ATHENS, Ala. — A newly expanded Aviagen poultry feed mill in Athens, Ala., is producing 30 percent more feed while consuming far less energy, reducing its carbon emissions by hundreds of tons, and cutting its annual utility expenses by more than $160,000. The experience of the Aviagen mill offers an example of how new technology and sustainable practices can benefit both the environment and the bottom line.
Aviagen, a leading poultry breeding company, completed a multi-million dollar expansion of its feed mill in June of 2010. The expansion added production capacity with new equipment and procedures that ensure the. . .

