SEP 23-25 — NUTRITION CONFERENCE, Rogers Convention Center, Rogers, Ark. Contact:The Poultry Federation, 321 South Victory Street, Little Rock, Ark. 72201; Ph: 501-375-8131; info@thepoultryfederation.com; www.thepoultryfederation.com.
SEP 29 — DCA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT, GlenRiddle Golf Club, Berlin, Md. Contact: Delmarva Chicken Association, 16686 County Seat Hwy., Georgetown, Del. 19947-4881; Ph: 302-222-4069; E-mail: porter@dcachicken.com; www.dcachicken.com.
SEP 29-OCT 1 — 60th NATIONAL MEETING ON POULTRY HEALTH, PROCESSING, AND LIVE PRODUCTION, Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City, Md. Contact: Delmarva Chicken Association, 16686 County Seat Hwy., Georgetown, Del. 19947-4881; Ph: 302-222-4069; E-mail: porter@dcachicken.com; www.dcachicken.com.
“With an ever-increasing world population that is demanding more dietary protein, the poultry and egg industry is destined to grow. While this growth may increase the production of litter and the pressures associated with managing it effectively ….
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Poultry and agriculture industries voice support for MAHA initiatives
DAVID B. STRICKLAND POULTRY TIMES EDITOR DSTRICKLAND@POULTRYTIMES.COM
WASHINGTON — The “Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy” released on Sept. 9 announces health plans for America’s children addressing such topics as chronic disease, through more than 120 initiatives.
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission is chaired by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. health and human services secretary.
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“This strategy represents the most sweeping reform agenda in modern history — realigning our food and health systems, driving education, and unleashing science to protect America’s children and families,” Kennedy said in the announcement. “We are ending the corporate capture of public health, restoring transparency, and putting gold-standard science — not special interests — at the center of every decision.”
Among the focus areas of this strategy include science and research, regulation and certification reforms, public education and awareness, as well as collaborations with the private sector. The commission adds that among its mission is to find the “root causes” of the nation’s health crisis. In the White House’s MAHA announcement, the four drivers noted for chronic childhood disease, include: poor diet, lack of physical activity, chemical exposure, and the overprescribing of medicines.
“For too long health care has used a reactive approach to chronic diseases,” Dr. Marty Makary, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, commissioner said. “I am pleased to support the findings of the MAHA Commission to promote a more proactive approach, tackling root causes undermining the health and happiness of American children.”
“The MAHA Report provides a blueprint for the entire government to focus on solving the chronic disease crisis facing American children,” Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, National Institutes of Health, director said in the announcement. “We must make America healthy again so our children live longer and healthier lives than we will.”
Agriculture plans
Not only governmental officials, but U.S. agricultural industry representatives have been voicing support for the MAHA strategy and note a dedication to work in partnership to achieve the set goals of continuing to supply healthy meat and produce.
“America’s farmers and ranchers are at the heart of the solution — alongside doctors, parents, and communities — to fight chronic disease and protect future generations,” Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. agriculture secretary, said, in the announcement. She added that among the commitments that the agriculture department is seeking to gain is the voluntary removal of artificial food dyes from some major brands, assisting growers to improve soil health with includes the introduction of a regenerative farming pilot program, as well as assisting states with restricting “junk food and soda” from the SNAP program.
“Together with our partners at HHS and EPA, we are charting a new course, strengthening the health of our families, and ensuring the United States leads the world with the safest, strongest, and most abundant food supply,” Rollins added.
Poultry and meat industries
The nation’s poultry and meat industries are expressing their intent to work in collaboration with the new MAHA initiatives.
The National Chicken Council, “supports the White House’s goals to address childhood health and nutrition, and we stand ready to work with HHS and USDA to accomplish them,” Tom Super, NCC senior vice president of public affairs, said. “Combined with its nutritional value, positive health benefits, popularity, versatility and affordability, chicken is poised to be a key contributor in Making America Healthy Again and a key source of protein in the upcoming Dietary Guidelines.”
“We look forward to partnering with the Trump administration to keep nutrient dense, healthy, and affordable protein like chicken at the center of the plate,” Super added.
The National Turkey Federation touted the efforts of the governmental agencies and noted that the federation shares in their “commitment to supporting healthy, balanced diets that help American families thrive,” Leslee Oden, NTF president and CEO, said. “NTF com-
Lanier Technical College program offering AI training for poultry processing
LAUREN HUNTER & DAVID B. STRICKLAND POULTRY TIMES
DSTRICKLAND@POULTRYTIMES.COM
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Every industry is looking into how to incorporate artificial intelligence technology into existing business functions, and poultry processing is no exception.
Lanier Technical College in Gainesville, Ga., is reaping a tremendous opportunity through a state funded grant program where students are using AI and automation to simulate the functions of poultry and food processing.
Poultry Times recently visited the Lanier Tech campus to learn more about the Georgia AIM (AI Manufacturing) Grant, and how students are currently seeking to complete the school’s Automation Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC), and also how this technology can be used in several production sectors, specifically poultry processing.
“Thank goodness we’ve got this grant that’s allowed us to purchase equipment to teach our students,” Chad Faircloth, Lanier Tech’s Industrial Systems Technology & Mechatronics Technology Program director, said. “On the automation side, we’re trying to add AI in the visual systems that’s involved, and we’ll see, hopefully, in the poultry industry that it will make better production for their plants.”
With these vision systems, Faircloth noted that as it is applied to such tasks as cutting a chicken breast, it looks at the size of the cut, what is cut,
UGA professor incorporates AI into his curriculum
GIANNA WILLCOX
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ATHENS, Ga. — Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly large part of the poultry industry, and one college professor is using it to prepare his students for the workforce. Andrew Benson, associate professor of poultry science at the University of Georgia, is using AI chatbots to give his students a more in-depth understanding of the poultry industry.
and if the cut was made well.
