In an update yesterday on scientific investigations related to H5N1 avian flu activity, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said genetic sequencing had identified the D1.3 genotype in a sample from an Ohio poultry culler whose infection...

When highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strikes a farm, the result is devastating. Biosecurity is the key to protecting your flock—and your investment—against this disease.

Sunbird Poultry is proud to announce the launch of its premium all-natural young chicken line, designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality, humanely raised poultry products. As consumers increasingly seek food that’s better for the planet without compromising taste...

As Americans look toward the Easter season, and the price of eggs continues to climb, many Tennesseeans are considering changing their usual Easter plans in order to keep eggs on their menus and hidden in their yards. Ginny Minniger’s grocery...

As spring unfolds, wild birds are taking to the skies, with increasing numbers of them migrating through our landscapes—trees, fields, waters, and beyond. This seasonal movement is part of a natural cycle, as many bird species travel between their...

Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFC) is encouraged by the recent statement from the Government of Canada, demonstrating a strong commitment to tackling the fraudulent importation of broiler meat mislabeled as spent fowl. The dedication to enhancing collaboration between industry...

Egg Farmers of Canada is delighted to announce the winners of its latest Student Innovation Challenge. The initiative saw post-secondary students from across the country pitch their research ideas and creative solutions to help shape the future of Canada’s...

Pasturebird, the world’s largest pasture-raised chicken brand, is setting a new standard for transparency and animal welfare after successfully petitioning to update the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) definition of “pasture-raised” meat and poultry. After years of advocating...

Introduction The poultry production industry is progressively phasing out cage systems (CS) due to increasing concerns regarding animal welfare (Kollenda et al., 2020). The absence of nests in CS is particularly detrimental to welfare (Duncan, 1992), as hens naturally prefer...

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation are accepting nominations for the Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award through July 1. The purpose of the award, which has been presented since 2013, is to recognize outstanding completed research projects, funded by...

Following U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ recent announcement of emergency funding to combat avian flu and reduce egg prices, USDA is announcing the expansion of biosecurity assessments and audits available to commercial poultry producers. These programs are part...

A controversial proposal from U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to let bird flu naturally spread through poultry farms is raising alarms among scientists, who say the move could be inhumane and dangerous. Kennedy recently...

Farmers have been increasing sustainability in poultry for decades. Sustainable practices are so ingrained in the industry that you may not even realize the significant impact you're making. Source: Poultry Biosecurity

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced new actions to reduce burdens on the U.S. pork and poultry industries, allowing for greater efficiency while maintaining food safety standards. The directive instructs the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)...

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation are accepting research pre-proposals from colleges, universities and research facilities through May 1 for the 2025 Fall Research Competition. Research proposals are accepted and evaluated for funding twice yearly, in the spring and fall. Pre-proposals...