Hormel’s earnings fall on Jennie-O Turkey Store’s feed, fuel costs
While Jennie-O Turkey Store continued to implement price increases, the increases were not adequate to offset the approximately $53 million increase in feed and fuel input costs incurred during the quarter, said the company.
USPOULTRY gives $250,000 in battle over California initiative
The funds will help educate California consumers about modern egg production systems prior to a November ballot initiative that bans most modern layer housing and egg production systems in the state.
Sweet potatoes out-yield corn in ethanol production study
If economical harvesting and processing techniques could be developed, the data suggests that sweet potatoes in Maryland and sweet potatoes and cassava in Alabama have greater potential than corn as ethanol sources.
ConAgra steps up efforts to reduce energy use; greenhouse gas emissions
ConAgra Foods, Inc., is participating in several new programs as part of its commitment to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Consumers more concerned about food safety than Iraqi war, finds survey
Complete survey results will be released at the Center for Food Integrity 2008 Food System Summit Oct. 8-9 in Indianapolis.
Trees kill odors, other emissions from poultry farms
Planting just three rows of trees around poultry farms can cut nuisance emissions of dust, ammonia and odors from poultry houses and aid in reducing neighbor complaints, according to scientists from the University of Delaware.
American Humane Assn. partners on surveillance systems for farms
The American Humane Association’s American Humane Certified program, a voluntary, fee-based service that certifies producers’ farm animals are raised to meet the association’s standards, has signed an agreement with video surveillance and security company HS3 Technologies, Inc.
Restaurant chain serving up poultry entrees in more cities
J. Christopher’s targets Atlanta, Nashville, Macon, Tampa, Birmingham, Charlotte and Jacksonville for franchises.
Veteran and rookie poultry, egg farmers receive awards
A 100-year-old poultry farm as well as rookie egg farmers were recognized in Penn State’s Ag Progress Days ceremonies.
Poultry Federation announces fall conferences
The Arkansas Nutrition Conference will be held September 9-11 at Embassy Suites, Rogers, Ark. |
