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40 | National Thanksgiving Turkeys head to new home at U of M

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41 | Aviagen inaugurates new pedigree farm in Crossville, Tenn.

Business 14 | Tyson Foods opens new Virginia fully-cooked food plant

Calendar JANUARY JAN 29 - FEB. 1 — NPFDA ANNUAL CONVENTION & SHOWCASE, Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: National Protein & Food Distributors Association, 2014 Osborne Road, Saint Marys, Ga. 31558;

Ph: 912-439-3603; www.npfda.org. JAN 30 - FEB. 1 — IPPE (INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION & PROCESSING EXPO), Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: USPOULTRY, 1530 Cooledge Rd., Tucker, Ga. 30084; Ph: 770-493-9401; info@ippexpo.org;

www.ippexpo.org. MAR 12-14 — 2024 PURCHASING and INGREDIENT SUPPLIERS CONFERENCE, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, Fla. Contact: American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 810, Arlington, Va. 22201. Ph: 703-524-0810; www.afia.org.

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Features 9 | Plans are in full swing for IPPE 2024 10 | Poultry Market Intelligence Forum to look at HPAI and domestic and global markets 10 | IPPE 2024 attendee registration, housing open

11 | Visitors of IPPE 2024 can enjoy highlights of Atlanta 29 | Special discount offered to poultry growers to attend IPPE 32 | Session topics announced for the 2024 Latin American Poultry Summit

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58 | ABAC awarded USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant to raise awareness

81 | Your handy guide to finding where each exhibitor will be stationed through the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo

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ATLANTA — The 2024 International Production & Processing Expo is quickly approaching on the horizon and show organizers are planning for the largest trade show floor in the event’s history. The IPPE will again be at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga., with the next event Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2024. Already boasting more than 1,300 exhibitors and over 600,800 square feet of trade show exhibit space, and still growing; this show will have the GWCC bursting at the seams and organizers are wishing for attendees to — “EXPERIENCE IT ALL.” “IPPE’s extensive range of solutions draws industry leaders worldwide that are committed to business development, implementing best practices, updating operations and remaining competitive,” IPPE show management said. “We look forward to welcoming our domestic and international attendees to the 2024 IPPE!” The IPPE is an annual collaboration of three separate industry segments — the International Poultry Expo, sponsored by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association; the American Feed Industry Association’s International Feed Expo; and the North American Meat Institute’s International Meat Expo, and the combined Expo provides not only exhibitors for each of the segments, but also many educational sessions to keep attendees up-to-date with the latest information on such topics as health, processing and technology. The show notes that more than 80 hours of education programs will be presented during the threeday event, as well as numerous on-floor demonstrations, product and service sessions, and networking opportunities. Some of the highlights of the IPPE’s educational sessions will be the return of favorites such as the Poultry Market Intelligence Forum, the Pet Food Conference, and much more. The Poultry Market Intelligence Forum, 9 a.m.-noon, Jan. 31, will have experts taking a close look at highly pathogenic avian influenza, and global and domestic market impacts. Speakers will include Brian Earnest, CoBank; Dr. David Swayne, Birdflu Veterinarian LLC; and Christian Richter, The Policy Group. This forum is free to all IPPE attendees. AFIA’s 17th annual Pet Food Conference will be Jan. 30, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., and is expected to bring hundreds of pet food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, academics and marketers to discuss the latest trends in this field. “The AFIA’s Pet Food Conference is the place to be to learn what is up and coming in the pet food industry and connect with hundreds of pet food professionals,” Louis Calderwood, AFIA’s director of regulatory affairs, said.“New

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IPPE 2024: The “Modern Peach” sculpture between the Georgia World Congress Center and the Omni Hotel and former CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Ga., will be a well-viewed attraction for those attending the International Production & Processing Expo, Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2024. This year’s Expo will feature more than 600,000 square feet of exhibits and more than 1,300 exhibitors.

research and trends are changing more quickly than ever, and it is incredibly important to stay on top of rapidly developing issues.” Register for the Pet Food conference before Jan. 12 to receive a discounted rate of $105. For more information visit AFIA at www.afia.org. AFIA is also offering a free feed education program on Jan. 31, 8-10 a.m. This session will look at food regulations, as well as an outlook on how regulatory changes may affect the animal food industries next year. “The AFIA Feed Education Program will keep industry stakeholders informed of potential changes in regulations,” Gary Huddleston, POULTRY TIMES

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AFIA’s director of feed manufacturing and regulatory affairs, said. “Anyone who works in the manufacturing side of our industry — plant manager, operations, quality personnel, safety and health, and others, will benefit from this program.” In another special educational session, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will be a part of a program, “USDA APHIS A Dialogue and Digest,” along with AFIA, the Pet Food Institute and the North American Renderers Association. (Continued on page 11)

Poultry Market Intelligence Forum to look at HPAI and domestic and global markets ATLANTA — The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association will host its annual Poultry Market Intelligence Forum at the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Ga. A leading industry economist and industry experts will provide insights on how the domestic and global economies are performing and how regulatory issues impact the poultry and egg industries. This year’s forum will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, and is free for all registered IPPE attendees. The program will include speakers sharing their perspectives on the state of the global poultry industry and their outlook for 2024. They will identify challenges facing the industry and discuss how the U.S. and International poultry industries are positioned to move forward. The speakers and topics of discussion are as follows: • Domestic and Global Poultry Market Outlook for the Poultry & Egg Industry; Brian Earnest, lead animal protein analyst, CoBank. • Domestic and Global Outlook of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza for 2024; Dr. David Swayne,

consultant, Birdflu Veterinarian LLC. • 2024 Washington Update; Christian Richter, principal, The Policy Group. The 2024 IPPE will be held Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2024, and is a collabo-

ration of three trade shows – the International Feed Expo, International Poultry Expo and International Meat Expo – representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The event is sponsored by USPOUL-

TRY, the American Feed Industry Association and the Meat Institute. For more information about IPPE, including registration details, lodging and other education offerings, visit www.ippexpo.org.

IPPE 2024 attendee registration, housing open ATLANTA — Attendee registration and general housing for the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is open. Attendees will EXPERIENCE IT ALL at the world’s largest annual display of technology, equipment, supplies and services used in the production and processing of eggs, meat and poultry, and those involved in feed manufacturing. With more than 600,800 square feet of exhibit space and 1,300-plus exhibitors, the 2024 IPPE will have the largest trade show floor in its history. Tegister online to receive a discounted price of $80 through Jan. 12, 2024. Beginning Jan. 13, the registration rate is $130. “IPPE’s extensive range of solutions draws industry leaders worldwide that are committed to business development, implementing best practices, updating operations and remaining competitive. We look forward to welcoming our domestic and international attendees to the 2024 IPPE!” IPPE show management said. The 2024 IPPE will offer attendees the opportunity to build relationships, find new suppliers and vendors, and connect with col-

leagues from around the world in one place, at one time. Sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association, North American Meat Institute and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, the IPPE trade show floor will showcase the newest solutions, technologies, research, processes, services and products that the global animal food and protein industries have to offer. More than 80 hours of world-class education programs will also be presented throughout the week, along with numerous on-floor attendee activities and networking opportunities. Through Jan. 12, the “Members to Atlanta” (M2A) program allows qualified attendees from member companies of all three associations engaged in the production of poultry, POULTRY TIMES

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eggs and meat for consumption, production of feed, and for pet food manufacturers to attend complimentary. The program is supported through the sponsorship of elite IPPE exhibitors, which include Aviagen, CEVA Animal Health, Cobb-Vantress, Inc., Elanco Animal Health, Georgia Poultry Equipment Co., Heat and Control, Huvepharma, Jamesway, Kemin Industries, Inc., Soybean Meal Information Center, Vetagro and Zoetis. “Thanks to these exhibitors’ generous support of the M2A program, we are able to continue to grow IPPE attendance, attracting a global audience of meat, poultry and egg, and animal food professionals,” said IPPE show management. IPPE will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. For more information and to register for the 2024 IPPE, visit ippexpo.org. IPPE 2024 dates and hours: • Tuesday, Jan. 30: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Wednesday, Jan. 31: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 1: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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ATLANTA — The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) will be hosting its annual conference at the Georgia World Congress Center again in 2024. Thousands of attendees from all over the world will be in attendance. IPPE is three shows in one, the International Feed Expo, the International Meat Expo and the International Poultry Expo. The conference is combined by the efforts of the American Feed Industry Association, the North American Meat Institute and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. According to IPPE organizers, this year looks to be the largest Expo show floor that the show has ever seen. IPPE has gained to more than (Continued from page 9)

This program, Jan. 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., will present an in-depth discussion on how the agency works and how policy decisions are made. Separate registration is required for this session. “We are excited that APHIS is partnering with us again at IPPE,” Mallory Gaines, AFIA’s director

600,800 square feet of exhibit space in the GWCC along with more than 1,300 exhibiting companies. IPPE show organizers added, that, “We are really pleased with the expanded show floor square footage and the level of exhibitor participation. This is going to be an exciting show that you will not want to miss.” The Expo will “provide attendees with a full week of education programs, innovative technology, engaging activities on the show floor and enhanced networking opportunities with industry leaders from the animal food, meat, and poultry and egg industries. The vast trade show floor will showcase the latest technology, equipment and services used in the production and processing of animal food, meat, and poultry and egg products.” The IPPE will be: • Tuesday, Jan. 30: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

help members plan their export initiatives. Join us and take the opportunity to not only learn about policy, but to network with APHIS staff too.” For any aspect of the upcoming IPPE, visit www.ippexpo.org. AND — be sure to visit the Poultry Times booth at B 27029 and see all the new offerings we will be

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• Wednesday, Jan. 31: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 1: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. To register for IPPE or to find more information about the event, visit www.ippexpo.org. While visiting the “Peach State,” visitors can enjoy the Atlanta lifestyle by tasting a enjoying a variety of restaurants. DiscoverAtlanta.com says, “Atlanta boasts everything from upscale gourmet cuisine to progressive variations of Southern staples and local, chef-driven restaurants. Atlanta restaurants are relaxed and welcome diners with open arms. Even the city’s most high-end restaurants dish out a down-home feel.” Michelin star restaurants in Atlanta include Atlas, Bacchanalia, Hayakawa, Lazy Betty and Mujo. Michelin Green Star restaurants consist of Bacchanalia and The Chastain. Bib Gourmand restaurants comprise of Antico Pizza Napoletana, Arepa Mia, Banshee, Bomb Biscuit Co., The Busy Bee, Estrellita, Fishmonger, Fred’s Meat & Bread, Heirloom Market BBQ and Little Bear. For more information on Atlanta sights, restaurants and attractions, visit www.DiscoverAtlanta.com.

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ATLANTA — Welcome to the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). We are excited to once again be back in Atlanta! IPPE is comprised of three integrated trade shows – the International Poultry Expo, International Feed Expo and International Meat Expo – and is sponsored by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, the American Feed Industry Association and the Meat Institute. With more than 608,000 square feet of interactive exhibits representing 1,330+ exhibitors and 80 hours of education sessions stretching across all four halls of the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), the 2024 IPPE is going to have the largest show floor in its history! The exhibit floor is open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31, and 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1. You are going to EXPERIENCE IT ALL, including innovative technology, world-class education and the opportunity to connect with thousands of animal food, meat and poultry and egg industry professionals from around the world. Whether you are interested in animal food and health, processing and packaging, genetics and incubation or live production, you will find a vast display of equipment, supplies and services used in the production and processing of meat, poultry, eggs and animal food. Your IPPE registration unlocks hours of educational opportunities focused on animal welfare, operations, food safety, sustainability, increasing efficiency and profitability, and many other topics to enhance your bottom line. Programs and workshops, led by industry experts, will be held Monday, Jan. 29, through Friday, Feb. 2, and will focus on the latest insights, industry issues and best practices. Among the programs scheduled during Expo week are the “International Poultry Scientific Forum,” “Latin American Poultry Summit,” “Pet Food Conference,” and the always-anticipated “Poultry Market Intelligence Forum.” You will not want to miss these great programs, along with 90+ TECHTalks, that will provide solutions for your company! IPPE would like to provide a special thank you to our Elite Sponsors who make it possible for qualified attendees from member companies of all three associations engaged in the production of poultry, eggs and meat POULTRY TIMES

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“We aim to provide you with an overall experience that arms you with knowledge and other resources needed to enhance the success of your business.” products, the production of animal feed, and for pet food manufacturers to attend for free. The Members to Atlanta program (M2A) is supported through the sponsorship of the following exhibiting companies: Angel Yeast, Aviagen Inc., Ceva, Cobb-Vantress LLC, Elanco Animal Health, Georgia Poultry Equipment Company, Heat and Control, Inc., Huvepharma, Jamesway, Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health - North America, Soybean Meal Information Center, U.S. Soybean Export Council, Vetagro Inc. and Zoetis. We sincerely appreciate these companies for their continued support of the M2A program and invite you to stop by their booths to see the latest products and services they have to offer. The USPOULTRY Foundation will host the College Student Career Program, bringing together approximately 600 students from more than 40 universities and human resources personnel from industry and allied companies to interview for employment and internship opportunities. It is both time and cost effective, as the companies can see so many students in

one location. It is also an important investment in the poultry industry’s future. Sponsored by the USPOULTRY Foundation and the Poultry Science Association Foundation, the Ph.D. and Vet Student Career Fair will also be held during the International Poultry Scientific Forum at IPPE. The target participants are Post-Doctoral and Ph.D. and veterinary students particularly involving, but not limited to, technology-driven companies such as those in animal genetics, health, pharmaceuticals and nutrition. Both programs are part of the USPOULTRY Foundation’s continuing effort to encourage talented young people to become the industry’s leaders of the future.

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agriculture industry by excelling in their current positions. IPPE is so much more than the Expo floor. We aim to provide you with an overall experience that arms you with knowledge and other resources needed to enhance the success of your business. IPPE offers a variety of amenities to allow you to maximize your time and experience at the Expo. Interactive product locators will help you find exhibitors, products and services and, new this year, free Wi-Fi will be available throughout the entire GWCC making it easy to stay connected as you EXPERIENCE IT ALL at IPPE 2024. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the Welcome Reception from 4:15 – 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. There 13

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will be complimentary drinks and live entertainment right on the Expo floor! On behalf of our board, the exhibitors, program presenters, volunteers and thousands of attendees from around the world, thank you for your participation and support for our industries. Your engagement brings exhibiting companies to the Expo, as they know that industry leaders and purchasing decision-makers will be present at IPPE to see the newest technologies and solutions. The process not only fosters industry growth but also channels the proceeds from the Expo back into the industry in the form of research, education, communications and technical services.

