Ag in the News

06/11/2010

National and International

Cleanser effectively removes bacteria from broiler carcasses: study
Using a cleansing solution composed of lauric acid and potassium hydroxide was effective in removing foodborne pathogens from eviscerated chicken carcasses, according to a study by Agricultural Research Service scientists. MORE!

New awards honor poultry industry safety
The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council, which is made up of members from the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, National Chicken Council and National Turkey Federation, has recognized chicken and turkey companies that exemplified outstanding safety performance through the implementation of innovative and effective safety and health programs. The first annual safety awards were presented during the 2010 National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry. MORE!

Analyst clarifies chicken slaughter situation
The somewhat mysterious increase in chicken slaughter rates before Memorial Day seems to have dropped back to normal, JPMorgan analyst Ken Goldman wrote in a follow-up note to investors. MORE!

Cargill meat plant workers split jackpot A group of employees at Cargill's High River meat processing plant in Alberta, Canada, hit the lottery and will share the $3.6 million prize from the Western Canada Lottery, according to local media reports. MORE!

BK promotion spurs demand for QSR pork
Pork is not typically a big item at fast-food restaurants after breakfast. But Burger King's limited-time menu offering of pork ribs is changing that dynamic. MORE!