Antibiotic usage in animals produced for food has been a controversial topic for the past several years. The concern has been centered on the concept that antibiotic use in food animals may induce antibiotic resistance in potential food-borne pathogens for humans.
During the 2019 National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry, a record 230 chicken and turkey facilities received safety awards by the Joint Industry Safety and Health Council.
Last fall, robotic cattle drivers were born out of a partnership with Cargill and Colorado State University's Temple Grandin, professor of animal science.