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Tyson Foods opens new Va. fully-cooked food plant DANVILLE, Va. — Tyson Foods has officially opened a new $300 million fully-cooked food production facility in Danville, Va., delivering on its strategy of accelerating long-term growth, operating as efficiently as possible and investing in its poultry business. It is one of the company’s mostautomated plants to date, marking the deployment of innovation pilots and prototypes at scale. The 325,000-square-foot facility represents a significant investment in the local community and will produce approximately four million pounds of premium quality, fully-cooked poultry products weekly to meet the increasing demand for iconic Tyson® brand products, both in retail and foodservice. Located in the Cane Creek Centre, a local business park owned by the City of Danville and Pittsylvania County, the facility has created nearly 400 new jobs for the southeastern Virginia region. “Danville represents a signifi-

• Technology The Danville facility is one of the company’s most highly automated plants to date, featuring high-speed automated case packing lines and high-speed robotic case palletizing units. The technology helps to maximize operational efficiency and increase overall team member safety. It also includes a product inspection process that incorporates metal detection, X-ray and vision grading to ensure consumers receive high-quality products. The Danville facility is the company’s first at-scale integration of wearable armband devices to improve worker health, safety and productivity. The award-winning solution, for every frontline team member, integrates technology featuring sensors that relay environmental data to safety managers to better identify risk exposures. “The combination of our team and technology at Danville will strengthen our ability to better

cant commitment to the region and we take our responsibility to enhance the communities where we live and work seriously. This plant is also a significant step toward our ongoing goal of operational excellence by investing in innovative technology and automation,” said Donnie King, president and CEO, Tyson Foods. “This facility delivers on our commitment to ensuring best in class service for our customers and accelerating our long-term growth.” POULTRY TIMES

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meet demand for retail and foodservice fully-cooked Tyson brand products,” said Wes Morris, group president, Poultry, Tyson Foods. “The Danville plant incorporates the latest technology that brings real-time intelligence to our processes, products and workplace experience for team members.” “The new Danville plant by Tyson Foods means nearly 400 new jobs for Virginians in Southside in a modernized environment built for the 21st century,” said Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin. “The Commonwealth’s business climate, infrastructure, and skilled workforce facilitate a long-term partnership with Tyson Foods, and we thank the company for reinvesting in Virginia with its operation in Danville-Pittsylvania County.” Tyson Foods works diligently to ensure team members have the tools and resources they need to be successful. The company has partnered with Danville Community College to create a Maintenance Technology training program to support the growing field of industrial maintenance with competitive pay and many opportunities throughout the company. To learn more about career opportunities at Danville and other Tyson Foods locations, visit www. tysonfoods.com/careers.

KFC celebrates global growth with major milestone restaurant openings PLANO, Texas — KFC has announced key milestone store openings with two new restaurants in Haryana, India, and Bucharest, Romania, as KFC expands in markets across the world. A new KFC opens somewhere in the world every 3.5 hours and in 2024, KFC plans to enter its 150th country. This global growth is fueled by KFC’s mission to serve feel-good food, at scale, through inclusive, equitable and sustainable business practices, the company said. “As one of the fastest-growing retail brands in the world, our growth is driven by our passion to lead with inclusivity, build with purpose, drive system sales and grow our brand in every market that we operate,” said Sabir Sami, CEO of KFC Global. “I’m humbled by these achievements and see this as an opportunity to celebrate the incredible work of every business partner and team member as we continue to share the joy of our best-tasting fried chicken with more of the world.” With more than 29,000 restaurants, KFC serves billions of people while also creating nearly one million jobs worldwide. KFC

finger lickin’ good food by adding flavors such as our Peri Peri Chicken which is enjoyed by local consumers. KFC India has pioneered local sustainable development with over 20 restaurants which integrate energy efficiency, the use of responsible materials and the application of waste diversion across design and operations. These restaurants have also committed to ensuring that all plastic-based, consumer-facing packaging will be recoverable or reusable by 2025, the company noted, adding that its local social purpose program Kshamata helps to bridge the gender and ability gap by empowering women and people with disabili-

leverages the strength of its longstanding relationships with its trusted franchise partners to build momentum and scale growth. “While we’re a global brand, we aim to meet the unique needs and expectations of our guests on a local level, ensuring that restaurants are designed to connect with the local community and feel paired with menus that resonate with the local culture and flavors,” said Nivera Wallani, chief development officer of KFC Global. “We are keenly focused on sustainable growth and building with purpose. Globally, we are scaling efficiently, while collaborating with our partners on industry-leading business practices and innovative ideas.” KFC’s 1000th restaurant in India is slated to open before the end of the year in DLF Cyber Hub in Gurgaon, Haryana. KFC’s growth in India is accomplished in partnership with two major franchise partners, Devyani International Limited (DIL) and Sapphire Foods India Limited (SFIL) who help run over 900 restaurants in the country. The 1,000th restaurant is being opened with Devyani, which has been a partner with Yum! Brands for more than two decades. Since 1995, KFC has strengthened its brand distinctiveness throughout India, while continuing to expand its core menu of POULTRY TIMES

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ties, which comes to life in part through KFC India’s 38 restaurants operated by employees who are speech and hearing-impaired. KFC’s 1,000th restaurant in CEE has opened in Bucharest, Romania. Many of these restaurants exemplify digital forward features such as modern kiosks, digitized drive-thrus, updated ecommerce platforms and data-informed artificial intelligence. Sustained and local growth is fueled by restaurant expansion, specifically in rural communities throughout the country. KFC CEE has the ambition to be the leading quick service restaurant in the region, with an average (Continued on next page)

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of 100 stores slated to open annually. As the restaurant’s scale, KFC also grows its employee base, leveraging its S.T.A.R.T. Refugees Program to hire more than 2,500 refugees over next three years, the company said. Maria Cacciapuoti, general manager in Central Eastern Europe, leads the region’s operations with a focus on scaling a talented team and leveraging partnerships with 20 franchisees across 26 countries to maintain its status as a high performing region, KFC added.

Hormel Foods reports 4Q and FY 2023 results AUSTIN, Minn. — Hormel Foods Corp. reports its fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2023 results. All comparisons are to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 unless otherwise noted. Executive summary for fiscal year 2023 includes: Net sales of $12.1 billion. Operating income of $1.1 billion; adjusted operating income1 of $1.2 billion. Operating margin of 8.9 percent; adjusted operating margin1 of 9.8 percent. Earnings before income taxes of $1 billion; adjusted earnings before income taxes1 of $1.1 billion. Effective tax rate of 21.8 percent. Diluted net earnings per share of $1.45; adjusted diluted net earnings per share1 of $1.61. Cash flow from operations of $1 billion. Fourth quarter results include: Net sales of $3.2 billion. Operating income of $270 million; adjusted operating income1 of $313 million. Operating margin of 8.4 percent; adjusted operating margin1 of 9.8 percent. Earnings before income taxes of $246 million; adjusted earnings before income taxes1 of $289 million. Effective tax rate of 20.5 percent. Diluted net earnings per share of 36 cents; adjusted diluted net earnings per share of 42 cents. Cash flow from operations of $319 million. “In fiscal 2023, we achieved our second consecutive year of net sales in excess of $12 billion, continued to reinvest in the growth of our leading brands, drove strong operating cash flows of $1 billion

and returned a record amount of cash to our shareholders in the form of dividends,” said Jim Snee, Hormel Foods chairman of the board, president and CEO. “Despite challenging operating conditions to end the year, our results were in line with the low end of our revenue and adjusted net earnings per share1 expectations, as a strong finish from our Foodservice segment was offset by pressure in our Retail and International businesses.” “Our Foodservice segment delivered outstanding results throughout the year, leveraging our direct-selling team, operatorfocused approach and solutionsbased portfolio,” Snee said. “In our Retail segment, the team made tremendous progress implementing its new structure, while growing or maintaining market share for many of our leading brands across key categories, including Hormel® Black Label® raw bacon, Planters® snack nuts, Jennie-O® ground turkey, the SPAM® family of products and in our Mexican foods portfolio. Lastly, we further expanded our global presence with an investment in Garudafood in Indonesia. This investment

supports the global execution of our entertaining and snacking strategy while enhancing the long-term growth profile of our International business.” “Looking ahead, our teams continue to navigate through a dynamic operating environment characterized by slowing consumer demand, inflationary pressures and headwinds in our turkey business,” Snee added.“We expect fiscal 2024 to be a year of investment, consistent with the plan we outlined at our recent investor day. We remain focused on our strategic priorities, executing on our transformation and modernization initiative, fueling our innovation pipeline and exiting the year with momentum in our business segments. I remain confident that we have the right brands, strategy, people and culture to deliver on our commitment to improve our business and drive long-term shareholder returns and growth.” • Fiscal 2024 outlook For fiscal 2024, the company expects: Net sales growth of 1 percent to 3 percent, which assumes volume growth in key categories, higher brand support and innovation, a benefit from incremental

pricing actions and current assumptions for raw material input costs; Diluted net earnings per share to be $1.43 to $1.57 and adjusted diluted net earnings per share to be $1.51 to $1.65. The company expects earnings to decline in the first half of the year due to the impact from lower turkey markets, lower volumes in the Retail segment and softness in its China business. The Company expects segment profit growth from all three segments in the back half of the year; and A modest benefit to net earnings from its transformation and modernization initiative. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.

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the completion of a funded research project by researchers at North Carolina State University that assessed using an electrostatic precipitator to improve indoor air quality in cage-free layer houses. The research was made possible in part by an endowing Foundation gift from Cal-Maine Foods. The research is part of the association’s comprehensive research program encompassing all phases of poultry and egg production and processing. In total, more than $36,000,000 has been invested in research by the Association and Foundation. A brief description of the research — Project #F90: Using Electrostatic Precipitator to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Cage-Free Layer Houses; Dr. Sanjay Shah, Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, N.C. Shah and colleagues with North Carolina State University recently completed a research project with the overall objective of developing and evaluating a recirculating electrostatic precipitator (ESP) for its ability to improve indoor air

quality in cage-free layer houses with litter floors. Specific objectives were to design and fabricate a full-scale recirculating ESP unit; evaluate the removal efficiency of the ESP in the cage-free layer house for particulate matter, ammonia, and airborne bacteria and fungi; and evaluate the impact of the ESP on barn indoor air quality for particulate matter. The central hy-

pothesis of this research was that a recirculating ESP could reduce dust concentrations and thermal stratification in winter when ventilation rates are low and dust concentrations are higher. The research summary can be found on the USPOULTRY website. Information on association research may also be obtained by visiting the USPOULTRY website, www.uspoultry.org.

Giant Food donates 11K turkeys to local food banks LANDOVER, Md. — Giant Food, a greater Washington, D.C. regional grocery chain, has announced its annual holiday turkey donations. In partnership with Shady Brook Farms®, Giant Food will be donating 11,000 turkeys to its local Feeding America® food

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Grubbly Farms expanding product line to backyard chicken market ATLANTA — Grubbly Farms has improved and expanded its backyard chicken product line to

include two water supplements, an Omega-rich feed topper, and a re-engineered Grubblies World Harvest, which are oven-dried grub snacks for chickens. New offerings include: • Prebiotics + Probiotics: a water-soluble supplement that ensures optimal gut health for healthy digestion and nutri-

ent absorption, recommended year-round, especially in times of stress. • Vitamins + Electrolytes: a water-soluble supplement that supports health, wellness & hydration throughout all seasons. Recommended year-round use, especially times of stress and heat waves. • Omega Mix: A feed topper or snack formulated to naturally promote omega-rich eggs. The mix includes the signature ovendried black soldier fly grubs in addition to natural omega-rich ingredients and superfoods such as flaxseed, chia, black sunflower

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lenging market conditions, demonstrates clear momentum in our core business.” “Looking ahead, we will continue to build on this momentum by remaining firmly focused on delivering the benefits from our capital investments, executing our strategic Blueprint, and deleveraging our balance sheet,” Frank added. “We have already started to see some benefits in our results from our two largest capital projects, London Poultry and the Bacon Centre of Excellence, and we expect to exit the year with an annualized run rate of about $130 million in Adjusted EBITDA contribution from these projects. At the same time, we are forecasting lower capital spend as we wrap up these large-scale organic projects.” “Based on the strength of our assets, the power of our leading brands and product innovation, and the passion of our people, we are confident that we are poised to achieve our goal of 14-16% Adjusted EBITDA margin in our Meat Protein business when markets normalize,” Frank said. Third quarter highlights in-

clude: • Total company sales grew 1.1 percent to $1.245 billion, with an Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (EBITDA) margin of 10.4 percent. • Meat Protein Group sales grew to $1.211 billion, an increase of 1.4 percent year over year. Adjusted EBITDA was $138.4 million, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin was 11.4 percent, an improvement of 290 basis points compared to the same period last year, and 210 basis points from the second quarter of 2023. • Plant Protein Group sales were $36.4 million. Plant Protein Group Adjusted EBITDA improved by 61.3 percent year over year to a loss of $9.4 million, en route to an Adjusted EBITDA target of neutral by the end of 2023. • Capital expenditures were $50.5 million. • The London Poultry facility transition is progressing on schedule. Three legacy facilities have fully transitioned their production volumes, and the transition from the fourth facility will begin shortly. The company expects London Poultry to be fully

ramped up by the end of 2023. Maple Leaf also notes outlook highlights including: • Meat Protein: Expect midsingle digit sales growth in 2023, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin expansion to achieve a target range of 14 percent to 16 percent when markets normalize. • Plant Protein: On track to deliver Adjusted EBITDA neutral by the end of 2023. • Capital expenditure: For 2023 is expected to be roughly $200 million, down from prior guidance of less than $250 million. Approximately half of the spend will be attributable to Maintenance Capital and the balance attributable to Sales for the third quarter of 2023 were $1.245 billion compared to $1.231.9 billion last year, an increase of 1.1 percent. Sales growth in the Meat Protein Group was mostly offset by a 16.4 percent sales decline in the Plant Protein Group. • Year-to-date sales for 2023 were $3.689.6 billion compared to $3.553.5 billion last year, an increase of 3.8 percent. Meat Protein Group sales grew 4.3 percent, which more than offset the 14.5 percent decline in the Plant