In looking at AI application, it checks size, and it also, “checks the weight, but as it’s taking pictures, if there is something involved or something in the chicken breast that is not wanted, it could obviously pick it out or reject it,” he said.
As this is a new program, with approximately 20 students starting out, the college is looking into what classes and training will be most beneficial to its students, as well as the poultry industry, Faircloth added. But with completion of the program, he believes that the job market is wide open for the students.
“I could place these students anywhere really, and not just in the poultry industry,” Faircloth said. “AI is coming along so quick in all our production industries that these students have jobs before they graduate. It teaches these students skills in all automation industries. It’s not just subject to one area.”
In addressing some of the tasks and future tasks that the students are learning, Faircloth added, “If you look at the TCC we have put together for them, they’re learning anything from basic electrical to intermediate electrical programming … to the AI side and automation. And that is where we want to see this industry go is the automated side to where they’re pushing a button and the program’s taking care of itself. But we’re trying to train these students to make sure that they can troubleshoot and fix the problems that’re going to arrive with these systems.”
Do the Lanier Tech students primarily work with computers, or is there direct work with ro-
bots and machinery?
“It’s a little bit of both,” Faircloth added. “I mean the first thing is getting the equipment set up, which is getting the robot set up completely. Once it’s set up and running it should be pretty much on its own, but as you know, there’s always going to be problems and that’s where they come in and they’re hands-on troubleshooting or programming and fixing it.”
Lanier Tech noted in an announcement about Georgia AIM that its program is focused on the application of AI automation that will simulate poultry and food processing in its “remote plant operations studios.”
“The college was very fortunate to be included in the Georgia AIM Grant, which has brought multiple benefits to the college and community,” Tim McDonald, Lanier Tech president, said in the announcement. “By integrating this new technology, the college has strengthened its partnerships with local food processors and manufacturers. It has also enhanced our collaborative relationships with our sister technical colleges and broadened the scope of training for our Mechatronics program.”
For a video presentation of Lanier Tech’s program in action, visit:
“The college was very fortunate to be included in the Georgia AIM Grant, which has brought multiple benefits to the college and community.”
Tim McDonald, Lanier Tech president
“In my class, traditionally, we talk about the industry and how it’s structured,” Benson said. “I always felt like I wasn’t giving them the true complexity of the poultry industry, and I think I was selling them short in terms of how it’s really shaped by several different stakeholders and some of them have competing priorities.”
To give his students these stakeholders’ viewpoints, Benson developed four different roleplaying chatbots with which they could interact. The personas include a contract broiler farmer, a CEO, an environmentalist and an animal welfare advocate.
Benson chose these stakeholders specifically because, to him, their “perspectives really drive and shape decisions in the poultry industry.”
Once the personas were created, the students began engaging with them.
Students were assigned a stakeholder role and then talked with the chatbot to learn that stakeholder’s point of view. Benson gave them a topic to discuss, and, after some time, the class came together as a group and compared what each stakeholder thought about the chosen topic.
“The first debate, so to speak, is about the vertical integration model,” Benson said. “So, what does the contract farmer see as an advantage of the vertical integration model? What do they see as disadvantages? How does the CEO see that? And what are the concerns and advantages for environmentalist and animal welfare?”
After initial comparisons, Benson paired students together to critique the advantages and disadvantages of each stakeholder. This way the students could get deeper into the mindset of the industry in a way that hadn’t been done before.
Benson initially started using generative AI in his class at the beginning of the spring 2024 semester. What started off as an exercise to give his students various stakeholder perspectives, quickly became a permanent fixture in his curriculum.
“I thought it would be just a standoff, but my first semester of using it, I kept bringing them back in. We would talk about different manage-
ment issues … a lot of, kind of, current issues,” Benson noted. “I wanted them to appreciate how other perspectives view these issues.”
“By appreciating other perspectives and having empathy for those perspectives, I think it … gives them a better position to formulate their own opinion,” Benson continued.
Preparing students for the future
Now that it’s been more than a year since Benson started using chatbots in his class, he wants his students to become more comfortable and confident using them.
“I don’t know where generative [AI] is going, but I want them to be responsible and authentic users of it,” Benson explained. “So, one thing I’m working on this semester is they themselves are going to build their own stakeholder bots. So, they’ll interview a contract farmer, CEO environmental group, animal welfare group.”
With this exercise, the students get more first-hand experience using generative AI.
Although the AI chatbots were originally brought in to prepare students for their futures in the poultry industry, they are also addressing issues graduates have when starting in the industry.
“We always want to make sure our graduates are fulfilling what we think we should be fulfilling, which is to become leaders and major
players in the industry,” Benson said. “Some of the feedback we get [is] it’s not a content issue; it’s more of critical thinking and soft skills.”
While students have a grasp on the basics of the poultry industry, they struggle with problem solving and decision making. But now with the help of AI, Benson can focus more of his class time on active learning activities that work on the “skills that the industry said they would like to see better developed in our graduates,” rather than just delivering content. AI has become such a hot button topic recently, but Benson makes his stance clear.
“It can work as a really good assistant in generating ideas or potentially troubleshooting, but … I hope we remain with a person in the driver’s seat,” Benson said. “That we work with it as a tool and not as a replacement. So, I want my students to know that tool, because I think that tool is going to be prevalent and knowing that tool will put them in a better position to be dynamic leaders.”
In the end, it all comes back to his primary reasoning for bringing AI into the classroom: to better prepare his students for a successful future in the poultry industry.
“It’s about giving this generation, who will be the next generation of poultry leaders, the necessary tools and knowledge to take on that role in this future that we all are uncertain about,” Benson noted.
