Poultry

Brazil Potash Receives Mine Installation License to Start Project Construction of the Autazes Potash Project in Brazil

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

MANAUS, Brazil, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brazil Potash Corp. (“Brazil Potash” or the “Company”) is excited to announce the Amazon State Environmental Protection Institute (IPAAM), has granted the mine Installation License for the Autazes Potash Project (the “Project”) to the 100% owned Brazilian subsidiary Potassio do Brasil, allowing for construction to commence.

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  • MANAUS, Brazil, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brazil Potash Corp. (“Brazil Potash” or the “Company”) is excited to announce the Amazon State Environmental Protection Institute (IPAAM), has granted the mine Installation License for the Autazes Potash Project (the “Project”) to the 100% owned Brazilian subsidiary Potassio do Brasil, allowing for construction to commence.
  • The Company expects to start construction with the awarding of contracts for mine surface works and shaft construction.
  • Now, with the License approval, Brazil can produce this essential mineral for its farmers in country, by-passing the risk and costs of imports.
  • Potash is extremely important to efficiently grow food as it strengthens the stem of plants to make them more resilient to stresses caused by drought, extreme temperatures, and insect infestation.

L-Nutra Reveals World's First Patent-Pending Protein Formula for Healthy Aging to Pioneer Nutrition-Focused Health Solutions

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a remarkable leap forward for nutrition and healthy aging, L-Nutra , the leading nutrition technology company, proudly introduces the world's first patent-pending protein designed to support healthy aging – L-Protein .

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a remarkable leap forward for nutrition and healthy aging, L-Nutra , the leading nutrition technology company, proudly introduces the world's first patent-pending protein designed to support healthy aging – L-Protein .
  • This first-of-its-kind protein formula was developed by L-Nutra to support muscle function and healthspan.
  • Similarly, inadequate protein intake, as demonstrated in some strict vegan diets, does not produce enough of the necessary growth factors for optimal muscle support and healthy aging.
  • L-Protein is another nutritional milestone to complement the healthy aging benefits of the Prolon Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) , L-Nutra's flagship program.

Chuck Hughes Calls for Canadians to Do It More Often

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

"The Do it More Often campaign is a bit cheeky and uses humour to encourage Canadians to get out of their turkey rut," said Darren Ference, Chair, Turkey Farmers of Canada.

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  • "The Do it More Often campaign is a bit cheeky and uses humour to encourage Canadians to get out of their turkey rut," said Darren Ference, Chair, Turkey Farmers of Canada.
  • "Turkey does cook a bit differently and that's why we teamed up with Chef Chuck Hughes to share tips and techniques to set Canadians up for a great weeknight turkey experience."
  • The new ad campaign encourages Canadians to visit DoItMoreOften.ca to get Hughes' recipes and watch his series of entertaining and educational cooking technique videos for the perfect turkey tacos, meatballs and sheet pan dinner.
  • For recipes by Chef Hughes, turkey cooking techniques and more, Canadians can visit DoItMoreOften.ca or follow along on Think Turkey's Instagram channel ( @CanadianTurkey ) and its other social media platforms.

Press release - Deal on trade support for Ukraine with more protection for EU farmers

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

These unilateral trade liberalisation measures will help stabilise the Ukrainian economy and facilitate the country’s gradual integration into the EU’s internal market.

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  • These unilateral trade liberalisation measures will help stabilise the Ukrainian economy and facilitate the country’s gradual integration into the EU’s internal market.
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    Rapporteur Sandra Kalniete (EPP, LV) said: "The ripple effects of Russia's relentless targeting of Ukraine and its economy are being felt by EU farmers.
  • Under this new agreement with the Council, we have fortified safeguards to protect EU farmers in case of market turbulence sparked by Ukrainian imports.
  • The current trade measures expire on 5 June 2024, and new regulations should enter into force immediately following this date.

Focus group on veterinary pharmacovigilance reporting in poultry, European Medicines Agency, Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 11 October 2023

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Date

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  • Date
    - Wednesday, 11 October 2023
    Location
    - European Medicines Agency, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
    Event summary
    The European Medicines Agency has a coordinating role in the EU pharmacovigilance system and operates services and processes to support veterinary pharmacovigilance activities.
  • This entails surveillance of adverse events, including lack of expected efficacy reported after veterinary medicinal products are used in practice, to safeguard animal and public health and the environment.
  • The Agency is hosting a Focus Group meeting with specialists in poultry veterinary science (veterinarians or other healthcare professionals) to facilitate reporting of adverse events.
  • This meeting is a follow-up to the 2016 focus group meeting held with EU veterinarians specialised in food-producing animals, on the promotion of pharmacovigilance reporting.

