Thursday, April 2, 2026

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Glowlit Update: Commodity Prices Spur Regulatory Action

We’ve written previously about the many changes to our everyday lives since the COVID pandemic first brought the world to a halt, and wondered aloud how many would become permanent fixtures in our lives. Will companies continue to allow employees to WFH (“work from home”)? Will video calls and online conferences continue to replace our in-person gatherings?

Why Wendy’s is taking the ‘chicken sandwich war’ to the potato chip aisle

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — There's a new spicy chicken player in town, and this one packs all of the crispy, spicy flavor into one bite. Pringles® has set its sights on Wendy's® original Spicy Chicken Sandwich. The result? Wendy's Spicy Chicken chips.

How is the nation’s labor shortage affecting the poultry industry?

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Just as there is a great demand for chicken products right now, there is also a significant need for workers in the poultry industry.

Tyson Foods selling pet treats business to General Mills for $1.2B

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods Inc. is selling its successful pet treats business to General Mills Inc. for approximately $1.2 billion, the company announced.

Dr. Kate Hayes tapped as Aviagen’s new VP of veterinary services

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Aviagen® has named Dr. Kate Hayes as vice president of veterinary services for North America. Based in Elkmont, Ala., Hayes will report to Aviagen President of North America Dr. Marc de Beer.

Global animal health company Alltech continues support to poultry students

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Alltech continues to extend its support of the Midwest Poultry Consortium and the consortium’s core program — the Center of Excellence Scholarship/Internship...

Kemin acquires chlorine dioxide-based antimicrobials technology source Bio-Cide International

DES MOINES, Iowa — Kemin Industries acquired Norman, Okla.-based Bio-Cide International Inc. (Bio-Cide), a multi-specialty source of chlorine dioxide-based antimicrobial technology. “We are thrilled to...

Sprinkler technology experts share solutions to cool birds, save water

Innovations in poultry happen all the time. Oftentimes, poultry producers aren’t too sure which ones are truly relevant to their operations. One of Poultry...

KFC and franchisees to hire 20,000 employees nationwide

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Fried Chicken® accomplished strong first quarter earnings results as customers increasingly select the comfort and convenience of drive-thru, carry-out and delivery. “KFC...

Sandwich Wars: Is there really a chicken shortage?

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — There has been some speculation over whether the nation is truly facing a “chicken shortage.” Quick-service restaurants have noted on social...

Glowlit Update: Sustainability Analysis More Important Than Ever

As our climate changes and brings with it new challenges across the globe, a wave of backlash against industrial agriculture is changing consumer behavior...

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