Lauren Hunter Poultry Times
Students at Lanier Technical College in Gainesville, Ga., are learning to incorporate artificial intelligence into poultry processing applications through a new program made available by the Georgia AIM Grant.
Photo courtesy of UGA University of Georgia poultry science students are using artificial intelligence chatbots with different “personas” to assist in their classwork, and to fully understand the many different aspects involved with the poultry industry.
VIEWPOINT
Unlocking the true value of poultry litter through smart management
BY PAUL BREDWELL U.S. Poultry & Egg Association
TUCKER, Ga. — Although poultry litter management has its challenges, its value is real. The nitrogen, phosphorus and carbon contained in poultry litter are highly valuable organic fertilizers that can support other agricultural operations that often occur on poultry and egg farms, which can lessen or entirely remove the necessity of purchas-
ing energy-intensive synthetic fertilizers. For poultry farms that need a limited supply of fertilizer or none at all, poultry litter can provide an additional source of income for poultry and egg producers. This can additionally provide them with an opportunity to support transforming what would otherwise be a waste product into a valuable resource.
We know from experience, however, that despite its value, the proper management
cases, bar the amount of phosphorus that can be land-applied to crops and forage.
Additionally, the recent proposal by the State of Oklahoma would also make poultry companies responsible for long-term watershed restoration, be held liable for legacy phosphorus and be responsible for the removal and disposal of excess litter within the watershed.
The poultry companies contend that the proposed plan lacks regulatory backing and maintain that the existing permitting process provides effective oversight. That position has merit and if the State of Oklahoma feels its permitting process needs improvement, there is an established protocol for proposing and finalizing revisions to its regulations surrounding animal feeding operations.
In addition to the re-emergence of the Illinois River watershed issue, there have been multiple attempts, one being very recent, by environmental groups to push for the removal of the provision in the Clean Water Act to exempt stormwater runoff from normal farming operations from the requirement to obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Permit.
The takeaway from all this is how critical proper management of manure is.
Enhancement and Protection Program, you can do so at the following location: https://www.uspoultry.org/training/resources/
In addition, USPOULTRY collaborated with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop and produce the video, “Why EPA and the States Inspect Farms.” This video provides poultry and egg producers with information that demonstrates what poultry and egg farms can expect if their farms are inspected by the EPA. This video can be accessed by anyone visiting USPOULTRY’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@USPOULTRY.
What should also be continually recognized is the ongoing commitment demonstrated by poultry and egg producers to protect the environment. To make their allegiance to the environment known, USPOULTRY provides an annual award to family-operated farms around the country that recognize their effort to protect and enhance the environment.
dent producer or grower who is a member of a USPOULTRY integrator may self-nominate and each affiliated state poultry association may submit two nominees. Semi-finalists for each region receive an expense-paid trip to attend the International Production & Processing Expo and an award ceremony Jan. 27 and 28 in Atlanta, Ga. Winners for each region will receive a cash award of $1,000.
and end use of litter is a critical aspect of every operation.
Earlier this year, a federal judge in Oklahoma ruled that environmental conditions in the Illinois River watershed caused by runoff from poultry operations have not changed since the state of Oklahoma brought a lawsuit against a few poultry companies 20 years ago. This lawsuit and the judge’s long-awaited ruling have impelled the State of Oklahoma to propose a cap and, in some
This reality is not new and seeking to provide poultry and egg producers with a tool to assist them with thoughtfully evaluating their farm, the U.S.
Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) developed a two-module program titled “Poultry and Egg Producers Environmental Enhancement and Protection Program (E2P2).”
Module One is an initial facility assessment that addresses elements and mechanisms that can cause negative environmental impacts and discusses the preventative measures poultry and egg producers can take to remove impacts. Module One also includes a worksheet that will allow you to track your facilities’ initial evaluation and document issues that may influence or cause a potential environmental risk so they can be dealt with in an orderly fashion.
Module Two is a series of four videos that discuss the need, requirements and environmental benefit of actively implementing a nutrient management plan developed specifically for an individual poultry and egg farm.
Access to Modules One and Two of the Poultry and Egg Producers Environmental Enhancement and Protection Program is limited to USPOULTRY members. If you are a USPOULTRY member or produce eggs or poultry for a USPOULTRY integrator member and would like to order the Poultry and Egg Producers Environmental
USPOULTRY’s “Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award” evaluates applicants on numerous issues, including litter management protocols, regenerative soil practices, nutrient management planning, mortality management, conservational or wildlife enhancement programs and community involvement efforts that help promote environmental excellence.
The past winners of this award, which will celebrate its 22nd anniversary in 2026, are proof of poultry and egg producers’ commitment to responsibly managing manure. Awards are presented to family farms in five to six regions across the United States. Any USPOULTRY integrator or egg processor may submit two family farms for each processing facility in each state supporting their operations. Additionally, an indepen-
The deadline for submitting applications for the 2026 Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award is Oct. 24, 2025. Companies or individuals wanting to recognize the notable efforts demonstrated by these family farmers can find an application for the 2026 award at https://www.uspoultry.org/ programs/environment/ffee-award/. With an ever-increasing world population that is demanding more dietary protein, the poultry and egg industry is destined to grow. While this growth may increase the production of litter and the pressures associated with managing it effectively, I am fully certain poultry and egg producers will continue to be responsible and conscientious, even if that means implementing additional existing or new technology to prohibit nutrients from negatively impacting the environment.
With an ever-increasing world population that is demanding more dietary protein, the poultry and egg industry is destined to grow. While this growth may increase the production of litter and the pressures associated with managing it effectively, I am fully certain poultry and egg producers will continue to be responsible and conscientious …
POULTRY TIMES
Paul Bredwell is executive vice president of regulatory programs with the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association based in Tucker, Ga. He can be reached by email at pbredwell@ uspoultry.org.
SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods Inc. recently announced the selection of Devin Cole as the new chief operating officer (COO). In this position, Cole will supervise the company’s business segments, including Poultry, Beef, Pork, Prepared Foods and International. Cole has more than 30 years of experience in the industry, and, most recently, served as the group president of Poultry and International. In that role, he delivered the company’s third consecutive quarter of volume growth in poultry and improved profitability to Tyson’s international business by driving efficiencies and cost controls.
His appointment to COO reflects Tyson Foods’ commitment to strong succession planning and operational excellence, the company noted.
“We have strong momentum as we head into our new fiscal year, and we remain committed to executing our long-term strategy and operating the company guided by our culture and core values,” Donnie King, Tyson Foods president and CEO, said in a company statement. “I am confident that under Devin’s
leadership our business will continue to thrive,”
Brady Stewart, the company’s former COO, departed the company immediately after it was determined that he violated Tyson’s Code of Conduct, the company also announced. Tyson Foods added that it will be sharing further leadership updates this month as part of its planning processes.
Tyson plans to stop using high fructose corn syrup in branded products
moved are U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved and safe to use.
“We continuously review and assess our product portfolio to ensure the highest quality products that meet the needs of consumers,”
Donnie King, Tyson Foods president and CEO, said. “Our decision to remove High Fructose Corn Syrup and other ingredients reflects our ongoing commitment to feeding the world like family, while preserving the taste, value and integrity that define our iconic brands.”
SPRINGDALE,Ark. — Tyson Foods is taking another proactive step forward in its mission to bring high-quality food to every table in the world, safely, sustainably and affordably now and for future generations, the company said while announcing its goal is to stop using high fructose corn syrup, sucralose, BHA/BHT and titanium dioxide in the production of branded products in the U.S. by the end of 2025. Those brands include Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®,Wright®, State Fair®, Aidells®, ibp® and others.
Earlier this year,Tyson Foods removed petroleum-based synthetic dyes from its domestic branded products. The ingredients being re -
This voluntary initiative aligns with Tyson Foods’ Core Values of feeding families and the nation with trusted food products, the company said, adding that, in recent years, it has been dedicated to reducing sodium, sugars and other food additives.
“Hunger Action Month,” Perdue Farms announced “Fill the Food Gap,” as a way to address the growing crisis of food insecurity nationwide. The effort began with a donation of 800,000 pounds of protein to 10 local food banks along the East Coast, the equivalent to more than 660,000 meals.
Food banks are facing unprecedented strain, with many reporting record demand and reduced resources. According to Feeding America, food banks are feeding record numbers so far in 2025, with many reporting a surge in need of nearly 25 percent to 40 percent. This shortfall has created a substantial food gap, leaving millions of families struggling to access essential nutrition on a consistent basis.
Perdue Farms is bridging this gap by doubling the company’s Hunger Action Month donation from last year, increasing from 400,000 pounds to 800,000 pounds. This will help fill the food insecurity gap with high-quality protein that vulnerable populations need for healthy development and well-being, the company noted. “The urgency to address food insecurity has only grown this year,” Todd Tillemans, Perdue
Farms chief commercial officer, said. “With so many families relying on food banks that are stretched thinner than ever, we knew we had to act. Fill the Food Gap is about mobilizing Perdue’s resources and people to provide immediate relief in the communities where we operate and shine a light on a challenge too big to ignore.”
systemic issues, amplifying the message of Hunger Action Month.
“We are so grateful to Perdue for this generous truckload donation of nutritious chicken during Hunger Action Month,” Cathy Kanefsky, Food Bank of Delaware president and CEO, said. “Protein is one of the most requested items from families we serve, yet it’s often the hardest for us to source. So many families are forced to make difficult choices between paying bills and buying groceries. This donation helps us ease that burden.”
Didde joins Jones-Hamilton as poultry nutritionist
MAUMEE, Ohio — Jones-Hamilton Co., earlier this year, announced that Dr. Dana Didde has joined the company as poultry nutritionist in the Animal Nutrition & Health Division. Didde will support the sales and development of functional feed ingredient AFG® – Animal Feed Grade.
Beyond this initial donation to 10 different food banks along the East Coast, Fill the Food Gap encompasses a multi-faceted approach throughout Hunger Action Month and beyond, including:
• Ongoing protein donations: Perdue Farms commits to continued protein donations throughout the year, adapting to evolving short-term and long-term needs identified by food bank partners.
• Associate volunteerism: Encouraging and facilitating Perdue Farms associates to volunteer their time and skills at local food banks and community feeding programs, particularly during Hunger Action Month.
• Advocacy and awareness: Raising awareness about the severity of food insecurity and advocating for solutions to address
Perdue Farms has a long-standing commitment to fighting hunger and supporting communities, the company noted.This Hunger Action Month program builds on Perdue Farms’ decades-long commitment to fighting hunger through our Delivering Hope To Our Neighbors® outreach, focused on improving quality of life and building strong communities. Since 2000, Perdue has delivered the equivalent of 100 million meals in its efforts to help alleviate food insecurity in its communities and beyond.
“With millions of Americans — including one in five children — struggling with food insecurity, hunger knows no boundaries,” Tillemans added.“As a food company, we’re committed to doing our part to fight hunger. In a nation as rich in resources as ours, no one should go hungry.”
Didde earned her Ph.D. in animal science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, researching feed additives and their effects on laying hens. She also holds an M.S. from Nebraska and a B.S. from Kansas State University. Previously, Didde served as senior live operations manager at Tecumseh Poultry LLC, where she managed bird placement, processing schedules, and designed research trials. Prior to that role, the company added that she worked as a poultry nutritionist, formulating rations for antibiotic-free and organic broiler chickens, conducting feed additive research, and significantly improving feed conversion rates. Her experience includes managing
Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods announced that Devin Cole, an industry veteran with more than 30 years’ experience, has been selected to be its new chief operating officer. Cole will oversee the company’s Poultry, Beef, Pork, International and Prepared Foods segments.
grow-out programs, analyzing diet quality, and troubleshooting bird management issues.
