AAT and SBA announce market launch of Cheggy in-ovo sexing technology in Australia
First installation in Asia-Pacific goes live at SBA’s Victoria hatchery – orders for sexed chicks now open; official launch event to take place at...
Newcastle disease reappears in Germany after 30 years
A case of Newcastle disease (ND), officially classified as atypical avian influenza, has been confirmed in the German state of Brandenburg — the first...
EuroTier 2026: strong commitment from visitors
10–13 November 2026 in Hanover, Germany – Theme: “Intelligence in Animal Farming” – Visitor survey reveals strong interest – DLG Spotlights, DLG Expert Stages...
Alan Thomson appointed as General Manager for Aviagen UK Limited
Brings over 20 years’ all-round experience and in-depth industry knowledge to new role.
Aviagen® UK Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Thomson...
EFSA recommendations to improve animal welfare during transport
Providing more space, lowering maximum temperatures, and keeping journey times to a minimum are all needed to improve the welfare of farmed animals during...
IFIF and FAO held their 21st annual meeting in Rome
The International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) held their 21st annual meeting to further...
Roxell launches Oxsano™ tunnel fan in fiberglass with innovative motor
Roxell, the leading manufacturer of automated feeding, drinking, nesting and heating systems, launches the Oxsano™ variable speed tunnel fan in fiberglass. This is because...
Jamesway announces the appointment of Boutros (Pierre) al Asmar to Director of MEA Sales
Serving as part of the Jamesway sales force from 2003 to 2013, Pierre returned to Jamesway last November 2019 as Sales Manager for the...
Research shows promise for AI-based Salmonella detection in poultry
New artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools could help poultry producers detect Salmonella more quickly using smartphone images and bird activity patterns, according to a newly published study...
Petersime launches automation solutions for single-stage hatcheries
New automation solutions from Petersime launched at IPPE 2018; More and more hatcheries have invested in single-stage incubation and see their business growing significantly....
Hy-Line Distributor opens world’s largest layer hatchery
Hy-Line International, the world leader in layer poultry genetics, recently commemorated the grand opening of the world’s largest layer hatchery by Huayu Agricultural Technology...
Cobb and ASGAV educate Brazilian consumers about the benefits of chicken
Together, Cobb-Vantress and ASGAV (Gaúcha Association of Poultry) are continuing a joint campaign educating Brazilian consumers about the benefits of making chicken a regular...
Aviagen strengthens customer support in Western Europe
Lorenzo Rossi becomes Regional Technical Manager for Western Europe and Stuart Thomson is named Head of Sales and Technical for UK.
Following Alan Thomson’s appointment...
Jamesway chosen for Tunisian Hatchery
The Miamys Poultry Company from Tunis, Tunisia will be purchasing Jamesway Multi-Stage machines for their upcoming hatchery project. The contract was signed, with some...
Empowering the future of poultry – Wadi Group hosts 12th Poultry Academy
Wadi Group successfully held its 12th Wadi Poultry Academy, bringing together poultry professionals and industry experts for four days of intensive learning, collaboration and...
Digital Open Day Pondeuses J.L. Inc.
On November 24th, you will have the opportunity to participate at the digital Open Day Pondeuses J.L. Inc. to take a virtual look inside...
Australia’s Victoria lifts poultry housing restrictions amid ongoing H5N1 risk
Victoria, Australia, lifted its temporary poultry housing requirements on 16 October 2026, after nearly ten weeks of restrictions aimed at reducing the risk of...
Royal Pas Reform has appointed Eric Stodel as the company’s new CEO
Royal Pas Reform has appointed Eric Stodel as the company's new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2023.
Stodel (57) brings a wealth of...
New Cobb agent appointed in Uzbekistan
Kefayat General Trading Company has been appointed by Cobb Europe as its agent for Uzbekistan, strengthening the breed’s position in the growing market.
The agreement...
Revolutionizing livestock farming: Introducing VUELA | Always in control
In a world where the quality of indoor air is becoming increasingly important, TPI-Polytechniek is proud to introduce VUELA, an innovative ventilation inlet, designed...