Protein Group during the same period. • Net loss for the third quarter of 2023 was $4.3 million (4 cents loss per basic share) compared to a loss of $229.5 million ($1.86 loss per basic share) last year. The prior year net loss included a $190.9 million one-time non-cash impairment charge related to the Plant Protein Group, as well as a $31.5 million decrease in the fair value of biological assets compared to a $0.3 million increase in 2023. The Meat Protein Group showed improved commercial results and pork market conditions, partly offset by cost inflation, along with increased start-up costs. The Plant Protein Group delivered improved margins along with lower Selling, General, and Administrative spending as the segment continues to reduce costs as part of its short term strategy. In addition, current year results were negatively impacted by higher interest expense with increased rates and higher debt largely to fund strategic capital expenditures, and by income tax expenses, which were a recovery in the prior year. (Continued on page 24)

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Year-to-date net loss for 2023 was $115.7 million (95 cents loss per basic share) compared to loss of $270.4 million ($2.18 loss per basic share) last year due to similar factors as noted above, with the exception of increased pork market headwinds for the year to date. Adjusted Operating Earnings for the third quarter of 2023 were $70.5 million compared to $24.1 million last year, and Adjusted Earnings per Share for the third quarter of 2023 was 13 cents compared to loss of 1 cents last year. The increase was a result of improved commercial results and pork market conditions, partly offset by cost inflation. Year-to-date Adjusted Operating Earnings for 2023 were $135.7 million compared to $63.9 million last year, and Adjusted Earnings per Share for 2023 were a loss of 1 cents compared to earnings of 2 cents last year due to similar factors as noted above, with the exception of increased pork market headwinds for the year to date. Adjusted Earnings Before Taxes for the third quarter of 2023 were $25.1 million compared to $8.4 million last year. Adjusted EBT

was driven by improved commercial performance and pork market conditions, partly offset by cost inflation in the Meat Protein Group, as well as improved margins in the Plant Protein group. This was partly offset by higher interest expense with increased rates and higher debt largely to fund strategic capital expenditures. Year-to-date Adjusted EBT for 2023 was a loss of $17.8 million compared to earnings of $26.2 million last year due to similar factors as noted above with the exception of increased pork market headwinds for the year to date, Maple Leaf Foods reports.

in Houston, San Antonio, and Plano in years prior, Jollibee’s arrival to Texas’ third-largest city is a testament to the chain’s aggressive North American expansion and company-wide goal to bring a taste of home, happiness, and (chicken) joy to hungry consumers around the world, the company said, adding that the new restaurant is slated to attract a diverse mix of suburban and urban locals who cherish the neighborhood’s rich cultural scene and welcome new additions to the extensive family of neighborhood restaurants — making Jollibee’s arrival a fitting addition to an ever-growing food landscape in central Texas. “We are excited to grow our

Jollibee opens new restaurant location in Dallas WEST COVINA, Calif. — Jollibee, the global restaurant brand noted for its Chickenjoy fried chicken, crispy and juicy chicken sandwiches, opened its first location in Dallas, Texas, on Nov. 29. Located at 4703 Greenville Ave., the new Jollibee is situated just northeast of the city’s Lower Greenville community. Following successful openings

presence and spread joy in Texas, especially as it is currently enjoying such tremendous growth,” said Maribeth Dela Cruz, business group head, Honeybee Foods Corp. dba Jollibee. “Dallas is not only booming, it is also rich with culture and diversity, which creates the perfect setting to bring our warm and vibrant energy to residents looking to explore and learn about Jollibee and all our amazing, flavorful menu items.” Jollibee’s new Dallas store location is just a few miles away from its Plano location, which opened in 2020, and joins its four other Texas locations spanning Houston (2) and San Antonio (1), and Missouri City (1).

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Nebraska reports HPAI case, urges biosecurity vigilance LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Agriculture is reminding poultry owners to continue to monitor for and protect their birds against highly pathogenic avian influenza. Recently, NDA in conjunction with the USDA, confirmed a case of HPAI in Nebraska in a small backyard flock in Colfax County. “While Nebraska hasn’t had any reported cases of HPAI for a few months, we are disappointed but not surprised, to see another case, as there have been several confirmed HPAI cases in surrounding

states,” said Neb. State Veterinarian Dr. Roger Dudley. “Poultry producers need to continue to be vigilant in protecting their flocks. It’s important for producers to know the signs and symptoms of HPAI and to continue to practice good biosecurity measures to help prevent the spread of this disease into their flocks.” HPAI is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily among birds through nasal and eye secretions, as well as manure. The virus can be spread in various ways from flock to flock, including by wild birds, through contact with infected poultry, by equipment, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers. Wild birds can carry the virus without becoming sick, while domesticated birds can become very sick and die. Symptoms of HPAI in poultry include: a decrease in water consumption; lack of energy and appetite; decreased egg production or soft-shelled, misshapen eggs; nasal discharge, coughing, sneezing; incoordination; and diarrhea. HPAI can also cause sudden death in birds even if they aren’t showing any other symptoms. HPAI can survive for weeks in contaminated

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Huey Magoo’s unveils its new ‘G.O.A.T.’ promotion SAN DIEGO — Global marketing agency, InnoVision Marketing Group, announces the launch of its latest creative ad campaign

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together visual appeal, creative strategy and emotional engagement, providing viewers with a sensory experience. As the commercial unfolds, it takes the audience on an exciting journey through the world of Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders, showcasing their dedication to quality and the relentless pursuit of excellence. The campaign spotlights the tenders’ impeccable tenderness, perfection in crispiness and an irresistible flavor profile, all aligned with the strategy to promote Huey Magoo’s as the highest quality chicken option in the fast-casual category in the nation by positioning them as The Filet Mignon Of Chicken. “We’re absolutely thrilled to introduce the G.O.A.T. commercial, which is a testament to what truly sets Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders apart as the benchmark in quality and flavor. Our collaboration with InnoVision once again has brought forth an outstanding campaign that captures the very essence of our brand,” said Andy Howard, CEO of Huey Magoo’s. “This new commercial doesn’t just highlight our unwavering

commitment to delivering the finest, most delicious tenders, but it also shines a spotlight on the passion and dedication that go into crafting each and every one of our meals. We can’t wait to share this new commercial with all our guests and once again showcase our brand as the ultimate destination for those in search of the ‘Greatest of All Tenders.’” This campaign follows in the footsteps of InnoVision’s previous collaborations with Huey Magoo’s, including the widely acclaimed initial The Filet Mignon of Chicken® campaign and the second ad campaign, “Smart Kid.” As the third in the series, “The Filet Mignon of Chicken” tagline has become widely recognized and used as an iconic phrase by all generations, lending to its universal charm, the company added. This new concept debuted with digital commercials, social media posts and giveaways with special edition merch and email marketing campaigns making noise around the new position. InnoVision wanted to showcase that people of all ages love Huey Magoo’s, regardless of what generation they belong to, from generation

Alpha all the way to Boomers. “Our strategy was to craft a narrative that transcends traditional advertising, focusing on the emotional connection guests have with Huey Magoo’s. We’ve successfully showcased Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders as ‘The Filet Mignon of Chicken®,’ and they are indeed the ‘Greatest of All Tenders,’” said Giselle Campos of InnoVision Marketing Group. “This latest commercial represents our commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity, and we’re thrilled to showcase how exceptional Huey Magoo’s really is through storytelling.” InnoVision Marketing Group became the agency of record in 2017 for Huey Magoo’s when the brand had three locations in Orlando, Fla., and the brand just celebrated its 50th grand opening, with another 225 franchises sold. The agency’s ability to craft engaging and impactful narratives for the brand has solidified Huey Magoo’s position as a standout player in the fast-casual dining sector. For more information about Huey Magoo’s, visit www.HueyMagoos.com

Amlan International expands in southern Vietnam CHICAGO — Amlan® International, the animal health business of Oil-Dri® Corp. of America and a global leader in mineral-based feed additives that optimize the intestinal health of poultry and livestock, announces an expansion of its presence in the southern Vietnam market through a new distribution partnership with Saigon Nutrition Corp. Amlan entered into a distributor agreement with Saigon Nutrition effective Sept. 30, 2023. As a trusted brand in the animal health industry, Amlan is committed to bringing natural and effective feed additives to enhance animal health and productivity, the company said, adding that, Saigon Nutrition, which is well established and respected in the region, will manage the distribution of Amlan products

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authentic Japanese favorite, Chicken Kaarage, which differs from both American and other Asian fried chicken recipes due to the batter which is made of potato starch and a unique marinade. Tokyo Fried Chicken is now available at Yoshinoya’s more than 100 restaurants as either a protein in a bowl or as a snacksize portion. Tokyo Fried Chicken is made by marinating tender chicken in sweet soy and a special spice blend for several days to create a unique umami flavor, then handbreaded, freshly fried and served with a choice of Hanabi Hot Mayo or Sweet & Spicy sauce. The result is lightly crispy, juicy and flavorful chicken that is available in a traditional Yoshinoya Bowl and also as a snack-sized portion (4 pieces). Tokyo Fried Chicken joins Yoshinoya’s lineup of protein options including Original Beef, Grilled Habanero Chicken, Grilled Ribeye Steak, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Grilled Teriyaki Salmon. “We are thrilled to be infusing more of our Japanese heritage into our menu with the introduction of Tokyo Fried Chicken,” said

the reach of our unique natural mineral-based feed additives to South Vietnamese producers who are seeking high-efficacy solutions to maximize performance and improve feed conversion ratio and their bottom line,” said Nguyen Hai, Amlan International’s commercial manager, Vietnam. “Our collaboration with Saigon Nutrition will be an essential component in facilitating this.”

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Jon Gilliam, CEO of Yoshinoya America. “This type of unique recipe is usually only found at formal sit-down Japanese restaurants as an appetizer. Our portions are generous as each piece is significantly larger than a traditional chicken nugget and it makes for a great on-the-go snack or meal option.” Tokyo Fried Chicken can be ordered as part of a fresh bowl which includes a choice of rice or udon noodles, protein and vegetables, providing a flavorful, customized and balanced meal. Bowls are available in regular, large, combo and combo XL sizes. With the addition of Tokyo Fried Chicken, Yoshinoya restaurants now offer even more options for individuals and families who are looking for affordable, freshly prepared, delicious authentic Japanese cuisine featuring mouth-watering flavors and quality ingredients, the company added. In addition to full meals, Yoshinoya also offers appetizers, snack-sized options, desserts and a new line of Boba drinks. For more information, visit www.yoshinoyaamerica.com. (Continued on next page)

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Wayne-Sanderson names Brixley Farm ‘top broiler producer’ DANVILLE, Ark. — The Wayne-Sanderson Farms Danville Complex has recently recognized Brixey Farm as Broiler Producer of the Year. This award acknowledges Kenneth (Kenny) and Kim Brixey, dedicated growers with over two decades’ experience working with Wayne-Sanderson Farms, for achieving the lowest production cost per pound for the year and excelling as the top producer of broilers out of 99 farms. According to Kyle Klober, broiler manager at the Danville Complex, “Brixey Farm is known for consistently being a top producer,” having been awarded Broiler Producer of the Year previously in 2011. As part of the recognition, they received a Yeti cooler, a branded hat, and a plaque commemorating their achievement.” “We’ve had a good working relationship from the get-go,” Kenny Brixley said, reflecting on growing for Wayne-Sanderson Farms. “I view the relationship

between us as a partnership with each other. If they take care of their responsibilities, I will take care of mine.” Brixley’s venture into broiler production began in 1998 when he produced his first flock for Wayne-Sanderson Farms (then Wayne). Through the years, alongside his wife Kim, they ex-

panded the farm, adding two more houses, and nurturing their family while dedicating themselves to their farm. The Brixeys have not only excelled in their farming operations but have also been actively engaged in the community, with Kenny having previously served as president of the Perry County Farm Bureau, chairman

of the Farm Credit of Western Arkansas Board of Directors, and frequent participation in their local church, the company added. When asked what has contributed to their success, year after year, Brixley noted, “We just take care of our farm and take care of our chickens. We must be doing something right.”

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understanding of recent changes and give them an opportunity to ask questions about how they can best comply with evolving regulations. In addition to the informative sessions, the event will also feature the announcement of the AFIA Feed Facility of the Year winner for the commercial feed category. This award recognizes excellence in feed production and highlights the industry’s commitment to quality and innovation. The free AFIA Feed Education Program is open to registered IPPE attendees and will take place from

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Disease in Colombia,” given by Dr. Rocío del Pilar Rincón López, health coordinator, National Federation of Poultry Farmers in Colombia. She will be followed by a discussion on “Standards of the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) and Their Impact on Trade.” Next up will be Leonardo Moreno, head of communications, National Federation of Poultry Farmers, Colombia, who will give an overview of “Communication Strategies on Avian Influenza Aimed at Citizens.” The summit ‘s education sessions will be capped off with a panel discussion on the last topic. Registration for IPPE and the Latin American Poultry Summit is open. Mark your calendars to register and receive the early bird discount rate of $250 for the summit. The 2024 IPPE show dates are Jan. 30-Feb. 1, and the event will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. More information on the 2024 IPPE can be found at www.ippexpo.org, and information about the Latin American Poultry Summit can be found at www.lacumbreavicolalatinoamericana.org.

