Roy GraberRoy Graber is a senior reporter at WATT Global Media. From the AuthorAvian InfluenzaAvian influenza claims 3 South Dakota turkey flocksThe virus also continues to spread in California, affecting three layer flocks and one duck flock.Latin AmericaAvian influenza shows up again in ColombiaThe latest instance involved about 100 non-poultry birds in a backyard holding.TurkeyButterball closing Arkansas further processing plantThe facility in Jonesboro will cease operations on February 3, 2025.Avian InfluenzaAvian influenza persists in Pacific FlywaySeven more flocks – four in California and three in British Columbia – test positive for the virus.Diseases & HealthWhy antimicrobial stewardship needs a new definitionThe amount of antibiotics used to help keep turkeys and broilers healthy should tell part of the story, but you must also include what you are doing to prevent their use.TurkeyJennie-O bets big on value-added turkeyIncreased emphasis on value-added products worked for Hormel's pork business, and now it is showing promise for its turkey business.Diseases & HealthAvian flu strikes 237,100 more broilers in California35 commercial poultry flocks in California have been affected by the virus so far in 2024.Avian Influenza100 flocks have been hit by avian flu in Abbotsford, BCIn 2024 alone, avian influenza has affected 44 commercial poultry flocks in the Canadian community.Legal NewsPoultry company lawsuit witness fired from state jobOklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt fires his energy and environment secretary, claiming he attended a court hearing “in opposition to Oklahoma farmers and landowners.”Latest NewsTyson Foods plans two more plant closuresThe company will close the plants associated with the Original Philly business, which Tyson purchased in 2017.Avian InfluenzaOklahoma reports avian flu in commercial poultry flockUntil now, only one commercial poultry operation in Oklahoma had been affected by HPAI during the 2022-24 outbreak.Business and MarketsCargill to cut global workforce by 5%Company says it must realign its talent and resources to maximize its efficiency.Page 1 of 291Next Page