EU Commission flags shortcomings in Chinese poultry and rabbit controls
The European Commission's Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (DG SANTE) carried out an audit in China in November 2025, published on February 19,...
Reducing the use of antibiotics in the meat sector
An online talk dedicated to reducing the use of antibiotics in the meat sector has been organized by Euractiv and will take place on...
In Ovo method of determining chicks’ sex before hatching
Discovering whether a chick is male or female while it is still in the egg. Leiden biotech company In Ovo, a spin-off of Leiden...
Canada confronts new HPAI outbreaks
WOAH has confirmed three highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks in commercial poultry in Alberta, Canada, in May 2026, affecting turkeys, chickens and ducks....
Sustainable Livestock Intergroup on reducing emissions in monogastric livestock farming with circular feed and...
On 30 April, the European Parliament Sustainable Livestock Intergroup holds an event “How can circular feed and feed additives be deployed to reduce emissions...
Jamesway Incubator Company appoints new President
Jamesway Incubation Company Inc., (www.jamesway.com) incubation and hatchery equipment manufacturer, recently announced that Denis Kan, CPA, CMA, will assume the role of President replacing...
EW Nutrition welcomes Jan Vanbrabant as new CEO
VISBEK (Germany), 1 September 2023 — EW Nutrition, a leading global provider of functional animal nutrition solutions, welcomes Jan Vanbrabant as its new Chief...
EuroTier 2024: trends in poultry farming and feeding technology
As in previous years, poultry farmers are currently facing a number of challenges. These include, in particular, a further improvement in animal welfare and...
Intra Multi-Des GA efficacy against Avian Influenza
Recently, outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have been increasing all over the world. In January 2020 alone, cases of H5N8 influenza have caused...
Aviagen invests a $20 million in innovative Wagga Wagga quarantine facility
In keeping with a commitment to rigorous biosecurity to ensure the health and welfare of its birds, Aviagen® has built a leading-edge quarantine farm...
Marel celebrates 75 years of business in Gainesville
On September 26, 2019, Marel celebrated 75 years of operations at its location in Gainesville, Georgia. To mark the occasion, the company celebrated with...
Strengthening child nutrition in Ethiopia through local egg powder production
The IEF is providing expert guidance to UNICEF to establish a new egg powder processing plant, which is currently in transit to Ethiopia for...
Sasso and Hendrix Genetics establishing a strategic alliance in colored broiler breeding
Sasso and Hendrix Genetics agreed to strategically connect the colored breeding activities of Sasso with the worldwide network and R&D center of Hendrix Genetics.
Aviagen Anadolu obtaining compartmentalization status
As a result of excellent biosecurity standards, Aviagen® Anadolu officially obtained compartmentalization status from the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry on October 27,...
Netherlands orders commercial poultry indoors after three avian flu outbreaks
The Netherlands has introduced a nationwide housing and shielding requirement after avian influenza was confirmed at three sites within three days. The outbreaks were...
Rabobank raises global poultry growth forecast for 2026 to 3–3.5%
The global poultry industry continues to expand, prompting RaboResearch to raise its outlook for 2026. In its Global Poultry Quarterly Q3 2026, Rabobank increased...
Cobb Europe partners with Al-Watania Poultry in Egypt to host ‘Safe environment for safe...
Cobb Europe partnered with Al-Watania Poultry in Egypt to host the pair’s annual scientific conference focusing on the importance of creating a safe environment...
Two videos from its series emphasizing environmental stewardship on poultry and egg farms
In observance of Earth Day, U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is highlighting two videos from its series emphasizing environmental stewardship on poultry and...
Animal injection syringes: Fixed and adjustable volume
The Swiss made Socorex® glass and metal syringes with spring-loaded plunger and three-way valve system are supplied either as fixed or adjustable volume models.
Starting...
WPSA, new publication: Hatchery Signals
‘Each egg may contain a living embryo, so handle it with care!’. A practical guide for improving hatching results.
