Roy GraberRoy Graber is a senior reporter at WATT Global Media. From the AuthorBroilers & TurkeysFoster Farms names Jayson Penn CEOThe former CEO of Pilgrim’s Pride most recently served as president of John Soules Foods.Consumer TrendsSmashburger, Roy Rogers offer new chicken sandwichesU.S. chains bring add new sandwiches to their menus in March.Avian InfluenzaAvian influenza resurfaces in US commercial poultryA commercial turkey operation in South Dakota is hit by avian influenza, with 31,200 birds involved.AfricaSedima CEO running for president of SenegalThe leader of poultry and feed company Sedima hopes to be Senegal’s first female president.Agrifood AngleEvolution of convenience stores shows promise for HormelConsumers aren’t just getting snacks at convenience stores anymore; they also go there for full-fledged meals.EuropeHKScan in talks to divest of Danish businessFollowing sale of Baltic business and with divestiture of Swedish business expected to be finalized this month, the Finland-based company may further reduce its geographic footprint.Processing & SlaughterNew House of Raeford plant could come to South CarolinaThe company has been communicating with officials in Aiken County about possible incentives to build a plant there.Latest NewsTyson Foods plans to close pork plant in IowaThe decision will affect 1,276 employees, according to a notice provided to Iowa Workforce Development.OceaniaIngham’s to buy Bostock Brothers in New ZealandPlanned acquisition aligns with Ingham's ambitions to be the 'leading premium operator' in the New Zealand market.BroilersThe ‘OG of protein’ is chicken, Tyson VP saysWendy Jean Bennett wants consumers to think of poultry and pork when they want to increase their protein consumption in a healthy way.EuropeChris Kirke departs as Moy Park presidentThe leadership duties held by the Moy Park president will now be handled by the leader of Pilgrim’s Europe.Agrifood AngleChicken doughnuts spur concession sales at Rodeo HoustonWhen people think of rodeo and meat, they usually think of beef. That isn’t necessarily the case in Houston.Page 1 of 263Next Page