Anuncian temas de las conferencias de la Cumbre Avícola Latinoamericana 2024 ATLANTA — La Cumbre Avícola Latinoamericana 2024 anuncia los dos últimos temas de las conferencias que completan la Cumbre y terminan de explorar el tema “Una Mirada a la Influenza Aviar para Prevenir su Propagación y Recuperarse de los Daños que Causó”. Dos grupos de oradores de gran renombre presentarán los temas de “Prevención y Manejo de Emergencias” y “Manejo de Enfermedades”. Presentada por la International Poultry Expo (IPE), parte de la International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), y la Asociación Avícola Latinoamericana (ALA), la cumbre es todos los años el primer programa de la semana de IPPE. La semana ofrece más de 80 horas de programas educativos de primer nivel. Sula Alves, directora técnica de la Asociación Brasileña de Proteína Animal, iniciará la sesión “Prevención y Manejo de Emergencias”, con una presentación sobre “Prepararse para el Manejo de Infecciones en Granjas Comerciales en Brasil”. La sesión finalizará con una presentación sobre “Avances en la Despoblación de Aves y Eliminación de Carcazas Después de Brotes de Enfermedades o Desastres que Resultan en Pérdidas Catastróficas”,

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USDA APHIS ‘Dialogue and Digest’ is open for registration ATLANTA — The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is joining the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), Pet Food Institute (PFI) and North American Renderers Association (NARA) at the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) for an in-depth, behindthe-scenes discussion of how policy decisions are made, how the agency works with countries to create health certificates, and more. The “USDA-APHIS A Dialogue and Digest” education program will provide attendees an opportunity to hear directly from APHIS headquarters and field staff, who will cover a wide range of topics. Options will be provided for small group interactions with APHIS staff. “We are excited that APHIS is partnering with us again at IPPE. Now is the chance for members to

ise Calderwood, AFIA’s director of regulatory affairs. “New research and trends are changing more quickly than ever, and it is incredibly important to stay on top of rapidly developing issues.” The program provides an opportunity for select students to present their research or subject matter reviews during the AFIA Pet Food Conference. Three graduate students will be invited to present their work as speakers during the conference, and both graduate and undergraduate students will have the opportunity to present posters. The AFIA Pet Food Conference runs from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include breakfast and lunch. Interested individuals are encouraged to register by Jan. 12 to receive the early-bird rate of $105. After that, the registration rate increases to $150. Visit afia.org/pfc2024 to learn more and to register.

learn from APHIS about how policy decisions within the agency are made,” said Mallory Gaines,AFIA’s director of market access and multilateral affairs. “How does APHIS engage with foreign governments? How are health certificate agreements negotiated? These are questions we are asked, and I hope this information can help members plan their export initiatives. Join us and take the opportunity to not only learn about policy, but to network with APHIS staff too.” Online registration for IPPE and the USDA-APHIS program is now open. The educational program runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET on Jan. 31, 2024. Interested individuals are encouraged to register before Jan. 12 to receive the earlybird rate of $270. After that, the registration is $350. Members of the AFIA, PFI and NARA should contact their representatives for a discount coupon to attend at the member rate. The coupon code must be implemented before purchase, as no reimbursements can be given. AFIA members can contact register@ afia.org for the coupon code information. POULTRY TIMES

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GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Biden-Harris Administration has partnered with the USDA to provide aid to assist with the supply chain, grow small businesses and increase trade relations, it was recently announced. President Biden has been crisscrossing the country touting “Bidenomics,” however the American public are not pleased with Biden’s handling of the economy. According to an Associated Press poll obtained by Politico, over a third of Americans or 36 percent favor the administration’s management of the economy. In June the poll stood at 34 percent and moved up to 37 percent in July. As of October, usinflationcalculator.com confirms that the inflation rate is 3.2 percent. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the unemployment rate stands at 3.9 percent. CNN reported in October, the United States saw 150,000 jobs added.

Supply chain On Nov. 27, the White House established the Council on Supply Chain Resilience. A press statement released by the USDA said President Biden and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declared the agency will be investing in the American food and agriculture supply. The USDA will grow markets for agricultural manufacturers and decrease food costs. Vilsack said, “the Biden-Harris Administration is championing America’s farmers and ranchers by helping expand businesses and supporting more robust American supply chains. Today’s investments in agricultural producers and rural entrepreneurs will create better economic opportunities that bolster food supply chains across the country and increase competition, a key pillar of Bidenomics. This will result in more affordable prices and choices for consumers, as well as more opportunities and revenue for farmers.” The new investments will be added to recent investments made by the USDA that

contributed to President Biden’s Investing in America “to increase competition and lower costs by enhancing independent meat and poultry and other diversified food processing capacity, strengthening local and regional food systems, and expanding domestic, innovative fertilizer production.” The USDA’s investments will go to fund 185 projects worth an estimated $196 million. These funds and projects will aide producers and entrepreneurs in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming and Puerto Rico.

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In a release, Torres Small said “the BidenHarris Administration is committed to a whole-of-government approach to rebuild the economy for the American people from the bottom up and middle out, especially in the nation’s most underserved and rural

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right in the places they call home. Strengthening our collaboration with the SBA helps us expand these opportunities for people to build brighter futures for generations to come.” SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman added that, “rural small businesses strengthen local economies, creating jobs and serving communities. SBA’s partnership with USDA will build upon the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to investing in underserved rural Americans and providing the needed resources to help them start and grow their businesses to advance our economy and global competitiveness.” A memorandum of understanding was signed Nov. 20 and it stated that the USDA and SBA will work together to: • Provide joint training, technical assistance and mentorship opportunities for rural small business owners and entrepreneurs. • Help agricultural producers and small businesses identify ways to export their products around the world. • Expand collaboration between USDA’s Rural Partners Network and SBA’s Resource Partners Network. • Cross-promote programs that support rural businesses and socially disadvantaged communities.

Trade relations On Nov. 16, Vilsack stated upcoming efforts to boost the U.S. agricultural trade. These efforts include planned trade missions for 2024 and the launching of a public comment phase for the new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program. “Market diversification is an important tool for maximizing growth opportunities for U.S. agriculture, as well as hedging the risk of market contraction and general volatility in the global marketplace,” Vilsack said. “USDA is committed to promoting export opportunities in non-traditional markets and ensuring that U.S. agricultural commodities and products are available to diverse consumer groups around the world.” Back in October, Vilsack said $1.3 billion from the Commod-

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The 2023 National Thanksgiving Turkeys were raised in Willmar, Minn., under the direction of Lykken, who is a 31-year veteran in the turkey industry and currently serves as president of Jennie-O Turkey Store. Lykken was joined in presenting the National Thanksgiving Turkey by Jose Rojas, assistant vice president of live production at Jennie-O Turkey Store. While in Washington, D.C., Liberty and Bell stayed at the historic Willard InterContinental. Following their visit to the White House, the turkeys will retire to the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences in St. Paul where they will receive housing, daily care, and access to veterinary services under the experienced care of veterinarians, faculty and poultry science students. NTF’s participation in the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation began in 1947 with President Harry Truman. It has continued for 76 years across 14 successive administrations.

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GAINESVILLE, Ga. — There are many iconic dishes to be prepared for the holidays. Some of these dishes include the stuffing, the potatoes, the cranberry sauce, the casseroles and much more. Every family has their own unique way of preparing these dishes. Most families pass down recipes from generation to generation. Some families even keep their recipes a secret. However, a main staple of a Thanksgiving and holiday meal is the turkey. Turkeys can be smoked, baked, roasted, or fried. A traditional way of cooking a Thanksgiving turkey is to roast it.

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According to the USDA, there are a few ways to thaw out a turkey. However, there are also unsafe ways to defrost a turkey such as: • Thawing a turkey on the counter, in the garage or on the back porch. • Thawing a turkey in a brown paper grocery bag or plastic garbage bag. • Using the dishwasher to thaw a turkey (with or without water). • Any method that is not the refrigerator, cold water, or the microwave. Not to worry if someone prefers to cook their turkey frozen, it will just take longer to cook. The USDA states that, “A solidly frozen turkey will take at least 50 percent longer to cook than a thawed turkey. If your turkey is only partially frozen, remem-

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Registration is open for Purdue University’s annual Top Farmer Conference. This one-day conference will take place on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Purdue’s Beck Agricultural Center in West Lafayette. When registering for the conference, individuals have the option to attend in person or join remotely. One of the featured keynote speakers is Jim Bullard — renowned economist and former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, now dean of Purdue’s Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business — who brings insight into Federal Reserve policy and key factors influencing the future of the U.S. economy. Also featured at this year’s conference is the University of Illinois’ Scott Irwin, a globally recognized leader in agricultural economics and author of multiple books on commodity futures markets. Irwin will be discussing what the future looks like for biofuels and the likely impact on soybean markets. Agricultural producers and agribusiness professionals will hear about other critical issues shaping the future of U.S. agriculture during this year’s conference. Topics include an update on the development of the next farm bill, an assessment of farm agility in dealing with strategic risks, and insights into the long-term outlook for corn and soybean prices. The conference will conclude with a Q&A panel discussion. Farm management experts and economists from Purdue, the University of Nebraska, Iowa State University, and the University of Illinois will be available to assist participants in analyzing financial challenges and exploring opportunities for their operations. “Agriculture is a dynamic and evolving industry,” said James Mintert, professor of agricultural economics at Purdue University and director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture. “The Purdue Top Farmer Conference was designed with that in mind.

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and their daughter Taylor and her husband, Kyle Outlaw. Their daughters, Emily and Bailey and Bailey’s husband, Caleb Dunbar, also pitch in. Steve and Terri Cobb’s oldest son, Jarrett, practices criminal, personal injury, probate and agricultural law. His wife, Ashley, is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist at True Hope Counseling in Jonesboro. The partnership’s crop yields include: 1,800 acres of irrigated corn yielding 210 bushes/acre; 2,599 acres of irrigated cotton yielding 1,300 lbs/acre; 101 acres of irrigated peanuts yielding 2.5 tons/acre; and greenhouse tomatoes yielding 70 lbs/plant x 200 plants. In addition, the show pig business produces 1,000plus show pigs a year. Steve Cobb and Family Farm has set a number of records in

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its show pig and boar sales and has successfully marketed winning show pigs across more than forty states through eight annual online auctions at showpig.com. “We host several ‘preview’ days on our farm before each sale, where dozens of show pig customers view our show pig prospects,” Cobb said. “The pigs are also listed on Stevecobbfamily. com. We occasionally offer elite breeding boar prospects for sale directly to boar stud businesses.” Cane Island Farms’ cotton is ginned at Southland Gin in Lake City and is marketed through Olam Agri. They also grow nonGMO corn for Ozark Mountain Poultry of George’s Chicken. Peanuts are marketed through Birdsong Peanuts for cleaning, shelling, and sizing before they’re shipped to food manufacturers. The farm has plans to build a feed warehouse to improve efficiency and quality of feed making. Designs are in the

works for an off-site show pig fitting facility as well. Cane Island Produce, the newest endeavor in the partnership, sells through a local community network and on its Facebook page. The latter features pictures of a variety of mouthwatering sausage balls, baked beans with sausage, vegetable soup with sausage, half and whole hog packages, homemade jam, and green tomato chowchow. Cane Island Produce has recently branched out from the initial greenhouse tomato operation into other vegetables such as purple hull peas, okra, green beans, cucumbers, squash, bell peppers, and jalapeno peppers. The company has plans to add more greenhouses and expand into flower production. On Cane Island Farms, Lyerly said they are constantly exploring new ideas and technology. “We are working with Valley Irrigation on automated irrigaPOULTRY TIMES

tion risers and wells controlled by smartphone,” Lyerly noted. “We’re also considering the idea of building solar arrays on our farm and leveraging technology, such as targeted treatment with drones.” He added, “Each of our entities holds environmental conservation to the highest standards. We’re currently focused on irrigation practices and seed selection as well as timing and rate of input applications. Through our partnership with NRCS, we’re looking into implementation of regenerative agriculture production practices.” “The late 1990s basically changed the entire swine industry,” Cobb said. “Before that time, it was mostly family-owned operations, but that’s no longer the case. There was a market crash in 1998 that forced us to change our entire model from breeding stock production to focusing on show pig production. We also had to be flexible in marketing 47

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our product and finding a sustainable customer base. My son Aaron also stepped-up big time to support this important and much-loved part of our farm business.” As for Cane Island Farms Partnership, a huge disaster struck in October 2014, when a terrible hailstorm hit just days before harvest. “That storm took out 75 percent of our cotton crop,” Owens said. “The same year our grain brokerage filed for bankruptcy, resulting in a total loss of our corn crop. It was a year full of pain as we lost one of our most beloved employees, Glen Eaton, in a tragic accident. We simply came to a full stop and started reevaluating how to go forward.” That’s when the farms added peanuts to their rotation, a risky move that paid dividends and enabled the partnership to remain competitive. (Continued on next page)

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“The peanuts also helped us increase yields on our cotton on the years following the peanut crop,” Owens added. On a more personal note, in 2010, one of Cobb’s granddaughters, Scout Lyerly, was just two years old when she was diagnosed with stage 4 Neuroblastoma, a cancer of the nervous system. “This illness taught each of us more valuable life lessons than we can ever list,” Cobb said. “We grew to cherish each other more every single day and thank the Lord for his goodness in bringing Scout through that ordeal. She’s now a very lively 14-year-old teenager. We continue to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis for their wonderful care.” Cobb is a long-time member of Farm Bureau and a supporter of the local Buffalo Island Central FFA Chapter. He has just completed his second and final term on the National Swine Registry Board of Directors and Executive Committee. He serves on the board of the American Yorkshire Club, and also judges local, state,

and national championship show hog events. He is a member of both the local and state FFA Alumni Association. When schedules allow, Steve and Terri Cobb love going to the athletic events their eight grandchildren are involved in: baseball, basketball, barrel racing, and other rodeo activities. Their number one getaway spot is a lake house they own 90 miles away in the Ozark Mountains at Lake Thunderbird. “It’s just an hour and a half away, so it’s easy to enjoy the area year-round,” Cobb said. “We fish, swim, water-ski and go tubing and just have plain old fun together.” As for lessons learned from farming, Cobb said,“In a practical sense, you have to be intense in your work ethic and progressive. Change has been so phenomenal and fast during my lifetime that it’s almost overwhelming. We’ve gone in a few short generations from small subsistence farms to large commercial enterprises. So, it’s important to keep up the pace and stay open to innovative techniques, equipment, and ideas.” “On a more philosophical note,

what I’ve learned from farming is how important it is to appreciate the cycle of growth, whether it’s crops, baby animals, children, or grandchildren,” Cobb added. “Everything is constantly renewing. Agriculture mimics life in that way, being a constant display of development to fruition. And lastly, I’ve learned how important the ag industry, with its production and delivery system, is to our survival as a species. The scale of farm operations has definitely changed but the roots are the same; they’re eternal. What we do is essential for all life as we know it. I’m grateful and blessed to be part of that.” Justin R. Ladd, senior financial officer of Farm Credit Mid-America, nominated Steve Cobb to be the Arkansas Farmer of the Year. “At any national livestock show or state fair livestock show in the United States, Steve Cobb and his family are recognized as industry leaders,” Ladd said. “His hogs are some of the most prize-winning hogs in the country. He’s also well respected locally because he’s done so much for the surrounding community. They’ve spent countless hours giving back to the local FFAs and 4-H Clubs and have raised money for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. It’s truly an impressive extended family partnership with a track record of excellent farming, integrity, and generosity.” The new Farmer of the Year was selected for the honor by three judges. This year’s judging tour of all 10 state farmer winners took place during the week of Aug. 14–18. The judges included David Wildy, Manila, Ark., the overall winner of the award in 2016; Joe West, retired assistant dean UGA Tifton Campus; and Darren Parker, vice president, Massey Ferguson North America. Judges typically serve for three years before rotating off the team. “Excellence in Agriculture is how I would describe this year’s State Farmers of the Year. They are a leading group of farmers and businessmen who represent their states with excellence,” Wildy said. “Just as I expected, this year’s winner was an extremely difficult decision for the judging team. But, without question, this year’s winner represents precisely what

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the Southeastern Farmer of the Year program is all about. He is a very humble individual who goes above and beyond to help others and his community. He and his family’s operation checked all the boxes. Without a doubt, this farmer has what it takes to ensure that this family operation will be successful and sustainable. He will represent the SE FOY program with much distinction, as will all 10 state winners.” This is the 33rd year for the Southeastern Farmer of the Year award. It recognizes excellence in agricultural production and farm management along with leadership in farm and community organizations. The award also honors family contributions in producing safe and abundant supplies of food, fiber, and shelter products. The Farmer of the Year program has new sponsors in 2023 as Massey Ferguson, Harper Family Holdings, the Alabama Farmers Federation, Arkansas Farm Bureau, Florida Farm Bureau, Georgia Farm Bureau, Kentucky Farm Bureau, Mississippi Farm Bureau, North Carolina Farm Bureau, South Carolina Farm Bureau, Tennessee Farm Bureau, and Virginia Farm Bureau have joined together to generously sponsor the program. As the state winners of the Sunbelt Expo award, they received a $2,500 cash award and an expense-paid trip to the Sunbelt Expo from the sponsors. A vest from the Sunbelt Ag Expo was given to each state winner and nominator. The Moultrie Colquitt Co. Chamber of Commerce gave each state winner a local keepsake. Additionally, Massey Ferguson North America provided each state winner with a gift package. Cobb will receive a $15,000 cash prize from the sponsors. Massey Ferguson North America will provide Cobb Farms with the use of a Massey Ferguson tractor for a year or 250 hours (whichever comes first). He was also awarded a jacket from the Sunbelt Ag Expo, a Hays Smoker/Grill from Hays LTI, and a Henry Repeating Arms American Farmer Tribute Edition rifle from Reinke Irrigation. A total of $1,284,000 in cash awards and other honors have been awarded to 286 southeastern farmers since the award was initiated in 1990.

