Researchers evaluate a unique lighting system to assess welfare and skeletal quality of laying hens Results show that PAWS lighting appears to improve both physiological and physical welfare. Industry News April 13, 2023 No Comments Findings indicate that the industry can start implementing these lights without worry of harming the hens. Read More
USPOULTRY accepting research pre-proposals Submit pre-proposals by May 1, 2023. Industry News April 11, 2023 No Comments A pre-proposal is a one-page synopsis of the potential research project.Read More
USPOULTRY’s 2023 Poultry Processor Workshop to highlight leadership and employee development The program will also address operations challenges. April 3, 2023 No Comments The agenda was developed by a program committee of plant managers, food safety and quality assurance professionals, as well as university personnel.Read More
USPOULTRY Foundation awards student recruiting grant to Prairie View A&M University The grant was made possible in part by an endowing USPOULTRY Foundation gift from Pilgrim’s. Industry News March 29, 2023 No Comments Prairie View A&M University will use the funds provided by the grant to support travel to Texas A&M University, local poultry farms and other local poultry industry visits.Read More
USPOULTRY gives 2023 Feed Mill Management Seminar highlights Highlights include regulatory updates, control systems cyber protection and shrink control. Industry News March 28, 2023 No Comments Feed industry professionals recently gathered in Nashville, Tennessee, for USPOULTRY’s 2023 Feed Mill Management Seminar.Read More
USPOULTRY publishes resource on accident prevention and response for cryogenic chemicals The resource is available free of charge to USPOULTRY members. Industry News March 27, 2023 No Comments Food processors use cryogenic chemicals to produce a variety of foods, including meat, poultry, and prepackaged meals. Read More
USPOULTRY seeks applications for 2023 Clean Water Awards The awards recognize outstanding performance in wastewater treatment at poultry plants. Industry News March 23, 2023 No Comments The annual program presents awards in two categories — full treatment and pretreatment.Read More
Mountaire Farms receives AFIA’s Integrator Feed Facility of the Year award In 2021, the Maxton, North Carolina, plant produced 1,056,550 tons of feed with their plant. Industry News March 20, 2023 No Comments Mountaire Farm's dedication to its community and employees is demonstrated through its two programs, Goal Zero and Mountaire Cares.Read More
Poultry industry seeks applications for safety recognition award The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council includes members from NCC, NTF and USPOULTRY. Industry News March 17, 2023 No Comments The Joint Poultry Industry Safety Award Program is accepting applications from poultry industry facilities with outstanding safety programs.Read More
2023 IPPE poultry researchers' presentations available online Four researchers detail findings from recently completed research projects. Industry News March 15, 2023 No Comments During the 2023 IPPE Expo four researchers presented their findings.Read More