Perdue Farms Named One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Salisbury, MD, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Perdue Farms has been recognized as one of America's greatest workplaces for job starters in 2024 by Newsweek, the only agricultural company and one of only two Meat, Poultry & Fish companies awarded this distinction.

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  • Salisbury, MD, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Perdue Farms has been recognized as one of America's greatest workplaces for job starters in 2024 by Newsweek, the only agricultural company and one of only two Meat, Poultry & Fish companies awarded this distinction.
  • This award is a testament to Perdue Farms’ commitment to providing all its associates a safe, supportive and healthy work environment where they have the chance to learn and grow every day.
  • “We are immensely proud to receive this recognition from Newsweek and remain steadfast in our commitment to attracting and developing talent, early in their careers,” said Julie Katigan, Chief Human Resources Officer at Perdue Farms.
  • By continuously fostering a culture that empowers young professionals, we ensure Perdue Farms will thrive well into its second century of business.”
    Newsweek’s annual ranking, “America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters,” conducted in partnership with data-intelligence firm, Plant-A, presents a comprehensive listing of organizations excelling in cultivating young talent.

All Walks® Launches Litter Made from Industrial Hemp Hurd and Upcycled Cereal Grains Providing a Plant-based Rapidly Renewable Alternative to Traditional Clay-based Litter

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Hemp bedding is more than four times as absorbent as wood fibers and will not break down into muck when saturated.

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  • Hemp bedding is more than four times as absorbent as wood fibers and will not break down into muck when saturated.
  • This provides for easier cleaning along with better odor control and more time between cleanings.
  • As the most absorbent natural cellulose on the planet, when hemp hurd is used it lasts longer, has better odor control and is easier to clean than other alternatives,” added Gnecco.
  • “Our products are made from industrial hemp stalks grown on American farms, creating regenerative crop rotation benefiting the soil and the families who nurture them.

TAYLOR FARMS PACIFIC RECALLS KROGER BRAND READY-TO-EAT APPLE WALNUT WITH CHICKEN SALAD BOWL PRODUCTS DUE TO MISBRANDING AND UNDECLARED ALLERGEN

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

Taylor Farms Pacific, a Tracy, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 19,976 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) apple walnut with chicken salad bowl products due to misbranding and undeclared wheat allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

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  • Taylor Farms Pacific, a Tracy, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 19,976 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) apple walnut with chicken salad bowl products due to misbranding and undeclared wheat allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  • The RTE apple walnut with chicken salad bowl products were produced from Feb. 28, 2024, through March 9, 2024.
  • clear plastic bowl containers with “kroger APPLE WALNUT WITH CHICKEN SALAD KIT FOR ONE” with use by dates of 03/12/24 through 03/22/24, lot codes TFPM059B41, TFPM060B41, TFPM061A41, TFPM062A41, TFPM063B41, TFPM064A41, TFPM064B41, TFPM065A41, TFPM066A41, TFPM067A41, TFPM068A41, TFPM069B42, and TFPM071A41.
  • The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-34013” below the use by date and lot code.

Could python farming offer hope for global food security impacted by climate change?

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

CAIRNS, Australia, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New research suggests farming pythons could offer a viable alternative to conventional livestock in parts of the world where the challenges of the climate crisis, pandemics, and degradation of agricultural land are undermining global food production.

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  • CAIRNS, Australia, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New research suggests farming pythons could offer a viable alternative to conventional livestock in parts of the world where the challenges of the climate crisis, pandemics, and degradation of agricultural land are undermining global food production.
  • Dr Natusch is the Chair of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Snake Specialist Group, comprising the world’s foremost snake experts.
  • “Global food security is predicted to worsen with climate change, and the agricultural sector will also suffer increasing compound effects from infectious diseases and diminishing natural resources,” Dr Natusch said.
  • Video Interview with Dr Dan Natusch: https://we.tl/t-38IfrKHo1T
    Video Interview with Dr Pat Aust: https://we.tl/t-3ijoXec6a5
    Video Footage of python farms: https://we.tl/t-NMuLR0HnOT
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Spring Holidays are a Treat, Don't Let Bacteria Ruin Your Feast

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

This provides an extended opportunity for foodborne illness to ruin major holiday dishes.

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  • This provides an extended opportunity for foodborne illness to ruin major holiday dishes.
  • In a recent USDA study , 96% of handwashing attempts failed due to not including all the necessary steps .
  • Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water before and after handling food and when switching between ingredients.
  • Cross-contamination is the spread of bacteria from raw meat and poultry onto ready-to-eat food, surfaces, and utensils.