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Landmark tool supports meat sector greenhouse gas reduction targets WASHINGTON — A new tool released jointly by the North American Meat Institute and the United Nations Global Compact Network USA (the U.S. chapter of the United Nations Global Compact) will aid meat companies of all sizes in measuring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — advancing the Meat Institute’s aim for 100 percent of its members to set science-based GHG reduction targets in line with the Paris Climate Agreement. The tool was developed through Meat Institute member participation in the UN Global Compact Network USA’s Climate Ambition Accelerator program, a six-month program designed to equip companies with the knowledge and skills to path toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The tool uses real-life data methodologies and structural details (with data randomized and company details anonymized) to provide a concrete example that takes readers from defining a company’s operational and organizational boundaries through understanding and measuring its direct, indirect, and value chain emissions (scope 1, 2, and 3). Network USA Executive Director Adam Roy Gordon applauded the new tool and called for further public-private partnership to ad-

vance global goals. “Ambitious business leaders recognize that taking climate action goes hand in hand with building prosperous communities, businesses and economies,” Gordon said. “Developing and disseminating resources that share technical expertise is key to empowering businesses to fulfill meaningful emissions reductions at scale.” Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts added, “Sustaining meat for generations to come requires not only clear vision but also a concrete commitment to developing practical resources, like the GHG inventory tool, that help companies of all sizes implement best practices sector-wide. “The GHG inventory tool is a major step toward achieving the Meat Institute’s Protein PACT targets, which advance continuous improvement in the sector and sustainability of all kinds — environmental, economic, and social.” Directly citing GHG Protocol and other relevant international standards, the tool defines key terms, details data collection and science-based calculation methodologies, provides alternative calculation methods, and shares other resources that might be of assistance to companies conducting GHG inventories.

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ATHENS, Ga. — Zhihan Xian’s innovative research into new methods of food origin tracing has been named this year’s winner of the Testing for Life Student Award by AOAC International, a nonprofit association that was established in 1884 and seeks to set standards of analysis to help ensure food safety globally. Xian, a doctoral student in food science at the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, is on the leading edge of research of food origin authentication. Typically done with chemical analysis, food origin authentication is a method of testing food to ensure that it originates where a producer says it does. Not all food producers have the

of determining their source of origin. A microbiome is made up of a variety of microscopic organisms such as fungi and bacteria, both beneficial and harmful. Along with help from Deng, Xian tested the DNA of the microbiome that exists on the surface of garlic obtained from six different countries. The results demonstrated that the food microbiome contains origin-specific information, giving the method potential as a useful tool in stopping origin fraud practices. Testing the microbiome of foods could prove to be more effective than traditional, chemical-based testing based on the results of machine-learning analysis applied to the study. Xian hopes this new information will lead to new tools for government and industry to test the origins of food. “I want to thank Dr. Deng and

good of the public at heart. Some bad players lie about the source of food for reasons such as dodging import tariffs or trying to pass inferior foods off as a higher quality. This creates a multitude of problems and can have serious health implications. Should an outbreak of foodborne illness occur, it is imperative that researchers know the source of the food to help stop the outbreak as quickly as possible. “We know from research from the Consumer Brands Association that food fraud affects nearly 10 percent of all commercially sold food products,” Xian’s advisor, Center for Food Safety Associate Professor Xiangyu Deng said. “Falsifying the origin of food is a type of fraud that is challenging to detect.” A student in Deng’s lab, Xian theorized that testing the microbiome of foods could be a means

my former fellow student Shaoting Li for their guidance and assistance,” Xian said. Prior to joining UGA’s Center for Food Safety, Xian worked for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration where he spent time researching Listeria monocytogenes in foods, including survival rates and detection methods. This is the first award he has received for his research, and it included $3,000 and complementary attendance at the AOAC International Annual Meeting and Exposition in New Orleans, La., in August. Xian gave an oral presentation and presented a poster of his research during the conference. Jennifer Reynolds is the communications professional for the University of Georgia’s Center for Food Safety.

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COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences reached a milestone that illustrates the momentum growing across agriculture and life sciences industries. The college reported the largest class of incoming freshmen in its history — 1,400. The incoming freshman class exceeded the number of confirmed freshmen at this time last year, 997, by 40 percent. Dr. Jeffrey W. Savell, vice chancellor and dean for Agriculture and Life Sciences, said the freshman enrollment numbers are a sign that the college is continuing in the right direction. He said the achievement is indicative of the ongoing collective efforts to offer the best learning opportunities and environment in the nation, but also of a purposeful effort to produce more graduates. Savell said the college has committed to creating an environment for student success by recruiting and retaining high quality faculty and staff and investing in facilities and cuttingedge technology for research and training. The record-breaking number of freshmen is a good indicator that those investments are helping student recruitment and make the college an attractive destination for the “best and brightest.” “We have benefitted from planting and cultivating seeds of excellence,” Savell said. “Our goal is to plant more seeds for the future because flourishing students and former students are the fastest and most impactful ways to make a positive impact in our world, and agriculture and life sciences.”

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a great launching point for their academic careers. The majors offered through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are created to propel new students toward success in critical fields of study. Skaggs said these students are entering careers society relies on, and that jobs in agriculture and life sciences lead to happier, more fulfilling careers according to recent research. Agriculture and forestry have the highest levels of self-reported happiness — and lowest levels of self-reported stress — of any major industry category, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ American Time-Use Survey. The college is the largest comprehensive agriculture program in the U.S. and has a track record of preparing students who are in high demand, Skaggs said, noting that the curriculum goes far beyond traditional agriculture. The college’s 15 departments house more than 300 faculty experts and offer 90-degree plans for undergraduate and graduate students. Career paths include sustainable agriculture, environmental sciences, human health POULTRY TIMES

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their passions and serve the community, Skaggs said. “The critical things employers are looking for are practical, hands-on experience and candidates with teamwork and leadership skills,” he said. “Those traits are all part of an overall professionalism they want, and Aggies rank very highly in all of them.” The college will continue to focus on reaching prospective students through a range of student development strategies to maintain this momentum, Skaggs said. More than 1,900 degrees were awarded by the College in 20222023. “Our graduates will be our legacy,” he said. “They represent future industry leaders and innovators and will lead the directional changes in agriculture and all the aspects of everyday life our programs touch. We envision success for our students, and we want prospective students to see the college as a place to grow and learn, and to launch their career and adult life.” Adam Russell is a communication specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife.

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ABAC awarded USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant to raise awareness TUCKER, Ga. — The USPOULTRY Foundation has awarded a $1,175 student recruiting grant to Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) in Tifton, Ga. The grant was made possible in part by an endowing foundation gift from the Don Dalton Student Recruiting Fund. The grant funds will be used to raise awareness of the significant expansion of the poultry industry in South Georgia and the correlating opportunities for well-prepared graduates. The recently approved Poultry Science Pathway and middle and high school curricula have resulted in greater interest in the poultry industry and ABAC’s offerings. The funding will also be used to provide additional lab supplies. The USPOULTRY Foundation board approved student recruiting grants totaling $306,366 to 28 colleges and universities across the United States with a poultry science department or industry-related degree program. The USPOULTRY Foundation provides annual recruiting funds to colleges and universities to attract students to their poultry programs. The grants are made possible by gifts to the Foundation from companies, individuals and families, in addition to funds earned over the years at the International Poultry Expo, part of the International Production & Processing Expo.

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Five fan fundamental maintenance tips BY JESS CAMPBELL, JEREMIAH DAVIS, KELLY GRIGGS & CODY SMITH National Poultry Technology Center Auburn University

AUBURN, Ala. — Many companies and producers have already started to check poultry house wind speeds for adequate hot weather bird cooling ability. During these times we are often asked the question, “what can I do to ensure the houses will pull maximum wind speed”? The simple answer is to make sure every tunnel fan is operating at maximum potential. The most common answer we get for fan maintenance is, “change the belt”. Yes, fan belts made the list but, not first in the process of proper and complete fan

maintenance! Please read below to find out why we think belt replacement should come last when conducting complete fan maintenance.

fan. Any motor that intermittently stops working, is slow to start, or makes a humming noise, should be repaired, or replaced immediately! We recommend having at least one replacement tunnel fan motor of each size on the farm. A new belt will not fix a blown motor! • Fan motor capacitors We received this motor (see photo) from a local producer that was having issues with fan

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applicable) next. The tensioners’ job is to keep adequate tension on the fan belt so that the motor delivers the horsepower to the fan pulley with minimal slippage. These tensioners are notorious for making loud noises when the bearings are dry and adding friction instead of tension. If you can hear the tensioner from over 250’ away, it is time to take action and replace those noisy tensioners. They are robbing your fans of CFM’s and working against your efficient tunnel ventilation system. These should be greased (if applicable), lubricated, and exercised at least twice a year to make sure you get full life expectancy from each fan. They must be replaced if the pulley doesn’t spin freely or makes a noise, doesn’t maintain belt tension, or is out of alignment. A new belt will not fix a bad tensioner! 3. Bearings Every fan bearing should be inspected for dry bearings, noise, or wear that will not allow the fan prop to spin as freely as

possible with minimum friction. It doesn’t work that way. These can be expensive, labor intensive to replace, and cause a fan to be down for an extended period if neglected. Get those bearings tuned up ASAP! A new belt will not fix a bad bearing! 4. Pulleys Fan motor pulleys and fan prop pulleys must be aligned, in like-new shape, and not scrubbing on the fan frame. Worn or “cupped” pulleys must be replaced. We recommend replacing pulleys with the exact fit and size as what you have for optimum performance. Increasing size can increase fan power but will also increase power bills and may shorten the life of the fan motor if this isn’t engineered. If you are considering this, please consult the fan manufacturer prior to implementation. A new belt will not fix a worn pulley! • Fan pulley issue Can you identify the problem in the picture below with this fan pulley? Would a new belt fix

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this problem? If you guessed the pulley is in contact with the fan motor frame, is causing substantial noise and friction on the fan motor, and wearing the belt out prematurely, then you would be correct! A new belt would not fix this fan problem! 5. Belts New fan belts won’t fix most fan problems! Consider the following questions before you just slap on new fan belts and move onto the next task on the list! New belts are often not the correct fan maintenance repair! • Would you put new tires on your vehicle if you knew the front wheels were out of alignment (vibrates as you travel down road) and you noticed the existing tires were severely worn only on one side of the tires? No, you should get an alignment done prior to installing new tires! Installing a new vbelt on a fan that has pulleys on the motor, tensioner, or fan out of alignment will only result in a prematurely worn belt. The corrective action would be to

No, you should replace the wheel bearings first so they new tires are not prematurely worn out and causing performance issues. Similar to installing new v-belts on a fan, the fan shaft bearings and tensioner bearings must be in new or like-new operation so that installing a new belt will result in peak fan operation and not just another worn belt the next day or week. Again, a new belt won’t fix a bad bearing! Please take the necessary time and effort to slow down and carefully inspect every tunnel fan that you have on the farm. Take a serious look at each fan and make sure that every major fan component is working to the best of its’ ability. We want you to spend your time and money wisely and in the best effort to protect the investment made in every fan. Each and every fan component plays a vital role in the fan system’s performance just as each fan plays a vital role in the overall full wind speed potential in the house. Get all you can get out of every fan on the

realign all the pulleys and then install the new belt. • Would you install new tires on a vehicle with a slipping transmission? No, you would need to have the transmission repaired or replaced, because installing new tires would not overcome the bad transmission. Similarly installing a new v-belt on a fan with a damaged tensioner will only result in poor fan performance and a prematurely worn belt. Don’t waste your time and money on a belt when it really needs a new tensioner. • Would you install new tires on a vehicle with an engine that is overheating? No, new tires will not keep the engine from overheating and forcing the vehicle to shut down during hot weather use! Installing a new v-belt on a fan motor that is overheating will not result in maximum fan performance or keep the fan from shutting off when it needs to be running. The fan will still shut down when it overheats. • Would you install new tires on a vehicle that has damaged wheel bearings?

farm this summer! This short article is not a complete comprehensive list to all fan maintenance requirements but meant to drive home the point that belts alone will not fix most fan performance issues on the farm. Visit www.poultryhouse.com for more information on fan and poultry housing equipment maintenance. You can also find more helpful tips on fan maintenance by downloading our Poultry Toolkit App from your APP store on your smart device! Good luck this summer from the National Poultry Technology Center of Auburn University! Jess Campbell is an Extension housing specialist with Auburn University’s National Poultry Technology Center; Jeremiah Davis is the NPTC director and Extension specialist, Kelly Griggs and Cody Smith are NPTC research engineers, all with Auburn University’s Biosystems Engineering Department. More information from the NPTC can be obtained at www.poultryhouse.com.