Hormel Foods reports its 3Q fiscal 2025 results
AUSTIN, Minn. — Hormel Foods Corp. has reported its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025.All comparisons are to the comparable period of fiscal 2024, unless otherwise noted. Among the results include: Net sales of $3.03 billion; organic net sales up 6 percent; operating income of $240 million; adjusted operating income of $254 million; operating margin of 7.9 percent; adjusted operating margin of 8.4 percent; earnings before income taxes of $237 million; adjusted earnings before income taxes of $251 million; effective tax rate of 22.3 percent; diluted earnings per share of 33 cents; adjusted diluted earnings per share of 35 cents; and cash flow from operations of $157 million.
:I am honored to rejoin this great company and partner with John Ghingo and the entire leadership team to focus on restoring profitable growth,” Jeff Ettinger, Hormel Foods interim chief executive officer, said. “As I have started to meet with team members across the organization, I am confident in the capabilities of our team and the opportunities for our company.”
“The third quarter demonstrated the rel -
evance of our portfolio, evidenced by our strong organic volume and net sales performance across each of our segments,” Ettinger said. “Our earnings results, however, were disappointing, and we fell short of our expectations.
The steep rise in commodity input costs affecting our industry was the largest contributor to our shortfall.This inflation was partially mitigated by our Transform and Modernize (T&M) initiative.”
“Regarding the fourth quarter, we expect continued net sales growth supported by our leading positions in the marketplace,” he noted.
“To address commodity inflation, we are taking targeted pricing actions. We expect profit recovery to lag into next year, with the near-term pressures we experienced in the third quarter persisting through the fourth quarter.”
“We are confident in our portfolio’s ability to continue delivering impressive top-line results, despite today’s dynamic consumer environment, and we are committed to translating that performance into improved earnings,” Ettinger added. “Our entire team is aligned on a clear mission: build on our top-line momentum, urgently return bottom-line growth, and deliver long-term, sustainable value.”
John Ghingo, Hormel Foods president, said, “I
am proud of the top-line momentum we built in the third quarter. The gap between this performance and our profitability is not the outcome we were aiming for and certainly overshadows several bright spots across the business. Still, we advanced our key priorities during the quarter, which positions us well for the sustained health of our company.”
Jennie-O® brand lean ground turkey delivered another impressive quarter of results, fueled by sustained consumer demand and expanded distribution, the company said, adding that the brand advanced its category leadership, capturing incremental dollar share. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.
KFC U.S. names
Melissa Cash as chief marketing officer
PLANO,Texas — KFC U.S. announces that Melissa Cash has been named chief marketing officer, effective as of Sept. 16. Cash will report to Catherine Tan-Gillespie, president of KFC U.S., who previously held the CMO position before her promotion in April 2025. In her role as CMO of KFC U.S., Cash will be the driving force for the brand’s modern
marketing strategy, leading brand strategy, calendar, food innovation, integrated marketing, media and communications, consumer insights and analytics and e-commerce marketing, the company said.
“Melissa’s reputation as an authentic storyteller, motivating changemaker, builder of high-performing teams and champion of creativity makes her the ideal person to lead our marketing function — a critical driving force behind our comeback plan to drive distinction and growth in a competitive market,” Tan-Gillespie said.
advancing personalization and performance analytics.
“I’m honored to join KFC at such a pivotal moment,” Arrastia said. “I look forward to leading the digital and technology team to deliver seamless, personalized experiences that make it easier than ever for customers to discover, order and enjoy KFC, fueling both customer loyalty and growth in the U.S.”
Recognized by Ad Age as one of the Top 50 Women in Advertising, Cash’s expertise spans strategic brand development, digital customer experience, product innovation and launch moments, partnerships and performance marketing.
Cash joins KFC U.S. with more than 20 years of brand experience across QSR (Wingstop, Wendy’s), CPG and financial services. She most recently served as SVP and Chief Brand Officer at Wingstop, where she drove significant revenue growth and increased brand awareness.
“KFC is one of the world’s most iconic brands, and I’m energized by the opportunity to unlock its next chapter of relevance and growth in the U.S.,” Cash said.“Together with our talented teams and franchisees, we’ll build bold, distinctive marketing that captures cultural attention and reinforces KFC’s rightful place as America’s fried chicken brand of choice.”
As the brand accelerates its Kentucky Fried Comeback Plan to strengthen brand relevance and growth in today’s marketplace, it also announces additional key appointments that round out the brand’s Plano-based leadership team: Francis (Rico) Arrastia has joined as chief digital and technology officer, effective as of Sept. 9, reporting to Judd Knight, KFC Global CDTO, with a dotted line to Tan-Gillespie. In his role, Arrastia will lead KFC U.S.’s digital and technology strategy — modernizing discovery, ordering and engagement, while
Arrastia joins KFC U.S. with more than 27 years of experience leading product, engineering and operations across brands including Levi Strauss & Co. and Walmart Global eCommerce. At Levi’s, he scaled global product teams, expanded mobile platforms and drove measurable improvements in customer satisfaction. At Walmart, he launched personalization and logistics platforms that reshaped omnichannel retail.
Tiffany Furman joined the KFC U.S. team as chief growth officer in July 2025, a new leadership team role that unites finance and development under a shared growth agenda.
Furman has been with Yum! Brands for more than 17 years. Prior to joining KFC U.S., she served as chief financial officer at Habit Burger & Grill and held finance and development leadership roles at Taco Bell.
