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Farmers Weekly Awards 2023: Poultry Farmer of the Year

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Nigel Edwards of Whittal Poultry, Court Barns, Herefordshire, is the 2023 Farmers Weekly Poultry Farmer of the Year. Broiler production is renowned for its technical advances – from climate control to data management systems.

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Management of Ecto-parasites in Poultry and Pigs

Agric4profits

External parasites, including lice and mites, attack poultry by either sucking blood or feeding on the skin or feathers. Poultry flocks infested with lice or mites often exhibit similar symptoms, such as decreased egg production, reduced appetite, and weight loss.

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Complete Practical Guide on Organic Poultry Farming Business

Agric4profits

Organic poultry farming is an increasingly popular method of poultry production that emphasizes environmentally sustainable and animal welfare-friendly practices. … Read More » Complete Practical Guide on Organic Poultry Farming Business

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Vilsack announces final “Product of USA” label rule

Real Agriculture

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the final rule for meat, poultry, and egg products that carry a “Product of the USA” label at the National Farmers Union’s annual convention in Phoenix on Monday.

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Careers at Aviagen: Putting people and poultry first

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Aviagen stands at the forefront of poultry genetics, pioneering research and innovation on a global scale. Our brands are among the most recognised and respected in the industry and each has a proven record of success in addition to a large and loyal global customer base.

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NFU intentions survey seeks input from egg and poultry producers

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly As egg producers emerge from the economic doldrums and broiler growers continue to endure a profit squeeze, the NFU is asking poultry farmers to share their production intentions via a new survey, to assess the impact this will have on the sector.

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State agriculture officials advocate for clear labeling instruction for cell-based meat products

NASDA

. — Today, at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s 2023 Annual Meeting , NASDA members advocated for standards that ensure clear and consistent labeling for cell-based meat products, also referred to as cultured meat. Department of Agriculture, USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service and U.S.