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Vertical vs. horizontal Circulation fan system pros and cons BY MICHAEL CZARICK, CONNIE MOU & BRIAN FAIRCHILD University of Georgia

ATHENS, Ga. — There are essentially two types of poultry house circulation fan systems: vertical and horizontal. In a vertical circulation fan system, fans are located in the center of the house, typically near the ceiling, and are oriented to blow straight down towards the floor. The air then moves across the floor, up the side walls, and back along the ceiling to the center of the house, creating a vertical air circulation pattern. In some instances, the circulation fans are directed to blow air upward towards the ceiling, creating a circular air flow pattern in the opposite direction. In either case, air circulation tends to be localized around each circulation fan. In a horizontal circulation fan system, the circulation fans are placed along the center of the house, next to the ceiling, moving air horizontally along the ceiling toward the house’s end walls. Upon reaching the end walls, the air then changes direction and moves back along the side walls as well as along the floor underneath the circulation fans. Whereas with a vertical circulation fan system, mixing/circulation tends to occur in zones around each circulation fan, with horizontal circulation fan systems, the circulation fans tend to work together as a single unit to mix the air throughout a house and in the process create uniform conditions throughout a house. A study was conducted on a broiler farm in North Georgia comparing a vertical circulation fan system to a horizontal circulation fan system. The vertical circulation fan system consisted of eight Cubo vertical circulation fans evenly spaced

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Figure 2: Floor/ceiling air temperatures (vertical circulation fans).

Figure 3: Floor/ceiling air temperatures (horizontal circulation fan system).

along a 40’ X 500’ dropped ceiling broiler house (Figure 1). Each Cubo unit consisted of a 1/3 hp motor powering a centrifugal blower, located 18” above the floor. The fan pulls air off the ceiling via a flexible duct then blows it out in a 360-degree pattern horizontally across

temperatures and relative humidity (40 – 60 percent) were used in both houses. Though the vertical circulation fan system reduced temperature stratification during brooding to five degrees or less, the horizontal circulation fan system did a better job reduc-

the floor. The horizontal circulation fan system consisted of eight 24”, 1/3 hp fans (Multifan 24” - approximately 6,500 cfm @ 0.00”) positioned next to the ceiling along the centerline of the house, blowing air towards the end walls. The same target

ing it to two degrees or lessen (Figures 2 and 3). The biggest differences observed between the two types of circulation fan systems were their abilities to create uniform temperatures throughout the brooding area/ house and to generate air move(Continued on page 73)

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ment over the litter, thus promoting litter drying. With the horizontal circulation fan system, the air within the brooding area/house was mixed from end to end, moving cool air near the brooding curtain/end walls to the center of the house and warmer air near the center of the house to the end walls/brooding curtain. The thorough mixing of the air in the house resulted in consistent house temperatures, which was reflected in more uniform heater runtimes (Figure 4 and 5). Furthermore, a horizontal circulation fan system’s ability to move excessive bird heat from the center of the house towards the end walls, where extra heat is often needed due to tunnel fan and tunnel door leakage, could result in significant fuel savings. The study also found that a horizontal circulation fan system was able to produce significantly more air movement over the litter throughout a house than the vertical circulation fan system. With the vertical circulation fans, air movement was limited to within 15’ to 20’ of each fan, while the horizontal circulation fans worked together as a system, creating air speeds of between 100 - 150 ft/min over most of the house’s floor area, which in turn resulted in overall drier litter and improved paw health. Though there was more air movement, no adverse chick reactions were observed. The study illustrated that there is much more to be gained from a circulation fan system than simply moving hot air off the ceiling. A proper circulation fan system can not only break up temperature stratification, but also promote more uniform house conditions, drier litter, and improved foot pad health as well (Figures 6 and 7). Michael Czarick is an Extension engineer, Dr. Brian Fairchild is an Extension poultry scientist, and Connie Mou was 2020 Ph.D. student, with the University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Cooperative Extension in Athens, Ga. More information can be obtained at www.poultryventilation.com.

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Figure 6: Paw scores and litter moisture (Trial 1).

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SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. — High temperatures can be an obstacle in livestock production, particularly in tropical regions. Broilers are more susceptible to high ambient temperatures because they lack sweat glands to dissipate heat from their bodies. Heat stress occurs when the ambient temperature is higher than the thermo-neutral zone. Heat stress can be classified into 2 main types based on the duration of exposure: short term (acute, less than 1 week) or long term (chronic, greater than 1 week). Heat stress can impact bird physiology and growth performance, leading to welfare concerns and economic losses in

Heat stress also has an adverse impact on the immune system efficiency by reducing the lymphoid organ weights, including the thymus, spleen, and bursa of Fabricius. Nutrient usage is adversely impacted, which, in turn, may compromise gut health. In addition, heat stress often has a negative impact on meat quality by reducing muscle water holding capacity and increasing fat deposition and drip loss. Periods of high heat exposure leads to muscle breakdown to provide amino acid substrates for gluconeogenesis. Heat stress can also cause oxidative stress by elevating free radicals. Free radicals can damage intestinal cell membranes and vital components resulting in apoptosis, intestinal irritation, and leaky gut syndrome.

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consideration to maintain balanced amino acids in the diet. • Dietary electrolyte balance to prevent alkalosis Electrolytes are solubilized compounds that help to maintain acid-base balance during periods of respiratory alkalosis. In broiler nutrition, the main electrolytes are sodium (Na), potassium (K) and Chlorine (Cl). Sodium chloride (NaCl) and sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) are frequently used as Na and Cl in broiler diets, and K is usually obtained from soybean meal. For Cobb diets, each mineral has a minimum requirement, such as 0.16 percent to 0.23 percent for Na, 0.16 percent to 0.3 percent for Cl, and 0.6 percent to 0.95 percent for K. Please refer to our broiler nutrition supplements for more details available at Cobb-Vantress.com. To maintain electrolyte balance, the diets must maintain the correct ratio of cations (Na, K) and anions (Cl). • Vitamins and minerals to bind free radicals Vitamins and minerals have antioxidant properties that

can reduce the negative impact of free radicals caused by heat stress. Vitamin E, a lipid-soluble vitamin at 100 to 250 mg/Kg, can improve broiler growth performance during heat exposure. Even though birds can synthesize vitamin C from glucose in

the kidneys, the supplementation of vitamin C at 200 mg/Kg in the diet can reduce the negative effects of heat stress. Selenium is an important cellular antioxidant and has a minimum requirement of 0.35 mg/Kg feed. This mineral also has a synergis-

tic effect with vitamin E. In general, the addition of vitamins and minerals 10 percent to 20 percent above the minimum requirement can help prevent nutrition deficiencies since feed intake can decrease under (Continued on page 79)

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heat stress. Consult with your nutritionist before making any large adjustments in feed formulations. Zinc can improve broiler performance and prevent lipid oxidation in muscle and is important as dietary lipid can be easily oxidized at high temperatures. Lipid oxidation can be prevented by adding antioxidants to the diet (BHA, BHT, and ethoxyquin). • Enzymes Enzyme supplementation can improve nutrient digestion and reduce metabolic heat. There are many commercially available cereal-based enzymes. Such enzymes attack nonstarch polysaccharides or NSPs. Most of the NSPs are in the cell walls of cereal grains such as wheat, corn, oats, and even soybeans and include xylans, betaglucans, and mannans. During hot weather, some nutritionists have had success using enzymes that target all three NSPs. Supporting feed digestion will lower heat production. Depending upon the enzymes available in specific regions, more than one

enzyme product may be needed to target different NSPs. • Feed formulation and feed quality Feed can be formulated to help alleviate the effect of heat stress. The partial replacement of energy sources from carbohydrates to lipids is a common practice because lipids generate a lower heat increment than carbohydrates. Lipids also have the benefit of slowing feed passage in the gut, giving more time for nutrient digestion. The selection of quality ingredients containing a high ratio between net energy and metabolizable energy (NE/ME) is another option to reduce metabolic heat production. Feed quality is another consideration to alleviate heat stress in broilers. Generally, broilers generate more heat and use higher energy for their eating activity when given mash feed compared to pelleted feed. So, good pellet quality can alleviate heat stress by reducing energy used during eating. Normally, fine pellets (less than 1,000 um) should not compose more than 10 percent to 15 percent of the diet. The

pellet durability index should be higher than 95 percent. • Other nutritional approaches There are other feed additives that can reduce the impact of heat stress. Betaine is a methyl donor and can improve growth performance and meat quality. The supplementation of betaine at 1,000 to 2,000 mg/Kg feed improved feed intake and growth in heat-stressed birds. Probiotics and prebiotics are feed additives that can elevate gut health impaired by heat exposure. This will result in improved broiler growth performance. Phytogenic compounds such as sanguinarine and curcumin were also reported to help manage heat stress conditions due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Evaluate any feed additive thoroughly before using it as a part of normal formulation. • Water management Water plays many physiological roles in broilers. During heat stress, water is lost through the respiratory tract during periods of panting. In response, water intake is increased in broilers as

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a means of maintaining thermoregulatory. Water management during heat exposure is very important to reduce heat stress. Electrolytes and vitamins can be added into the drinking water, including sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, and vitamin C. However, the addition of electrolytes via drinking water should be monitored to prevent wet litter conditions and biofilms in the water system. It is very important to monitor the temperature of the drinking water and keep it below 25 degrees C in hot environments. Heat stress can cause issues for broiler performance and meat quality, particularly in tropical areas. Nutrition and feed quality are partial strategies to alleviate the negative effects of heat stress. Farm management is also an important key to alleviating this issue. In total, heat stress must be addressed by a collective effort of management and nutrition. Dr. Suttisak Boonyoung is a nutritionist with Cobb Asia-Pacific.

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2024 IPPE Exhibitors Chr. Hansen A941 Chuan Jin Nuo A1111 Cid Lines BC40086 Cintas B39041 Circle A Mfg. A2851 CJ Bio A2517 Clean Logix B51041 Clean Water Tech. B42033 Clear View Ent. B40021 ClearH2O B15010 Clearly Clean B38081 Clemson Univ. B14056 Cleveland Vibrator A903 CMC Design Build C19193 CMC Industries C21181 CMIC Heilongjiang A2910 CMS Mechanical C29127 Cobb-Vantress B7007 Cog-Veyor B37066 Colamark BC38107 Colussi Ermes C40159 Combilift BC42109 Comco A1500 Compact Dry B37046 Computerway C46159 CompuWeigh A255 Concrete Coatings B37055 Cone Drive B43040 Connex Industrial B41008 Continental Agra A1415 Conveyor Eng. & Mfg. BC45100 Conveyors B43033 CoopWorx B36020 Corbion B36033 CORE Occupational B36061 Corti Avioeste B19017 Corti Zootecnici B21013 Cozzini C40159 CP Packaging C40159 CPM A1223 CR Crawford B40027 CracklessEgg B4000 Craemer US B35063 Cra-Vac Industries A422 CRC Industries B38055 Creative Controls B35066 Cremer C16122 CRVAB Group A1050 Cryoport Sys. B33021 CSA A2747 CSB Sys. BC41101 CTCBIO B26005 CTIcontrol B21053 Cuddon Freeze Dry B49048 Cumberland B31021 Curtainsider C25127 Custom Cut Metals B48062 Cutco B2040 CV-Tek C40159 CWT Farms B24033 D&D Global

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D&F Eqpt. C37173 DACS A/S B30043 Daeho A2860 Daesang America A550 Dandy Light Traps B18027 Danfotech C40159 Dansa A610 Darling Ingredients A633 Datastor-DSL A429 Dawe’s Laboratories A1733 DCL A2943 Deasung Microbio. A2763 Decon7 Sys. C40181 Delacon Biotechnik A2233 DeLongs Gizzard C32167 Derco USA BC43097 Dertec C18122 Devenish A233 Deville Tech. C44168 Dex-O-Tex B38048 Dexter-Russell C42133 Dhumal Industries B28005 Diamond V A2233 Diemo Machine B26060 Dietaxion A446 DIGI America C28126 Discflo Pumps C28195 Distynct B25003 Diversey C44186 Diversified Agriculture B7019 Diversified Plastics B43033 DLB - Dilus Labs. A347 DM Carts B35068 Dodge Ind. B37041 Dominant Genetika B30015 Dontech Indc. B51061 Doral B45061 Dorset Green Machines B16061 Dostofarm A2704 POULTRY TIMES

Double L Group B19005 Douglas Machines BC41091 DPI Global A2936 Drake C40159 Dramm B31012

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A1233 B34067 B37061 C33151 B39062

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2024 IPPE Exhibitors Duram Rubber DuraPlas Durham Duplex Knives Dutch Poultry Tech. Dutrion North America

C32159 B39027 C26194 C19191 B1033

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ESE & Intec A1133 Eagan Mfg. B25033 Eagle Cert. Group B34063 Eagle Product Insp. C46137 East Iowa Plastics B9011 Easy Automation A433 EBM Mfg. A1917 ebm-papst B42012 Eco Nutrition A1846 Ecobeton B35067 Ecodrum Composter B12005 Ecolab BC40086 Ecopharm Hellas A2951 Ecowize BC42087 Ecto B24000 eFeedLink A1167 EFI USA B31057 Egg Industry B33033 Egg Industry Center B23001 Elanco Animal Health B23033 Elcat Food Tech. B48042 Electron Robotics B52032 Electro-Sensors A1143 Electrostatic Spray. Sys. B37040 Elite Spice C33172 Emery Winslow Scale C25147 Emitted Energy B49033 Empire Ag A340 EmTech Hatchery B10049 EMZ Industries B35070 EncapSulite C19146 Energport B31053 Energy Panel Structures B43028 Engormix A1747 EnSight Solutions C28151 Enzyme Innovation A1451 Eppen Biotech A3023 Epstein C19197 Equifrigos C16183 Essmueller A2733 Euroduna Rohstoffe A2102 Eurofins C25155 Eurotech B32041 EuroTier 2024 B6040 Eurus Agritech B41014 Evapco Select C26135 Evonik A1533 EXAFAN B35025 Expanite B28026 Express Scale A536

