Maple Leaf's McCain calls for more climate leaders

“We’re not going to win this climate battle with whispers,” said Maple Leaf executive chair Michael McCain. “Companies that lead need to be handed a bullhorn, not a muzzle.”

November 14, 2024

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“The world is on fire,” said Michael McCain, executive chair of Maple Leaf Foods, during a presentation on sustainable business practices at a Canadian Club Toronto event this week.

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The Tyson Foods plant in Holcomb, Kansas, will absorb the production from the Tyson plant in Emporia, Kansas, which will close in 2025.

Tyson Fresh Meats to close plant in Emporia, Kansas

Avian Influenza H5 N1 Petri Dish

Avian flu strikes commercial poultry in 6 US states

Silvopasture systems offer benefits for poultry health

Adding vegetation to poultry pastures could improve poultry health and welfare as well as help prevent the spread of avian flu.

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Think strategically in developing IBDV vaccination programs

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Developing vaccination programs for IBDV requires strategic use of several vaccine types.

Think strategically in developing IBDV vaccination programs

Perdue AgriBusiness launches more sustainable barge

Named Miss Madeline, after the Perdue family matriarch, the innovative vessel marks a significant step in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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JBS plans to build 3 poultry plants in Nigeria

The Brazil-based company also intends to build two beef plants and one pork plant in the African nation.

Officials from the Government of Nigeria and JBS signed a memorandum of understanding in which JBS will build three poultry plants, two beef plants and one pork plant in the country.

University of Guelph investigates poultry litter biochar

Using biochar made from poultry litter can help producers save money and reduce emissions.

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Pilgrim’s reduced Scope 1, 2 emissions by 4% in 2023

The company's goal is to have net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.

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Burcon launches Puratein for egg replacement applications

DSM-Firmenich, CPF Philippines partner to boost production sustainability

The two organizations have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to implement DSM-Firmenich’s Sustell, a life cycle assessment (LCA) platform for animal protein to measure and improve the environmental footprint of animal proteins.

Defining sustainability in poultry can be challenging

Because there are varying definitions of what sustainability success is, making achievements in the area can be tricky for poultry producers.

Because sustainability is multi-dimensional and often involves competing interests, it can be difficult to define when considering the poultry industry’s significant impact.

Green packaging for poultry: Trends and benefits

Is it time for the poultry industry to switch to recyclable, compostable packaging?

Sustainable food packaging is made of many different materials like biodegradable plastic and cellulose.

Labelle Patrimoine: An unconventional approach to success

Slow-growing broiler breed takes root in U.S.

LaBelle Patrimoine is French for “The Beautiful Heritage;” these birds are slow growing, taking about twice as long to reach maturity as conventional birds.

Petaluma Egg Farm to deploy electric-powered trailers

In a July 2024 pilot, the trailers delivered up to a 70% mile per gallon improvement in routes

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Environmental award program highlights industry sustainability

Past winners have included liquid fertilizer for golf courses and nurseries and decomposable flowerpots.

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