Weekly poultry digest: an in-depth look at Mexico's poultry industry and latest USDA reports 19 Mar 2021 US broiler producers may have to report antibiotic use to APHIS and China plans agriculture industry consolidation.
US meatpacking workers with Tyson Foods and JBS USA receive COVID-19 vaccines 17 Mar 2021 Meatpacker JBS USA said on 15 March that more than 20% of its employees have received a COVID-19 vaccine, while rival Tyson Foods Inc said more than 10% of its workers have received a shot.
USDA extends free meals to children through summer 13 Mar 2021 The USDA announced a nationwide extension of several waivers to 30 September 2021 that allow children to receive meals this summer when schools are out of session.
What's in the American Rescue Plan? 12 Mar 2021 The US House of Representatives has passed HR 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 - what does this mean for US agriculture?
US NFU says that the American Rescue Plan is a step towards a fair, sustainable food system 11 Mar 2021 The US House of Representatives voted in favour of the American Rescue Plan on 10 March, sending it to the White House for President Joe Biden's signature.
EuroTier 2021: Impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on livestock businesses in Africa 10 Mar 2021 The Covid-19 pandemic caused chaos for the agricultural sector all around the world but was particularly troublesome in sub-Saharan Africa.
US Senate passes the American Rescue Plan 8 Mar 2021 The American Rescue Plan, the US' new COVID-19 relief package, passed the US Senate on 6 March.
Weekly poultry digest: USDA releases its EU poultry report amid bird flu outbreaks 5 Mar 2021 USDA predicts that European chicken production will bounce back from the declines seen in 2020.
Should poultry producers target premium markets or serve cash-strapped consumers? 5 Mar 2021 Poultry producers must choose between targeting premium products at cash-rich consumers stuck at home or prioritising their value offerings for those feeling the financial strain of COVID-19, according to new research from Rabobank.…
US takes action to address food insecurity amid the COVID-19 crisis 5 Mar 2021 The Biden-Harris administration is taking action to increase support for families struggling to put food on the table.
Government of Canada invests $7.8 million in worker safety at meat plants 5 Mar 2021 The Government of Canada has earmarked $7.8 million to help meat companies implement changes to safeguard the health and safety of workers due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Foster Farms expands its COVID-19 employee vaccination program 4 Mar 2021 Foster Farms has partnered with Save Mart Pharmacy in California to vaccinate poultry workers against COVID-19.
As US meatpackers announce vaccine plans, workers groups highlight slow progress 4 Mar 2021 COVID-19 vaccines are making their way into the arms of US meat and agriculture workers, but companies and union officials say progress needs to be faster after coronavirus outbreaks idled slaughterhouses and sickened thousands of workers.…
Russia could reduce poultry import tax for Brazil to stabilise domestic prices 3 Mar 2021 The RIA news agency reported that Russia could reduce a tax on poultry imports from Brazil if rising domestic prices do not stabilise.
Canada's annual farm income on track for record year 2 Mar 2021 Agriculture continues to be a strong driver of Canada’s economy, with farmers playing a key role in ensuring Canadians have access to affordable, high-quality food.
Tyson offers vaccinations to thousands of meat plant workers in Iowa 2 Mar 2021 Tyson Foods Inc, the largest US meat processor, is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to thousands of its frontline workers at its Iowa meat processing plants this week.
Snapshot of Australian Agriculture 2021 report shows production growth 1 Mar 2021 The Snapshot of Australian Agriculture report shows a ag production is growing, exports are strong
US Senate confirms Tom Vilsack as USDA secretary 24 Feb 2021 The US Senate voted to confirm Tom Vilsack as head of the Department of Agriculture on 23 February, returning the former Iowa governor to the job he held under ex-President Barack Obama.
2021 IPPE: Post-COVID Economic Outlook for US Poultry 24 Feb 2021 COVID-19 severely impacted the US poultry industry in 2020. Now, it looks like we’re seeing signs of stability and recovery.
US administration stresses that risk of transmitting COVID-19 through food packaging is still negligible 22 Feb 2021 Acting USDA Secretary Kevin Shea and Acting FDA Commissioner Janet Woodcock, MD say that there is no credible evidence of food or food packaging transmitting SARS-CoV-2 bacteria.