FACCO Factbird Falk Panel FAMSUN

B25051 B51052 B34011 A2417

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FANUC America B43061 Farm Weigh Sys. B34029 Farmabase A807 Fayette Ind. Service C17183 Feed & Grain B33033 Feed Comp. Machinery A3112 Feed Products & Service A1901 Feed Strategy B33033 feed&food A966 Feedstuffs A1512 Ferraz Maquinas A327 FFP B39057 Fienhage Int’l. B23015 Five Star Conveyors A1165 Flame Engineering B13017 Flexahopper Plastics BC40091 Flexco C16141 FlexXray B36055 Flottweg Sep. Tech. A1751 Flowcrete C37195 Fluence B49065 Flying Dutchman A1518 FNF Ingredients A841 FOAMit B41049 Food Engineering C28175 Food Export-Midwest A504 Food Plant Eng. BC42099 Food Process Sys. C26175 Food Processing B43044 FoodClean B52058 Foodmate C16159 FoodSafe Drains B38047 POULTRY TIMES

FoodTech Design Group B46058 Fordtek Biochemical A1054 Formaflo B45060 Format Solutions A344 Former Associates C42125 Fortress Technology C19139 Foshan Leader Bio-Tech A1808 Foss C28143 Foss A2933 FoxJet BC38107 FPEC C43125 FPS C19131 FRC C28142 Frick Ind. Refrig. B51035 Friesen’s B49073 Frigortec A3043 Frontmatec C39146 Frost Links C33143 FSNS B34059 Fulton Thermal C17139 Fusion Cooling B25063

G Tech USA Galactic Galdi Gartech Equip. Gasolec America GDM GEA Geelen Counterflow 88

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B45065 B42031 B16052 B21000 B18041 B40071 C35125 A529

Geneham Pharma. A1848 General Refrigeration C18134 Genesis Midwest A2856 Geohellas A501 Georg Fisher Piping B48049 Georgia Poultry Eqpt. B1019 Ga. Research Alliance B28007 Georgii Kobold C28196 Gessulli Agrimidia B10052 Gigola & Riccardi B21041 Giordano Poultry-Plast B15042 Gi-OVO B15042 Glass-Pac B30011 Gleeson Construct. C32173 Global Poultry Source B6048 Global Sensors B30027 GMMI B32041 Goff’s Enterprises B36067 Goins Plastic Source B42069 Gold Peg C35137 Graco BC45103 Gracon B43026 Grain Journal A1713 Grasselli-SSI C16149 GrassWorx B36015 Gray C25126 Gray Solutions C25126 Great Lakes Fastening B27005 Green Cross Vet A2758 Green Island Pkg. C27195 Greene Galv. Stairs A1224 Greener Day Sol. B42065

2024 IPPE Exhibitors Greenline GreenLink Grundfos Grupo Rosmar GTRI Guangzhou Cohoo Guangzhou Wisdom Guardian Bandsaw Guizhou Chanhen

C42148 B35017 C44175 B44061 C18155 A2922 A521 C17195 A547

H&N North America B31011 H.C. Davis Sons A229 H2Flow Eqpt. C45174 Haarslev C25167 Habasit B39063 Habio A2739 Halperin B19014 Halverson A2721 Handtmann C37137 Hangzhou East Bio. A1155 Hangzhou Fengmu A411 Hangzhou Hengyi A1212 Hangzhou Topservice A1057 Hansen-Rice C17142 Hantover C45151 Harpak-Ulma BC40109 Hartmann B16035 Harvest Fuel A618

Haskell Hatchery Planning Hatching Time HatchTech Hatchtrack Hato Ag. Lighting Hawkins Hawkins

B50051 B4033 B31041 B6041 B16033 B24001 B5019 B42049

Hayes & Stolz Headworks Healthy Husbandry Heat and Control HeatStarAG Hebei Shuntian Bio. Heinen USA Hellmann

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A2727 B38051 A2744 C40125 B18015 A1516 C25194 B29017

HEMI Sys. B51039 Henan Pales B5051 Hendrix Genetics B28025 Henke-Sass B13011 Henning Companies B15016 Hensley Feed Trailers A2919 Herc Rentals B25002 Here & There B32041 Heron Innovators BC41087 HGHY Pulp A2101 Hiab USA B25025 Higex B38073 High Tek USA B41057 Hillhouse Ind. & Marine A409 Hinds-Bock C40159 Hitachi Ind. Eqpt. BC38107 Hixson Architects B39050 HMPS Vertical C35137 Hogenson Const. A1153 Hollymatic C42125 Hontech-Wins B24005 Hope Ind. Sys. B46062 Horwath Biotech A2501 Hotraco Agri B27009 Howe C35194 Hubbard B6025 Huike Botanicals A563 Humane-Aire C39150 Hunan Debon A455

Hunan Nuoz Bio Hurst Boiler & Weld. Huvepharma Hygieia Labs Hy-Line Int’l.

A964 A2811 A1545 B10014 B23025

IA Bulk Material A3047 IAS Analytics A1161 ICC Brazil A807 iCHASE B35019 IDEXX B13057 IDS C28194 IDvet B31010 IFEC C18127 iFEEDER A209 IFF A1513 Igusol Advance A844 ILIVINGUSA B37047 Ill. Dept. of Ag. A1226 IMPEX Gainesville B24019 Impextraco A1443 Inata Produtos Bio. A607 Inberg B28017 Inbrasel Bras Maq B40071 Incubation Sys. B15023 INCUBEL B4052 Indian Herbs/Nuproxa A665 Indical Bioscience B35045 INDIV B13033 Indue Sales B38062 Indumetavi B49069 Industrial Test Sys. B40032 Industrias Vepinsa A2717 Infor B50068

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C25126 B50069 B32052 C44179 A861 B32041 B42023 B4007

Innovative Pltry. Prod. Inspirco Packaging Insta-Pro Intech Intelia InterHeat International Nutrition International Paper

B34037 A2939 A1033 B24025 B29011 B35037 A1923 C37159

Interstates Intervention Intralox Intralytix IPWA / US-RSPE iRely ISA ISKY Chemicals

A1536 B35029 C19145 B36051 B4038 A253 B36043 A2709

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2024 IPPE Exhibitors Isotherm B51073 ITA Int’l. BC43113 ITEC Frontmatec C39146 ITG C40181

J&D Mfg. B21047 J. Rettenmaier A1162 J.B. Hunt B5005 J.W. Winco A2701 Jacobs Global A1929 Jamesway B10033 Jarvis Products C31159 JAX BC42119 JBT C22143 Jefo A2247 JEM Int’l. A2930 JESCO B4044 JH Biotech A323 Jiangsu Fast Intel. A1915 Jiaxing Zhongpu A2737 JIE USA B35055 JIMCO UV-C C35137 Jinan Bestzyme Bio. A2508 Jinan Tiantianxiang A1816 JK Lighting Korea B33027 JLS Automation C39159 Josef Pulsfort C26127 Juniper Systems B36071

KAHPA A2759 Kansas State Univ. A351 KANTEC C42137 Karl Schnell C42187 Kassa Injectors B46044 Kee-Pak C39179 Keith Mfg. C28185 Kemco Systems C28134 Kemin C26155 Kemin A1825 Kent Nutrition A1063 Kerres USA B45044 Kerry A2141 Kersia BC41097 Kerunde Machinery A1709 Key Technology C19167 Keyence B40049 Key-Log C40159 Keysource Sol. B28012 KHI B36011 Kice Ind. A404 King Lee Tech. B51055 King Steel Fasteners B35064 Kirns Chemical A1166 Klever Equipped C19194 Klippenstein BC38107 Knecht B50033 Kohshin Eng. B6032 Komipharm A2761 K-PACK B50065 KPM Analytics C21175 Krofta Tech. B37070

KSE Process KT Pacer KTG North America Kuhl Kutlusan

A1353 A2433 A2545 B28033 B5025

LSU Lubing Systems Lumis Enzymes LVI Litter Lyco Mfg. Lynx Labeling

L. B. White B34033 Laboratorios Drogavet A1056 Lactalis Feed B33049 Lacto B32041 Laidig Sys. A1417 Laitram Machinery C18132 Lallemand A2511 Lambton Conveyor A2109 Landen Strapping B45033 Lantech B45051 Lapeyre Stair B37060 Lapoint Packaging B49036 Layn Natural Ingred. A3036 LED in Action C16197 Ledwell A1933 lei Tray/ILPRA C45176 Lentus B43033 Lew Thompson & Son B35004 Liaoning Biochem A1105 Lifecome Bio. A3017 LifeSpice Ingredients BC44099 LIFTVRAC B49049 LIMA C43125 Limble B51037 Linde C37186 Lintech Int’l. A2818 Linyi Plastic B25001 Liquid Systems A1256 Lizotte Machine BC40101 Lohmann Breeders B19051 Lone Star Ent. A2559 Longyan Shenghe A1147 Louisville Dryer A2200 POULTRY TIMES

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B15053 B32055 A1051 B36032 C39137 BC44103

M&M Carnot Mabre Magnaform MAI Animal Health MAP La Revista

B51033 B19040 B51045 B33029 B6038

2024 IPPE Exhibitors Marel C22159 MARELEC C19169 Marketplace Chaplains B34071 Marlen C19159 MarQ Packaging B26053 Matador Ind. A612 Mather Process Sol. C14127 Matiss B44079 Matricir A410 Matrix Ind. Control B40056 Maurer-Atmos C40159 MaxiMizer Sys. C42149 MAXIMUS B30052 MBW A3116 McCormick A1164 MEAP A2700 Meat Institute BC37119 Meat+Poultry C26154 Meatingplace C22138 Median Diagnostics A2862 Meitech C17143 Meltric B37062 Menart B33049 Mennekes Electrical C17133 Merck Animal Health B7045 Mesmec C35137 Messer C21159 Metalteco A2850 Metro Exporters A1501 Mettler-Toledo C25159 Meyhen Int’l. C32159 Meyn America C26159 MHM Automation C35137 Micro Tracers A1413 MicroTally B38063 Middleby C40159 Midwest Fab C18128 Midwest Laboratories A245 Midwest Machine B39077 Midwest Metalcraft BC43098 Mighty Lube BC44097 Millard Food Process C45175 Milling and Grain A1801 Mimasa USA C45159 Mineral Associates A1447 Minsun Bio-lighting B37012 Miss. State Univ. B15056 Mixtron B5015 Moba B23043 Mobile Fleet B28010 MoistTech A1055 Mole Master Services A2837 Molex C29194 Molinos Azteca A2743 Monitrol/Varifan B5009 Monoflo B9041 Morillon A405 Morris C29147 Mosaic Feed A350 Motion B33013 MP Eqpt. C40159 MPI B46080 MPSC B51075

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M-Tech Multi-Skill Train. Multivac Munters Murzan

B26033 C18133 C37125 B30033 C27155

NeoSpectra A660 NestBorn B4052 NewDrop B38057 Nexus Test C14184 NIA Filters C26123 Nidec Motor B26000 Nijhuis Saur C25143 Niverplast BC45097 Noor Enzymes A662 Norbec B50064 Nord Drives BC40087 Norel A2103 Nor-Feed B32041 Norris Thermal A1836 NA Renderers Assn. A219 N.C. State Univ. B16048 Nothum C31169

Nabel B33041 Nalco Water BC40086 Nanchang Lifeng A342 Nanolike B35012 Nantong Wolfking B51065 National FFA B34055 Nat-Phen Nutrition B34049 Nectra B5001 Neogen B37051 POULTRY TIMES

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Nova-Tech Novibio Novipax Novogen Novus Int’l. Nowicki NPX One Nu-Meat Tech. Nurture Tech. Nutec Mfg. NuTech Biosciences Nutraferma Nutrex Nutrien Nyle Dehyd.

B18019 A1900 B45064 B5039 A1833 C25132 B36016 C45181 A1729 C42125 A3150 A3115 A1743 A1449 B50049

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O&T Farms OceanFeed OCP OctoFrost Octopus Ace Oestergaard Olba Old Bridge Minerals Olea Contracting Oligo Basics Olmix Omni Apparel Omnisharp Omori Once One Motion Optum Immunity Orka Food Tech. ORVIA Ossid Ottevanger Milling Overdrive Lighting Ovotherm Int’l. Ovotrack OVO-Vision

A1909 A447 A460 C26193 B49057 A313 B23060 A2852 B49068 A451 A1903 C37178 C46149 B48065 B36021 B42059 B6056 B23018 B33049 C31129 A2151 B31026 B9043 B16033 B21050

P&P Optica BC45087 PAACO B2041 Packaging Spec. B40075 Pacmac B40075 Pacproinc C40159 Pactiv Evergreen B21033 Pak-Tec BC38107 Parker Freeze Dry B48061 Parker Hannifin B49066 Parkson B42060 Parnaplast B40071 Patent Co. B25043 PathogenFocus B43020 Pathway Inter. A1851 Patty Paper C26197 Perstorp A607 Petersime B4045 Petfood Industry B33033 Petfu A403 Pharmavet B4003 Pharmax A3037 Phenix Eng. B45052 Phibro Animal Health A2533 Phileo A907 Phoenix Innovations BC43087 Phosphea A413 Phytobiotics A2211 Phytosynthese B32041 Pieco C28150 Pixon B23062 Plafilm Plastic B46068 Planar Motor C17131 Planet Bioscience A2808 Plasson B10019 Plaszom Zomer B40071

Platinum A1845 Plexpack B49064 Plumatech C26146 PlusVet A3051 Plymold B44063 PMI A2427 Pneumat A426 POBCO . B43033 Poly-clip Sys. C43151 PolyConversions BC42101 Polygon C46133 Polymer Components B39035 PolySto BC40097 Portaluppi Rubber C27196 POSS Design C35179 Potters Poultry B10008 Poultry Diagnostic B15061 Pltry. Pro. & Fat Council A312 Poultry Res. Ctr. USDA B15057 Poultry Science Assn. A1822 Poultry Times B27029 Poultry World B13005 POWER Engineers C44181 PreciPak USA C43141 Precision Lighting Sys. B10005 Premier Factory Safety A459 Premier Tech C42141 Press Tech. B6054 PrevTech Innovations B23000 Prime Engineering C17197 Primedge C45159 Prince Industries C21169 Prism Controls B39004 POULTRY TIMES

Pro Tech B18027 Pro Water Parts B2033 Probiotech A2710 Process & Storage A2723 Proex Food B50034 Profile Animal Health A2702 ProFood World C18130 Promarksvac B43068 Prosur B49051 Protekta A1260 Proteon Pharma. B18045 Provisur C25183 Proxaut C40159 Proxy-Clean B40021 Prudential Overall C18126 PSC C33173 PSSI C26183 PulseForge B52038 Pulsotronic C35137