Sarah Crow joined the KFC U.S. team as chief legal officer in March 2025. Crow has been with Yum! Brands for six years, previously leading the Global Franchising Office and other franchising and development leadership roles at Pizza Hut U.S. and Taco Bell U.S. Prior to joining Yum!, Sarah spent nearly nine years as an attorney in private practice, where she advised clients on complex business transactions and financial restructuring.
In addition to Tan-Gillespie, Cash, Arrastia, Furman and Crow, other KFC U.S. leadership team members include Heather Becker (McCoy), chief people and culture officer; and Thuthuka Nxumalo, chief operations officer.
“We’ve assembled a powerhouse leadership team with the talent and firepower to usher KFC into its next chapter,” Tan-Gillespie said. “Together, we’re set to put KFC back in the cultural spotlight, sharpen our competitive edge and ignite a major U.S. comeback.”
Benefits, hazards and the proper application of poultry litter
DAVID B. STRICKLAND
the form of organic nitrogen.
A smaller amount of the nitrogen in the litter is ammonium.
natural excretions and from the phosphorous added as an ingredient in poultry feeds,”
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Poultry litter is a valuable byproduct of poultry production, but it must be safely stored and properly applied to agricultural land to gain the benefit of this organic fertilizer. Care and concern need to be given to what are the two most valuable, and potentially contaminating nutrients found in poultry litter — nitrogen and phosphorous.
In information from the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, it says, “most of the nitrogen found in poultry manure or litter is in
Organic nitrogen can be converted to inorganic nitrogen by bacteria in the soil. Plants can then use inorganic nitrogen for growth. Excessive organic ammonium forms of nitrogen can be transformed into nitrate nitrogen, which in high levels in drinking water can harm human health.”
A problem noted about excess nitrogen from locations where it is applied is the potential for leaching or runoff caused by rainstorms, where the nitrogen can cause contamination after finding its way into the ground water.
“Poultry manure contains phosphorous as a result of
UGA Extension adds. “Soils with excessive phosphorous levels, if not managed properly, can be a source of soluble phosphorous contamination via runoff into surface waters.
Excessive soluble phosphorous in water can cause increased plant and algal growth that can lead to fish kills as a result of depleted oxygen levels in the water.”
The use of Best Management Practices procedures is the best way to ensure that these nutrients do not become environmental issues, the information noted.
“Using appropriate methods for storage and application of
poultry litter will assure maximum fertilizer values and environmental protection for your farm and community,” UGA Extension added.
The proper application of poultry litter requires NMPs (Nutrient Management Plans). These plans and practices will assist in assuring that the nutrients are applied in a beneficial way, while also protecting ground and surface waters from potential contamination.
There are some key components of an NMP, UGA Extension noted. These include:
• Farm mapping
This included identifying the land where the litter will be applied.
phorous basis,” UGA said.
• Record keeping Documentation is key for the determining the proper use of litter and manure.
Extension added.
• Proper handling and storage
Care and concern need to be given to what are the two most valuable, and potentially contaminating nutrients found in poultry litter — nitrogen and phosphorous.
bird disposal procedures using state Department of Agriculture approved methods and emergency action plans when needed.”
“Document the annual manure generation on the farm, the amount applied to the land, and the amount transported off the farm,” UGA
The storage procedures used to calibrate manure spreading equipment also need to be documented.
• Mortality disposal
UGA also noted the importance of documenting, “dead
“Responsible management also requires consideration of appropriate sites, timing of application and consideration of neighbors,” UGA Extension added. “Maintaining and calibrating spreader equipment on a regular basis will ensure that the calculated rates of application from the NMP are actually delivered as intended …. It takes only one poorly managed poultry operation to negatively impact all producers in a community.”
“Locate surface waters and wells on the property with appropriate setback distances for application,” UGA Extension said. “Do not apply poultry manure within 100 feet of surface waters or wells unless a 35-foot vegetative buffer can be provided.”
• Soil and litter analysis
Soil and litter nutrient levels obtained from laboratory analysis is needed for the assisting with appropriate application rates.
“Soil samples can be taken on a two- or three-year cycle,” UGA added. “Litter analysis should be done on an annual basis. Contact your local Cooperative Extension Office for assistance.”
• Nutrient budgets
Calculate the amount of litter to be applied based on soil and litter analysis, as well as the crop nutrient requirements and the amount of commercial fertilizer used.
“The use of a phosphorous risk index (P-Index) can be incorporated into the NMP to determine if litter/manure application is most appropriately done on a nitrogen or phos-
Bird flu confirmed in N.D. commercial turkey flock
DAVID B. STRICKLAND
POULTRY TIMES EDITOR
BISMARCK, N.D. — After a fairly quiet summer of highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks, the North Dakota Department of Agriculture confirms the presence of HPAI in a Dickey County, N.D., commercial turkey flock.
The results were confirmed by the South Dakota State University Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory on Aug. 30. Dickey County is in southern North Dakota and is adjacent to the northern border of South Dakota. Approximately 60,000 commercial turkeys were impacted by this outbreak.
“After a quiet summer, it’s not unexpected that we have another case of HPAI as birds are gathering to begin the fall migration,” Doug Goehring, N.D. agriculture commissioner, said in an announcement. “Protecting our North Dakota producers, who raise approximately 1 million commercial birds annually, and our many backyard bird owners is high priority.”
The NDDA and the N.D. State Board of Animal Health are working closely with the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in monitoring and testing in what is now the quarantined response zone. Per protocol the birds have been depopulated to prevent further spread.
“Domestic birds in a 10 km control zone around the affected farm are being contacted and monitored to help prevent the spread of HPAI. Birds from the flock will not enter the food system,” the NDDA said. “The detection triggers the suspension of commingling poultry/bird events both in Dickey County and birds from Dickey County. If no new cases emerge in 30 days, the suspension will be automatically lifted for that county.”
