Industry News & Trends

We could use the help of vets in this pandemic

Veterinarians have the educational background and expertise to help solve many epidemic and pandemic issues, including vaccinating people.

February 24, 2021

Benjamín Ruiz

It seems that zoonoses have been the cause of many of the epidemics and pandemics, and veterinarians have always been there.

Pilgrim’s Pride pleads guilty to price fixing charges

Company must pay nearly $108 million in criminal fines

February 24, 2021

Roy Graber

Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation pleaded guilty to charges that it participated in a conspiracy to fix prices and rig bids for broiler chicken products.

Inghams delivers solid growth for half-year

Improvements in net profit achieved despite avian influenza and COVID-19 challenges

February 24, 2021

Jackie Linden

With its latest half-year results, Australia-based poultry integrator Inghams Group highlights solid growth in poultry volumes, and strong improvements in the firm’s financial results.

Egg producer's employees struggle with child care options

Rembrandt Foods human resource generalist discusses the struggle for an employee to find dependable childcare while working early hours and long shifts

February 23, 2021

Deven King

At Rembrandt Foods, like many egg and poultry producers, operations run 24/7.

CPF partners with university to develop insect protein

Charoen Pokphand Foods and Chiang Mai University sign memorandum of understanding to develop insect protein from black soldier flies

February 23, 2021

Roy Graber

Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) is already the world’s largest feed producer, sixth largest broiler producer and fourth largest egg producer. Now, the Thailand-based company is stepping up its involvement the insect protein sector.

Vaccinations at the hatchery are critical to hen success

Constructing a lay vaccination program is all about defense, and that starts when the birds are just chicks

February 23, 2021

Deven King

When building a vaccination program, it is important to consider all possible threats one might see throughout the life of the flock.

South Korea registers 100 avian flu outbreaks in poultry

February 23, 2021

Jackie Linden

In South Korea, a significant milestone has been reached as the country records its 100th outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in poultry.

10 consumer trends transformed by COVID-19

The pandemic dramatically – and permanently – affected how we behave, spend and consume.

February 23, 2021

Elizabeth Doughman

Consumers want options that offer them convenience and meet their values when it comes to sustainability and other issues as they continue to adapt to the “new normal” of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chicken Marketing Summit 2021 announces event dates, theme

February 23, 2021

The 2021 edition of Chicken Marketing Summit, hosted by WATT Global Media, is scheduled for July 18-20, 2021, at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

Hot dog king of Philadelphia opens Big Rube’s ghost kitchen

February 23, 2021

Elizabeth Doughman

Aaron Anderson, franchise owner of four The Original Hot Dog Factory restaurants in Philadelphia, has teamed up with Chef Reuben Harley to open Big Rube’s Kitchen, a series of three ghost kitchens specializing in fried chicken and Philly cheesesteaks.