Hyperspectral imaging speeds detection of Campylobacter
A type of high-tech imaging can be used to distinguish the foodborne pathogen Campylobacter from other microorganisms as quickly as 24 hours after a sample is placed on solid media in a Petri dish, according to a study published by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists.The researchers, with USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS), used technology called hyperspectral imaging, which combines digital imaging with spectroscopy, to...
Enriching the range to reduce feather pecking
Greater provision of pasture, shaded areas and shelter belts will attract birds into the free range, according to recommendations from a Poultry CRC p...
USDA predicts higher corn and soy prices
Despite the USDA's forecast of record corn and soybean crops this year, prices are expected to rise on global demand.
The higher price is being drive...
Philippines to get tough on chicken imports
Philippine Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala has vowed to take a tougher stance on chicken imports, which he said is pulling down prices of local...
Robust growth of beef and poultry in India
Beef and poultry production in India is expected to increased by 29% and 41% respectively up to the 2013-2014 fiscal year due to increased demand from higher incomes and prevalence of western style restaurants, says the latest edition of India Ag...
Plastic from poultry by products
Processors from around the world are starting to take an interest in keratin resin, derived from poultry feathers, according to Modern Plastics Worldwide. Less dense than polyolefins, with a modulus of about 3-5 GPa and stress-to-break of 200-500 ...
Arsenic in field runoff linked to poultry litter
Fields amended with poultry litter can accumulate significant levels of arsenic, according to studies by USDA-Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and associates. These findings provide key information about the agricultural pollutants t...
Tyson Foods helping the needy again
Music legend Neil Young and John Tyson, chairman of Tyson Foods Inc., are teaming up to help fight hunger in Gulf Coast communities affected by the recent oil spill. Tyson Foods plans to donate 100,000 pounds of chicken products in conjunction wit...
Aviagen purchases Peterson Farms male genetic line
Aviagen today announced plans to purchase the “Peterson Male” broiler breeder genetic line from Peterson Farms, Decatur, AR. As part of the agreement, Aviagen will also acquire use of the Peterson brand name for broiler breeder stock.
“Pet...
Prinzen re-launches website
Prinzen has re-launched their website. The new site has a fresh design and a layout, which the company believes makes it easier to use.
This website is a platform where poultry companies can find everything about the complete solutions Prinzen has to of...
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