Good hatchability and optimal chick quality...
Giordano acquired Twinpack Special Products
Recently, the Giordano group from Italy acquired the majority stake in Twinpack Special Products in The Netherlands.
After almost twenty years of commercial cooperation, the Italian leader in...
VIV MEA postponed to 22–24 November 2021
The international event VIV MEA which was planned in Abu Dhabi for August 31–2 September 2020 is postponed to 22–24 November 2021.
COVID-19 is disrupting the business...
VIV MEA confirms its regional hub status for industry leaders from feed to food
Good reviews from exhibitors and visitors has set the seal on a successful second edition of regional feed-to-food trade show VIV MEA. Their comments...
Poultry groups applaud agreement to resume imports of U.S. poultry products to China
The National Chicken Council (NCC), National Turkey Federation (NTF) and USA Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) applauded the announcement that China will lift...
Aviagen East Africa Empowers Poultry Professionals at 2025 Training Module in Nairobi
EDINBURGH, Scotland. – Aviagen® East Africa successfully hosted its annual Training Module Program from October 6 - 10, 2025, at Ole Sereni Hotel in...
Middle East conflict raises concerns for poultry supply and trade
The ongoing war involving Iran is creating new uncertainty for the poultry sector in the Middle East and could influence global poultry trade. According...
Aviagen Live Hits the Road for First-Ever Breeder-Broiler Tour
New format creates a platform for shared insight, innovation and connection across the UK poultry sector.
The Aviagen® UK customer service team brought a fresh...
JBS invests $70 million to re-enter Paraguay’s poultry market
Global meat giant JBS is making a major return to Paraguay’s poultry industry, announcing a $70 million investment over the next two years to...
Meyn, Cabinplant and MULTIVAC agree on cooperation
Cabinplant A/S, MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller SE & Co. KG and Meyn Food Processing Technology B.V., complete a strategic alliance. A memorandum of understanding was...
Poultry events and fairs in 2026 and 2027
A selection of poultry trade fairs and scientific conferences taking place from November 2026 to June 2027, with dates, venues and links to the...
Poultry industry bound for data-driven processing: Marel’s Poultry ShowHow demonstrates the future
Marel’s third Poultry ShowHow in Copenhagen on 14 November 2019 put the focus on ‘Data-driven Xceleration’, representing the future of digitally controlled poultry processing....
Ghana eyes Egyptian know‑how to cut poultry imports and boost local production
Accra is exploring cooperation with Egypt to strengthen its poultry value chain as part of a broader strategy to reduce dependence on frozen chicken...
Detection of avian flu antibodies in Dutch dairy cow: ECDC risk assessment remains unchanged
With avian influenza A(H5N1) widely circulating in wild birds and poultry, and repeatedly detected in mammals, Dutch public health authorities report that antibodies indicating...
Hy-Line Ecuador hosts Technical School
Hy-Line Ecuador, an exclusive distributor of Hy-Line layers, recently hosted more than 100 local egg producers in Ambato.
Hy-Line International, Hy-Line Ecuador, and regional...
The HatchCare Project in Victoria, Australia
Viscon continues their worldwide successful journey in supplying state-of-the-art HatchCare automation by signing a contract with Ingham’s to fully automate their HatchCare facility in...
Uruguay declares nationwide avian influenza emergency after H5 detection in backyard poultry
Uruguay has declared a nationwide animal-health emergency after highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza was confirmed in backyard poultry in the department of Colonia. The...
VIV Select China 2026 reports 20,300 visitors in Shanghai
VIV Select China 2026 attracted 20,300 professional visitors from 113 countries and regions, according to figures released by the organisers following the event.
Held from...
The EU rural poultry sector contributes to sustainable and resilient food system
More than 150 participants followed the European Rural Poultry Association’s webinar on “Rural Poultry at the heart of the European Green Deal” on February...
Managing Director Michiel Peters leaves Moba
Moba announces that Michiel Peters, the company's managing director, will leave the company at his own request on November 1, 2019, after leading it...
