers are testing oregano as a possible alternative to antibiotics as a way to fight off bacterial diseases, catering to a growing consumer base looking for antibiotic-free meat in their grocery aisles. Right now, antibiotic-free meat sales are a small fractino of the overall meat market, but it is a growing segment, according to data.

WATT PoultryUSA 2011 RANKINGS. Turkey industry rankings, production volume and marketing data on the USA’s top turkey companies. WATT PoultryUSA turkey rankings are based on annual slaughter volume pounds in the U.S. Data is from an exclusive survey of turkey companies, published sources and industry estimates.  

New grocery line features natural products

This exclusive WATT Live Production Survey reveals a focus on biosecurity and food safety with a significant number of poultry firms ready to grow production.

The Hain Celestial Group Inc., owner of Hain Pure Protein (HPP) a natural, kosher and organic broiler and turkey producer, reported a loss of $41.2 million for the third quarter ended March 31, 2009 on sales of $267.7 million.

USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service is looking for input on 'raised without antibiotics' label issue.

Second largest broiler company takes the plunge into “antibiotic-free” production with its flagship brand.