By David B. Strickland
Poultry Times editor
dstrickland@poultrytimes.com
WASHINGTON — Exports had quite an impact on the poultry industry in 2020, stemming from increases in demand and trade, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Two major markets, Mexico and China, were notable regarding the broiler, egg and turkey segments, the USDA’s Economic Research Service states in its recent “Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook” report.
A strong demand from Mexico increased the volume of egg and egg products from the U.S. last year by 3 percent, ERS notes. However, weaker demand for turkey caused a 10.5. . .