Cobb Europe strengthens presence in Dutch and Belgian markets
Cobb Europe is strengthening its sales team for the Netherlands and Belgium with the appointment of Arjan Meekhof as senior accounts manager and Rick...
Visitor Registration is Open for VIV MEA 2025: the Region’s Premier Animal Protein Industry...
Register now to attend the region’s most influential meeting point for stakeholders operating across the animal protein value chain
VIV MEA, the premier international trade...
New data on EXZOLT® by MSD Animal Health to fight red...
MSD Animal Health, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, N.J., USA, announced new data on EXZOLT® (fluralaner), the first systemic treatment for...
Europe faces renewed bird flu challenge as early outbreaks spread across the continent
Bird flu is spreading rapidly across Europe, with the highest number of early-season outbreaks in at least a decade, reigniting fears of another crisis...
AVEC General Assembly: energy and feed price surge put the EU poultry meat production...
Operators in the poultry meat supply chain are struggling to maintain production levels because of the very high energy and feed prices.
Outgoing AVEC President...
Revolutionary Stork ATLAS, humane and efficient live bird handling uplifted
An advanced live bird handling system which won the EuroTier 2016 Innovation Award.
Heat stress and the quality of wheat grains
Increasing temperature and consequent changes in climate adversely influence plant growth and development, resulting in loss of wheat productivity. High environmental temperature may influence...
Poultry Africa 2019 – Kigali Convention Centre, 2-3 October 2019
The first edition of Poultry Africa won great appreciations and set a solid basis for the development of this once-every-2-year boutique concept. This Expo...
New Meyn WLD whole leg deboner M3.0
The new Meyn WLD whole leg deboner M3.0 is a compact and flexible deboning solution; easy to install and with limited investments.
The Meyn WLD...
Technical program at EuroTier 2026 addresses international topics
10–13 November 2026 in Hanover, Germany – Guiding theme: “Intelligence in animal farming” – DLG Spotlights, DLG Expert Stages and networking events – Premiering...
From feedmill to food system: VIV Europe 2026 addresses the industry’s most critical challenges
Over 70 sessions across three days address the industry's most pressing challenges — from artificial intelligence and sustainability to food security and global market...
Axedum: Moldova’s first EU-approved poultry exporter
Axedum, a family-owned company founded in 1997, has become the first Moldovan producer authorized to export chicken meat to the European Union. This milestone...
Avian influenza outbreak confirmed in Norway: ESA approves emergency measures
Norway has reported a new outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1, underlining the persistent threat of bird flu across Europe as the...
MSD Animal Health and Rapid Genomics cooperation for vaccines production
MSD Animal Health, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, N.J., USA, announced a collaboration agreement with Rapid Genomics which grants the company...
Moba appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Moba, the leading producer of high-quality integrated systems for grading, packaging and processing eggs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Edwin Bolwerk...
Food security is security: AVEC calls for fewer barriers and fair competition for European...
Brussels, 29 September 2026 — AVEC, the Association of Poultry Processors and Poultry Trade in the EU, concluded its 68th General Assembly, hosted by...
Salmonella and Campylobacter Control the Focus of Antibiotic Free Production Program at 2020 IPPE
The 2020 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) will offer a new education program titled, Processing for Antibiotic Free Production. The workshop, scheduled for...
MOU signed to support growth in global egg and poultry industries
The International Egg Commission (IEC) and International Poultry Council (IPC) have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their longstanding relationship and...
Japan’s egg prices at record highs amid rising feed costs and avian influenza concerns
The average retail price of eggs in Japan reached 309 yen for a pack of 10 in September, matching the previous record high. Rising...
Speed up with Meyn. First 15,000 bph processing line in Turkey
In response to the rising demand for high-protein food, Şenpiliç, Turkey's largest chicken producer, has selected Meyn as the preferred supplier for their new...
VIV MEA 2025 International trade show from feed to food for the Middle East...
The Middle East’s food industry is changing fast, and VIV MEA 2025 will showcase this transformation like never before. Taking place November 25-27, 2025...
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