This commercial turkey flock outbreak in North Dakota is the first occurrence in the state since a May 2025 confirmation in a backyard mixed flock in Kidder County, and an April 2025 backyard chicken flock in Stutsman County.
It’s still early in the fall wild bird migration season, and Dr. Ethan Andress, N.D. state veterinarian, has noted that large waterfowl flocks are not yet migrating over the Dakotas, so this may indicate a spread from a local waterfowl source.
“The HPAI virus continues to circulate in wild birds,” Andress said in a statement. “Waterfowl
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HPAI confirmed in a Georgia backyard flock
DAVID B. STRICKLAND
POULTRY
TIMES EDITOR
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ATLANTA — A non-commercial, non-poultry backyard flock in Henry County, Ga., has recently been confirmed with H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza. The Georgia Department of Agriculture, and the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service verified the positive case of the mixed species flock, which consisted of approximately 45 birds. This flock marks the first confirmed in Georgia since the commercial HPAI case in January 2025. Authorities believe that transmission most likely occurred from wild bird exposure.
“Backyard flocks that frequently interact with native wildlife, particularly waterfowl and vultures, have a higher risk of contracting avian influenza, and we’re continuing to ask flock owners to
closely monitor the health of their birds and immediately report any suspected illness.” Tyler Harper, Georgia agriculture commissioner, said in an announcement.
“I am incredibly proud of our response effort,” Harper added.
“Our team deployed immediately to the affected premises and worked swiftly to successfully contain the disease, prevent any further spread, and decontaminate the premises.”
In late August, the flock owners noticed an increased mortality in the flock and reported it with the
Georgia Poultry Laboratory Network. The GPLN and the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratory confirmed the positive presence of H5N1 avian influenza. State officials have completed the protocol of depopulation, disposal, cleaning and disinfection of the location to control any further spread of the disease, and further monitoring will continue.
GDA adds that no commercial poultry operations are located with a 6.2-mile radius of the affected backyard flock, however, poultry owners need to remain
vigilant against the virus with strict biosecurity measures. Any producers in Georgia who noticed increased illness or death in birds, should contact the Georgia Avian Influenza Hotline at 770-766-6850.
On Sept. 8, APHIS reported that for the previous 30 days, the United States has had 7 confirmed bird flocks, consisting of 4 commercial flocks and 3 backyard flocks, affecting about 200,000 birds. This occurrence follows closely the confirmed commercial turkey flocks in North and South Dakota.
biosecurity,” Andress added. “Birds should be kept indoors, especially during the spring and fall migration.”
continue to be the primary concern, but any wild birds can potentially spread the virus.”
“Remember to restrict access to property, keep wild birds away from other birds and practice enhanced
Health officials continue to emphasize that immediate threats to public health remain low.
APHIS reported on Sept. 3 that for the previous 30 days there have been just this one commercial outbreak, and 2 backyard flock outbreaks, impacting about 60,000 birds.
Virginia Poultry Federation celebrates 100 years of service
HARRISONBURG, Va.— The Virginia Poultry Federation is celebrating its 100-year anniversary. The non-profit, statewide trade association was officially founded Aug. 19, 1925, on the campus of what is now Virginia Tech.
“A group of people that were involved in poultry production met in Blacksburg, Va … and organized what became the Virginia Poultry Federation to coordinate an organization that would look out for the interests of poultry production in Virginia,” Hobey Bauhan, Virginia Poultry Federation, president, said.
Located in Rockingham County, the heart of Virginia’s poultry industry, the federation represents the interests of all sectors of the industry, from farmers to the businesses that provide the goods and services to the industry.
Through the years, the federation has shifted away from a larger staff to become more efficient and focused on its mission, VPF notes.
“Our mission is to promote a positive business climate for poultry and eggs in Virginia,” Bauhan said. “We do that through government relations.”
Bauhan is a lobbyist for the industry at the state level, but the federation gets involved on the national level, as well. It works closely
with national trade associations and supports its efforts on the front lines with the Virginia legislature and the federal government.
The federation’s work includes so much more than just government relations. One of its main missions also includes industry education.
“We have a big focus on trying to educate people about the poultry industry,” Bauhan added. “We’ll speak to groups, civics organizations, schools about our industry”
Bauhan explained that there is a great deal of misinformation out there about the poultry industry, so the federation does what it can to rectify that.
Youth programs are also an emphasis included in the federation’s efforts.
“We have a youth day every year where we typically have more than 200 FFA and 4H youth come and participate,” Bauhan noted.
“We’ll have some educational activities, trying to foster the new generation of what we hope will be our workforce and the farmers that make our community work.”
The VPF is a small but mighty team that gets a lot of its work done with the help of the community, especially with large events like the Virginia Poultry Festival, which is coming up this month on Sept. 13th.
“It’s going to be open to the public, but we’re really trying to emphasize it with our poultry companies and poultry
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USAPEEC marks 40th anniversary milestone
DAVID B. STRICKLAND
TIMES EDITOR
TUCKER, Ga. — Celebrating two score of U.S. poultry and egg export promotion, this September the USA Poultry & Egg Export Council is observing its 40-year anniversary.
What began in 1985 as an intermediary organization between the USDA, agricultural trade offices, and embassies around the world, the council is lauding the substantial increase in poultry exports during the previous four decades. When the organization began, U.S. poultry and egg exports were approximately $249 million a year. That number has grown to its current total of more than $5.8 billion, USAPEEC notes in its announcement.
“Reaching 40 years is both an honor and a testament to the dedication of our members, partners, and staff,” Greg Tyler, USAPEEC president and CEO, said.
“Together, we’ve opened doors, built trust, and expanded opportunities for U.S. poultry and eggs around the world. As we look ahead, we’re excited to continue that mission — driving growth, strengthening re-
lationships, and ensuring the world knows the value of American poultry and eggs.”
