CHESTERFIELD, MO – Soybean meal is a mainstay of poultry and swine diets worldwide but variability in soybean quality creates hidden risks, both nutritionally for the animals and economically for producers.

MAUMEE, OH — Jones-Hamilton Co. is pleased to announce that Kyle Smith has joined the Animal Nutrition & Health Division as Technical Sales Specialist – AFG®, supporting the company’s continued growth in the poultry feed industry.

Veenendaal, The Netherlands / United States – HatchTech Group announces the appointment of Ben Green as National Sales Manager USA, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the U.S. hatchery industry. In this role, Green will support the continued adoption of HatchTech’s advanced incubation solutions and SelEggt in ovo sexing technology across the United States.

Roswell, Georgia —C&S Chemicals is pleased to announce the addition of Brandon Hawkins as Territory Sales Representative for the Poultry Guard® sales team, supporting customers across the Eastern United States.

Crossville, Ala. — D&F Equipment Sales is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Parnell as Vice President of Operations, a strategic leadership addition that strengthens the company’s operational depth as it continues its growth across the poultry, meat, and prepared foods industries.

The Poultry Federation (TPF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Blake Rollins as its new President, effective January 1, 2026. Rollins succeeds longtime President Marvin Childers and will lead the Federation as it continues its mission to promote and protect the poultry and egg industry across Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

The Poultry Federation (TPF) proudly recognizes Marvin Childers for his nearly 20 years of dedicated service and transformational leadership as President.

The Poultry Federation (TPF) extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Billy Hufford, a respected industry leader and valued member of TPF’s Board of Directors, who passed away on December 26, 2025.

Rogers, AR — The Poultry Federation (TPF) is proud to recognize its longstanding partnership with Destination Rogers and to congratulate Marvin Childers, President of The Poultry Federation, on being named the recipient of Destination Rogers’ Partner of the Year Award.

C&S Chemicals is pleased to announce the addition of Matthew Solomon to the Poultry Guard Sales team. Solomon brings extensive, hands-on experience across the poultry industry, having worked directly with hatcheries, growers, production facilities, and in-field support operations.