FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A veterinarian with deep experience in poultry science, animal welfare and disease prevention was recently named the director of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Veterinary Diagnostic Lab.

New Brand Identity Solidifies New Era of Growth and Innovation, Underscores Company’s Commitment to Protecting North American Food Supply

Washington, D.C. (January 30, 2025) – While Kansas City is known for its barbecue and Philly its cheesesteaks, when it comes to Super Bowl menus, nothing is hotter than wings. The National Chicken Council (NCC) today released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans to consume 1.47 billion chicken wings watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle for the Lombardi Trophy. This figure represents an increase of 1.5 percent from last year’s game, or about 20 million more wings.

Poultry Guard® recently hired Dr. Connie Mou as a Technical Services Manager.

(Little Rock, AR) – The Arkansas FFA Foundation, Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of Taylor Wiseman as its new Executive Director, effective January 21, 2025. After a comprehensive national search conducted by Jorgenson Pace, Inc., Ms. Wiseman was selected for her outstanding qualifications, leadership experience, and unwavering commitment to advancing agricultural education and FFA in Arkansas.

BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Jan. 14, 2025 - Messer, a leading industrial gases company, has announced a strategic investment of over $70 million to construct a state-of-the-art air separation unit (ASU) in Berryville, Arkansas. The new facility will address the growing demand for industrial gases in the southern part of the US, reinforcing Messer's commitment to supporting expanding industries in the region.

Michael Scroggs recently joined Poultry Guard® as a Territory Sales Representative for areas including Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. He brings with him over 28 years of poultry industry experience.

Brad Williams joined Poultry Guard® in October of 2024 as a Territory Sales Representative for areas including NC, VA, MD, DE, PA and WV.

NTF Celebrates 77-year Tradition of National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation

WASHINGTON – National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman John Zimmerman presented the National Thanksgiving Turkeys named Peach and Blossom to President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today during the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation at the White House. Peach and Blossom received a formal pardon from the holiday table and will now reside at Farmamerica, Minnesota’s Center for Agricultural Interpretation, in Waseca, Minnesota. This year’s presentation marked the 77th year of this time-honored American tradition dating back to 1947.

Updated study quantifies economic impact of the poultry industry in the U.S.

WASHINGTON, D.C (October 30, 2024) – The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY), National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation and United Egg Producers have released an updated economic impact study that highlights the positive impact the poultry industry has on jobs, wages, and federal and state revenue in the United States.