Tyler has been with USAPEEC for almost 30 of its 40 years, and in 2022 succeeded longtime president Jim Sumner, who served the council for 32 years from 1990 to 2022.
The companies that represent USAPEEC’s 240 members are noted to account for more than 95 percent of all of the United States’ exported poultry and eggs, the council said, adding that the organization serves an advocate for the nation’s exports in more than 115 international markets.
The USAPEEC headquarters, near At-
lanta, Ga., is shared in an office complex with the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, which is one of the several alliance organizations that shares the importance of the council’s mission. Other national groups that USAPEEC advocates for and works closely with includes the National Chicken Council, the National Turkey Federation, United Egg Producers, and the American Egg Board.
USAPEEC has international offices in China and Hong Kong, as well as Mexico City and Monterrey, Mexico. The council also collaborates with consultants around the globe, including in Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, Central Asia, India, the Middle East, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, South Africa, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
USAPEEC is a not-for-profit, so it does not lobby, but it does work closely with government officials and agencies.
“USAPEEC has helped develop and strengthen the international reputation of U.S. poultry and eggs for their outstanding quality and availability,” the council said in its announcement, adding that it is, “proud of its first 40 years — and looks forward to the next 40.”
VPS enters the poultry market with research and personnel
GIANNA WILLCOX
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST
GIANNAWILLCOX@POULTRYTIMES.COM
ST. PETER, Minn. — Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions (VPS) announced its strategic expansion into poultry, including chickens and turkey, with new company research and personnel expansion.
Their expansion into poultry is marked by the appointment of a commercial director of poultry and the presentation of innovative research at the American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) annual conference.
VPS named Darrell Stoner as its commercial director-poultry. In this new role, Stoner will increase engagement with poultry integrators and veterinarians to create new solutions in the poultry industry, the company noted. He brings more than 20 years of experience to VPS after working in Elanco’s Poultry Division and serving as the former chair of the Health & Welfare Committee for the International Poultry Welfare Alliance. He has also served on the boards of The Poultry Federation and the National Turkey Federation.
At the AAAP, Dr. Brian Payne, VPS’ commercial R&D and technical service director, was chosen to present the company’s Meloxicam residue study in finishing-age turkeys. This study, which was conducted in collaboration with Iowa State University, supports informed withdrawal time recommendations
for Meloxicam and ibuprofen, currently the only legally available water-soluble NSAIDs for use in poultry and livestock, the company added.
“VPS is well-known among swine veterinarians and producers for its high-quality compounded medications,” Stacy Peters, VPS chief commercial officer, said in a statement.
“We’re excited to strengthen relationships with poultry veterinarians and integrators by continuing to deliver customized solutions that protect and improve flock health.”
mends MAHA’s efforts to modernize regulatory frameworks to streamline processes, while emphasizing that food safety must remain uncompromised.”
“Thanks to the hardworking men and women of the U.S. turkey industry, Americans can enjoy high-quality turkey that is lean, nutrient-dense, naturally low in fat and rich in high-quality protein, essential vitamins, and minerals,” Oden added. “Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of meals and dietary patterns, whether served as a traditional roast, prepared on the grill, eaten on a sandwich or incorporated into everyday dishes.”
The Meat Institute notes that this plan is a “good first step toward recognizing the nutritional value of meat and poultry after years of misguided policies attacking meat consumption.”
“Science has shown what American parents have known all
along: nutrient dense meat and poultry products are essential to a well-balanced diet,” Julie Anna Potts, Meat Institute president and CEO, said. “For years, previous administrations have tried to discourage consumption of meat, primarily for reasons unrelated to nutrition, and as a result our most vulnerable populations — children, adolescent girls, nursing mothers and seniors — no longer consume enough protein and critical nutrients like iron and zinc.”
The Meat Institute also applauded the MAHA strategy for supporting and seeking the adoption of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) protocols to increase food safety.
“The bold leadership of Secretary Kennedy and Secretary Rollins will finally give Americans not only permission, but the encouragement to eat meat because it is a good, accessible source of nutrition for their families,” Potts said.
Agricultural approval
“Our food system has evolved and innovated over time to provide healthy and nutritious food to meet the diverse needs and
“For too long health care has used a reactive approach to chronic diseases...”
Dr. Marty Makary, U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner
preferences of American families; and we look forward to further innovations to improve health outcomes in America while ensuring farmers and ranchers can stock America’s pantries,” Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation president, said, adding that, “A renewed focus on American-grown fresh fruits, vegetables and meat, along with reintroducing whole milk into the school meal program can help provide a foundation for a lifetime of smart choices. Reducing or streamlining regulations in smart ways can allow farms operating on very thin margins to innovate, diversify and respond to consumer demand.”
Grain producers, such as the National Corn Growers Association, added approval for such
MAHA aspects like the EPA’s process for pesticide review.
“The policy recommendations related to crop production, released today by the MAHA Commission, appear to be a reasonable and science-based approach for achieving its objectives,”
Kenneth Hartman Jr., NCGA president and Illinois farmer, said. “We are encouraged that when the commission engaged with agricultural stakeholders and followed the science, it reaffirmed what we already know: EPA is the appropriate agency for regulating crop inputs. We are also delighted to see precision agriculture, soil health and land stewardship prioritized, as these are areas in which corn farmers have led the way for many years. We look forward to working with the administration and Congress as they turn to the implementation of the report.”
Also, regarding soil health, The Fertilizer Institute added in a statement that it “welcomes the opportunity to make soil health a larger part of the public dialogue concerning agriculture and the overall health of the American people. American agriculture shares many of the MAHA movement’s goals, such as improving the health of our children, as well as ensuring we are taking great care of the health of our land. We are only as healthy as the soil our food comes from and there is a role to play for both industry and the public sector.”
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