Thursday, April 2, 2026

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AFIA board installs new leadership and advocates for animal food industry in Washington

ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Feed Industry Association’s Board of Directors recently concluded its annual spring meeting in Washington, D.C., where they advocated for...

State reactions to USDA’s $14.5M inspection funding increase

WASHINGTON — U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced an increase of $14.5 million in funding to reimburse states for meat and poultry inspection...

Government cancels about $766M in funding to Moderna for human bird flu vaccine

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration announces that it is cancelling approximately $766 million in funding to Moderna regarding its human H5N1 avian influenza vaccine. The...

El Pollo Loco continues its 50th anniversary with brand refresh

COSTA MESA, Calif. — El Pollo Loco announces a comprehensive brand refresh for this year’s 50th anniversary. The company is leaning into its passion...

DCA awards undergraduate and graduate scholarships to 12 Delmarva students

GEORGETOWN, Del. — The Delmarva Chicken Association has granted scholarships totaling $23,500 to 12 students pursuing college and graduate studies connected to careers in...

Rabobank: Will a trade war burn the summer BBQ season?

NEW YORK — Rabobank releases its annual BBQ Index just in time for grilling season. Rabobank's analyst findings outline that the cherished summer ritual...

UPDATE: Rollins announces $21M investment for NWS eradication efforts

WASHINGTON — USDA announces investment in a fruit fly production facility in Mexico to help combat the New World Screwworm (NWS). “Our partnership with Mexico...

CoBank: trade uncertainty depressing new-crop sales of U.S. corn and soybeans

DENVER — Ongoing uncertainty about the direction of international trade policy is clouding the outlook for U.S. grain elevators and merchandisers, CoBank analysts note,...

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