QA Supplies B33031 QC Supply B35029 Qingdao Detianyuan B5000 Qingdao GBW A1204 Qingdao Kenon A803 Qingdao Royal A1707 Qingdao Runfor B40015 Qingdao Super B26061 Qingdao Xingyi B4008 QMS International C27150 QSI C40181 QST Natural Smoke B50050 93

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QTI QualiTech Quickdraft QuickFreeze QuikWater Qvortex Qvest

A2117 A1247 C33175 BC43096 BC43100 C37196

R.A Jones C25122 R2 Agro A961 Rafitec Propex B35021 Ralco A1953 RapidPak C40159 Rathi Feeds India A664 Razor Edge Sys. B45047 Red Alimentaria B46046 Reeves Supply B34033 Refrig. & Frozen Foods C28175 RefrigiWear B38067 Regal Rexnord BC39119 Reid Engineering B28028 Reiser C35159 Reliant Gases C39194 Remcon Plastics C26153 Rensin Chemicals A445 Repete A1520 Respeggt Group B6051 Rice Lake Weighing B40019 Risco B50073 Rivansh A325 Riverdale Mills B12013 Riveto A319 RMF BC38087

2024 IPPE Exhibitors RMF Freezers BC38087 RMS Roller- Grinder A333 RNC-CO A2926 Robatech B49067 Robopac BC38107 Rockwell Automation B28045 Rollstock C42125 Rome Grinding C28135 Roser Food Eqpt. C16187 Ross B7033 Ross Industries C32179 Rostech Electronics B42061 ROTA Technologies B33041 Rotem B7019 Roxell USA B6017 Royal Pas Reform B19033 Ruan B26002 Rulmeca B45071

Saeplast Americas Safari Belting Safe Foods Safeeds SafeGrain Safety Rail SafetyChain Software SAIREM SALMIX Salvi Chemical SAM Nutrition Sanfer Salud Animal Sangati Berga Sani-Matic Sanitary Solutions Sanming Fengrun Sanovo Technology Saviolife Scan American Scanico Scansteel Foodtech Schlagel Schmalz Scott Automation Scott Equipment Screw Conveyor Sealed Air SECAMAQ Seedburo

B42077 C39171 C26183 A607 A1000 B38060 B39054 B38041 A607 A2757 A3142 A627 A404 B40046 B46078 A1046 B16033 A2751 C35137 C40159 C35137 A2108 B42056 B43053 A1429 A1828 C31141 B38077 A1129

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A823 C26195 B13008 B42045 B48073 B39053 A801 A2836 A2116 A1546 A2746 A2114 A1101 A1702 A1065 A1156 B41013 C16145

ShowCo Sicbatch Sichuan Sinyiml Siltec USA Silvateam SIME-TEK Simmons Engineering Sinochem Yunlong SIPCO IMAK Sistemas Agro. SKA Skillwork Skiold Landmeco SKOV A/S Skystone Feed SLIPNOT Smith Corona Labels Smithway Solve SOMVITAL Sonoco Sonoma Pharma. Southwestern Sales Soybean Meal Info Space-Ray Sparks Belting

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Spartan Chemical Specialty Industries Specialty Polyfilms Specialty Rescue & Fire Specialty Silo Services Speco Square Technology Stainless Motors Stalam RF Tempering StanTech Packaging Star Labs Starfrost Freezing Starview Packaging Staubli Robotics Steen Stellar Stenner Pump Stenner Pump Sterilex Sterling Electric Sterling Refrigeration Sterling Systems Stober Drives Stone Enterprises StoneX Stonhard STORCAN Sudenga Ind. SugarCRM Sukup Mfg. Summit Summitville Tiles Sunbelt Rentals Sunson Ind. Group Suntaq Int’l. Superior Radiant Sweet Mfg. Syfrett Feed

B12011 A432 B45059 B39068 A247 C28159 B49035 C17127 C35137 B46057 A628 C35137 B48050 C16127 C18143 C26150 C33174 B31028 B40048 C37181 C33135 A913 C39171 B40057 A923 B46076 C28127 A2133 B4002 A2843 B21005 B36056 C18147 A1109 A544 B7019 A2820 A642

Taian Havay A2711 Tangshan Finely A614 Tanin Sevnica A1753 Tapco A2817 Targan B9047 Tavil B46069 Tavsan B41023 Taylor Power Sys. B30019 TC Transcontinental B46063 tec5USA A401 Technipes BC45101 Tecno B33020 TECSAL C42169 Tefen Flow B7019 Tekni-Plex B32033 Tekpro C32193 Telco Sensors B37005 Tetra Americana B26027 Tex Biosciences A1721 Texas A&M Univ. B14053 TG Water B42029 ThaMa-Vet B21051 The National Provisioner C28175

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2024 IPPE Exhibitors The Schlueter Co. B34009 Thermal Seal B50032 Thomas Precision C45137 Thomas Pump C42149 Thurne USA C40159 Tianbao A1814 Tietjen Verfahrenstechnik A2827 TIG Brush B25062 Tilley Distribution B46070 Timken B42041 Tingley B36063 Tippmann B40065 Titan Injection C37185 Todd & Sargent A1433 Tomahawk Mfg. B44073 Tomahawk-DCM B44073 Tom-Cin Metals A1802 Tongda Enterprises A947 Tonon USA B46060 Top Syringe B21002 TopKip BV C17144 ToxStrategies A215 TPI Polytechnics B24014 Trans Globe A1532 Transtecno B4021 TREIF USA C22159 Triangle Package C25175 Triple Crown Products BC42097 Triton Int’l. C46129 Trophe Ingredients B35049 Trouw Nutrition A823 Tru Hone C35172 TSS EggQuality.com B34028 Tufco Flooring C33159

Vaughan BC45096 Vaxxinova B18033 VC999 Packaging C19185 VDG Van der Graaf B40033 VDL Jansen B26013 Veit Electronics B34017 Velec Sys. C45167 Vemac C40159 Vencomatic B23005 Vencomatic NA B23005 Veos Group B32041 Verdesian A901 Vestis B52072 Vetagro A1503 Vetalis B33049 Vetec Anlagenbau C35137 VICAM B12015 Vigen Construction A1248 Vinayak Ingredients A2500 Vincent B5037 Vincit C40181 Virtalis USA C33151 Viscon Hatchery B5045 Vitafor Belgium A1252 Vitech Bio A2913 Voigt-Abernathy C28138 Volk Enterprises B28011 Vostermans Vent. B30044 V-RAM Pumps B39078 VTR Biotech A2750 W.A. Westgate W.P. Law Walinga

WAM USA Wangen America Warrior Mfg. Waterfield Labor Watson-Marlow Watt Global Media WATT Poultry Int’l. WATT PoultryUSA Wayland Industries Weber Weber Scientific Weeden Sprinkler WEG WeighTech Weitz Welding GmbH Wells Lamont Weltech Int’l. Wesco Distribution Wexler Packaging Wilevco Winovazyme WIPOTEC Wire Belt WISHH WL Port-Land Wolff Industries Woodruff & Howe Woogene B&G WorkForge World Grain World Mfg. World Water Works Worximity Tech. WOW Logistics

B31030 C45178 A2217

U.S. Pltry. & Egg Assn. B35005 U.S. Soybean Exp. A1817 UltraSource C42177 Unitas Software B18051 United Animal Health A1003 United Egg Producers B19025 United Promotions B18009 United Rentals B43045 Un. Sorghum Checkoff A1350 University of Arkansas B15049 University of Georgia B15052 University of N. Georgia B14057 Uniwin Chemical A517 Urner Barry B42020 Urschel Labs C28179 USAPEEC B19052 USDA AMS Livestock B39051 USDA AMS Packers B39047 USDA NASS B39049 Uzelac Ind. B35006

VAA A1737 Vac-Air Ind. B46048 VAL-CO B15033 Valco Melton BC38107 Valgroup C44183 VanAire B48033 POULTRY TIMES

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WPSA/FACTA WTECH WTI Wuhan Sunhy

XAVIS Xgenex Xiamen Goodhealth Xiaoteng Ind. XJ Bio-Engineering

Ya Suh Dar Yale Lift Truck Yamasa Eqpt. Yara Animal Nutrition YBN Pharma. Younglove

B35076 B38075 C25153 A555

B37056 C15143 A1254 A311 A3037 B23040 B36044 B26047 A454 A513 A1421

Zee C40181 Zenith Container A1913 Zhejiang Medicine A1113 Zheng Chang A310 Zhongyu Electrical A900 Zhucheng Xinxudong C32196 Ziggity Systems B4025 Zima Kusters Water A867 Zinpro A933 Zoeller BC38093 Zoetis A1521 Zoeuticals A1723 Zucami USA B25013

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Compiled by David B. Strickland, Editor 770-718-3442 dstrickland@poultrytimes.com

Majority (whole body) Eastern Region: New York: Central Region: Chicago: Western Region: Los Angeles:

N ational Broiler Market: (Dec. 6): Whole broiler/fryer prices were trending steady for all sizes.

Supplies were moderate for current needs. Demand into all channels remained light. Processing schedules were normal. Floor stocks were sufficient. Market activity was slow to moderate. In the parts structure, prices were steady to weak for dark meat items and wings, steady on the balance of parts. Supplies ranged moderate to heavy, with larger size boneless/ skinless breasts slow to clear. Demand was light for all parts. Market activity was slow. In production areas, live supplies were moderate. Weights were mixed, but mostly desirable, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service reports.

$1.25.29 $1.25.83

Dec. 2 85¢--$1.74 $1.19--$1.55 92¢--$1.52 92¢--$1.39 $1.00--$1.70 $1.00--$1.53

Negotiated prices in trucklot and less-than-trucklot quantities of ready-to-cook whole body broiler/fryers delivere d to first receivers; prices in cents per pound

Egg Markets

Retail chicken report (Dec. 2): Bagged fryers rose slightly in price and volume. Cornish and roasters took a break. B/S breast returned in force; prices were higher. Split breast volumes were up but prices didn’t follow suit, regular packs were the best option. Leg quarters, drums and thighs feeling a price increase was warranted. IQF parts pushed on B/S breast. The deli offered finger foods for this week after the kitchen cools off at home after the Thanksgiving holiday. Specialty items stepped up after the holiday, but organics waited for first-of-the-month money. Retailers settled into a near normal plan of attack for consumer dollars. Seasonal items took a back seat and awaited the last big push for the year.

USDA quotations New York cartoned del. store-door: Nov. 8 Dec. 6 Extra large, up 84¢ $3.73--$3.77 $4.57--$4.61 Large, up 84¢ $3.71--$3.75 $4.55--$4.59 Medium, up 16¢ $3.29--$3.33 $3.45--$3.49 Southeast Regional del. warehouse: Nov. 8 Dec. 6 Extra large, up 86½¢ $3.48½--$3.69 $4.35--$4.53 Large, up 86½¢ $3.44½--$3.67 $4.31--$4.51 Medium, no change $3.19½--$3.27 $3.19½--$3.27

N ational Broiler/Fryer Slaughter: Broiler: Estimated slaughter for week ending Dec. 3 was 165,019,000.

Actual slaughter for the week ending Nov. 26 was 123,635,000. Heavy-type hen: Estimated slaughter for the week ending Dec. 3 was 1,667,000. Actual slaughter for the week ending Nov. 26 was 919,000. Light-type hen: Estimated slaughter for the week ending Dec. 3 was 791,000. Actual slaughter for the week ending Nov. 26 was 373,000. Total: Dec. 3: 167,477,000; Nov. 26: 124,927,000. The estimated number of broler/fryers available for the week ending Dec. 3 was 168.1 million compared to 125.7 million for the same week last year.

Turkey Markets Weighted avg. prices for frozen whole young turkeys Weighted average (cents/lb.) F.O.B. shipper dock National

Grain Prices

Week ending Dec. 2 (range) Hens (8-16 lbs.) Toms (16-24 lbs.)

OHIO COUNTRY ELEV. Oct. 25 Nov. 9 Dec. 6 No. 2 Yellow Corn/bu. $6.67 $6.71 $6.49 Soybeans/bu. $13.40 $14.10 $14.17 (Courtesy: Central Ohio Farmers Co-op, Marion, Ohio)

174-174 181-181

(weighted avg.) 174.00 181.00

Week ending Nov. 25 (weighted avg.) Hens (8-16 lbs.) 181.00 Toms (16-24 lbs.) 181.00

(Change) -7.00 0.00

Broiler Eggs Set/Chicks Placed in 19 States

EGGS SET (Thousands)

CHICKS PLACED (Thousands)

Oct. 29

Nov. 5

Nov. 12

Nov. 19

Nov. 26

Oct. 29

Nov. 5

Nov. 12

Nov. 19

Nov. 26

Del Fla Ga Ky La Md Miss Mo. N.C. Okla Pa S.C. Tex Va Other states

33,710 23,885 13,140 4,939 1,225 33,962 6,917 3,396 7,869 15,705 8,573 23,690 7,088 6,374 5,427 19,433 6,538 13,131

33,396 24,152 12,997 5,180 1,225 34,157 6,407 3,516 8,004 15,860 9,033 23,717 7,375 6,893 5,641 16,927 6,050 12,835

34,242 24,698 13,041 5,148 1,225 35,515 6,131 3,214 8,005 15,660 9,926 23,831 7,336 6,937 5,770 18,231 6,451 12,843

34,126 24,401 13,092 5,123 1,225 35,923 6,285 3,516 8,002 16,659 9,905 25,359 7,732 6,879 5,980 18,217 4,667 12,824

33,552 24,346 13,050 5,215 1,225 35,628 6,043 3,516 8,005 16,344 9,954 24,926 7,279 6,870 5,907 17,586 5,128 12,866

25,103 20,698 11,401 4,702 1,329 26,858 5,600 2,676 4,998 12,864 7,329 18,077 3,871 4,694 4,485 14,207 6,133 9,328

23,349 20,962 11,482 5,308 1,342 26,946 5,102 2,786 4,792 13,159 6,981 19,311 4,639 4,724 5,312 14,911 6,336 9,424

24,221 20,581 11,378 5,185 1,328 26,744 5,176 3,002 4,892 13,493 6,217 19,577 4,739 4,701 4,935 14,148 6,142 9,276

24,250 20,596 10,785 4,684 1,329 26,160 5,429 2,953 5,452 13,202 5,602 19,267 4,403 4,383 4,162 15,308 5,919 9,706

23,949 20,954 10,864 4,793 1,332 25,439 5,373 2,862 6,519 13,444 5,295 19,093 4,757 4,760 4,109 13,483 5,013 9,679

U.S. Total

235,002

233,365

238,204

239,915

237,440

184,353

186,866

185,735

183,590

181,718

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