News Release Archive

USPOULTRY keeps the industry current on issues and communicates the important role the industry plays in the U.S. economy. Our news release archive currently holds 40 items and covers a four month time span. It is automatically updated as news items are added.

Injuries and Illnesses in Poultry Processing Fall Below All General Industry, Manufacturing and Food Manufacturing Levels Again

  • January 28, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

The incidence of occupational injuries and illnesses within the poultry sector’s slaughter and processing workforce has fallen below all general industry, manufacturing and food manufacturing levels again since the Department of Labor’s Bureau of...

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IPPE Recognizes Three Exhibitors with New Product Showcase “Best of the Best” Award

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY / IPPE
  • Hannah Keck

The 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) recognized three exhibitors with the New Product Showcase “Best of the Best” award. The award recognizes outstanding exhibitors who have set themselves apart by developing innovative...

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Latin American Poultry Summit 2026 Highlights Poultry Protein as a Pillar of Food Security and Innovation

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY / IPPE
  • Hannah Keck

The 2026 Latin American Poultry Summit brought together industry leaders, experts and innovators under the motto “Poultry Protein, we can’t live without it,” highlighting the essential role of poultry as the most accessible and sustainable source...

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Jamesway and USPOULTRY Continue Longstanding Support to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta with Donation at 2026 IPPE

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta recently received donations from Jamesway and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) during the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), in...

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Six Poultry Facilities Recognized with Frank Cruice Innovation in Safety & Health Award at 2026 IPPE

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council recognized six poultry facilities with the Frank Cruice Innovation in Safety & Health Award at the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The facilities earned recognition for...

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USPOULTRY Recognizes Five Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award Winners, One Finalist at 2026 IPPE

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

Five poultry farms were honored by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association during the annual Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award held at the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo. Presented...

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Griffith Elected 2026 U.S. Poultry & Egg Association Chair

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

Bill Griffith, chief operations officer for Peco Foods, Tuscaloosa, Ala., was elected chair of the board of directors of U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY). The board meeting was held during the International Poultry Expo, part of the...

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USPOULTRY Recognizes Mike Levengood as Industry Workhorse of the Year at IPPE

  • January 27, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

Mike Levengood, vice president, chief animal care officer and farmer relationship advocate for Perdue Farms, was named USPOULTRY’s Workhorse of the Year during the USPOULTRYs Chair’s Reception at the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2026...

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Six Industry Leaders Receive USPOULTRY Lamplighter Award

  • January 26, 2026
  • USPOULTRY
  • Hannah Keck

U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) presented the organization’s annual Lamplighter Award to six individuals at the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The award pays...

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Dr. Nikki Shariat Honored with the USPOULTRY Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award

  • January 26, 2026
  • FOUNDATION
  • Hannah Keck

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation recognized Dr. Nikki Shariat as the recipient of the annual Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award. Dr. Shariat is an associate professor in the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center, Department of...

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