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USDA publishes GIPSA rule All details concerning WASHINGTON — USDA has published the final rule implementing the 2008 Farm Bill provisions “to better protect” livestock producers and poultry growers under the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA). “As I travel throughout the countryside, I often hear from farmers and ranchers about their concerns with the marketplace becoming more concentrated,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. “While concentration certainly comes with some efficiencies, Congress recognized in the 2008 Farm Bill that additional protections for producers are warranted,” Vilsack said, adding that the rule “will implement these targeted protections and help provide more fairness and transparency in the marketplace.” The provisions in the final rule

were required by the 2008 Farm Bill and modified from a June 22, 2010 proposed rule. These sections include criteria the secretary may consider when determining: l Whether a live poultry dealer has provided reasonable notice to poultry growers of any suspension of the delivery of birds, l Whether a requirement of additional capital investments over the life of a poultry growing arrangement or swine production contract constitutes a violation

of the Packers and Stockyards Act, and l If a packer, swine contractor, or live poultry dealer has provided a reasonable period of time for a grower to remedy a breach of contract that could lead to termination of a production contract. The rule also includes a section requiring contracts that require the use of arbitration to include language on the signature page that allows the producer or grower to decline arbitration and provides criteria the secretary may consider when determining if the arbitration process provided in a contract provides a meaningful opportunity for growers and producers to participate fully in the arbitration process. National Chicken Council President Mike Brown noted

lab-made bird flu not revealed The Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The U.S. government paid scientists to figure out how the deadly bird flu virus might mutate to become a bigger threat to people — and two labs succeeded in creating new strains that are easier to spread. On Dec. 20, federal officials took the unprecedented step of asking those scientists not to publicize all the details of how they did it. The worry: That this research with lots of potential to help the public might also be hijacked by would-be bioterrorists. The labs found that it appears easier than scientists had thought for the so-called H5N1 bird flu to evolve in a way that lets it spread easily between at least some mammals.

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Georgia governor welcomes IPE/IFE ATLANTA — Georgia Governor Nathan Deal has joined with the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau in officially welcoming the International Poultry Expo and the International Feed Expo to Georgia. In a letter to the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, which sponsors the Expo, the governor said: “On behalf of the State of Georgia, I would like to welcome all expo attendees, exhibitors and special guests. The International Poultry and Feed Expo showcases industry developments including advancements in feed milling, hatchery, live produc-

tion, processing, marketing and all other support activities. “ T h i s year’s conference will serve as a forum to disDeal cuss important contributions to agriculture innovation and investment. I look forward to working with your organization as we continue to strengthen the poultry and egg industry in

Georgia and across the country. “I would also like to thank the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association for choosing our capital to host this year’s expo. Atlanta is a beautiful city providing many attractions, including fine dining and historic sites. We hope you have the opportunity to enjoy Atlanta’s sites and experience the hospitality that is so much a part of our everyday lives. As you address the issues on your agenda, I am confident you will enjoy your time here in Atlanta. Best wishes for an enjoyable and successful expo.”

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Expo exhibitor floor: Approximately 900 exhibitors and 20,000 attendees from all across the U.S., and the world will be on hand for the International Poultry Expo/International Feed Expo at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Jan. 24-26.

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Glisson to lead USPOULTRY research program TUCKER, Ga. — U.S. Poultry & Egg Harold E. Ford Foundation has announced the appointment of Dr. John Glisson as director of its research program. He succeeds Dr. Henry Marks, who is retiring. Glisson will administer the association’s comprehensive research program that encompasses all components of poultry and egg production and processing. He will work with the foundation’s Research Advisory Committee, receiving and evaluating research proposals and making recommendations to the board of directors for funding approval. More than $22 million has been invested in research funding during the last 20 years. Glisson he recently retired as head of the Department of Population Health at the University of Georgia. He had also been head

of the Department of Avian Medicine, and was associate dean of Public Service and Outreach at UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a Glisson past president of the American Association of Avian Pathologists. He received his bachelor or science degree in biology from Valdosta State; and his doctor of veterinary medicine degree, master of avian medicine and doctorate in medical microbiology from the University of Georgia. “We are pleased to have Dr. Glisson join us in this vital research role. He has a very distinguished career

and has been an active member of the research community, sharing and reaching out to industry. We look forward to his contribution to our research efforts,” said USPOULTRY Foundation chairman Steve Willardsen, Cargill Value Added Meats, Wichita, Kan. “U.S. Poultry & Egg Association welcomes Dr. Glisson as our research director. We are excited

that John’s background will carry us into the future in shepherding our research program to ensure that our industry remains competitive,” remarked John Starkey, USPOULTRY president. “We also thank Dr. Marks for his service to the foundation research program over the last two years. We look forward to continuing to work with Henry,”

Starkey said. “The USPOULTRY Foundation research program is an important source of support for innovation for the U.S. poultry industry. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to be involved in the future achievements of the research program,” commented Glisson.

International Buyer Program a part of 2012 IPE/IFE ATLANTA — The 2012 International Poultry Expo and International Feed Expo is again a member of the U.S. Commercial Service’s International Buyer Program. The International Business Center will be located in Building B of the Georgia World Congress Center. Hours are: Monday, Jan. 23, 1-5 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 24-25, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Thursday, Jan. 26, 7:30 a.m.-3

p.m. Through the U.S. Commercial Service’s network of offices in U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide, the IBP recruits prescreened foreign buyer delegations and brings them to selected trade shows in the U.S., connecting U.S. companies with international buyers. International trade specialists from the Department of Commerce will be on-site and the

Hong Kong culls chickens to battle H5N1

International Business Center to provide export counseling, matchmaking services, market analysis and more. Services available for the international visitor include interpreters, import-export counseling, matchmaking, a lounge and a welcome reception. A Export Interest Directory, which includes information on U.S. companies, will also be distributed to all international buyers to aid in their search for products.

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HONG KONG — Hong Kong health authorities are slaughtering more than 17,000 chickens at a market after a chicken carcass there was found to be infected with bird flu. Officials in the southern Chinese city said Dec. 20 that the bird tested positive for the dangerous H5N1 strain of avian influenza. They have also banned live poultry imports for three weeks and are trying to determine whether the infected chicken was imported or came from one of Hong Kong’s 30 chicken farms. Agricultural officials have inspected all 30 farms but found nothing unusual. H5N1 occasionally infects people who have close contact with infected poultry, particularly in parts of Asia. Globally, 331 people have died from bird flu since it was first detected in 2003.

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Industry seeks talks on India’s U.S. poultry ban WASHINGTON — The USA Poultry & Egg Export Council and the National Chicken Council have formally requested that U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack begin consultations with the government of India in the World Trade Organization (WTO) for India’s longstanding prohibition on the import of U.S. poultry. Despite being one of the 23 founding countries of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which became

the WTO, India has done as little as any nation to open its border to trade or to abide by multilateral trade rules, the two groups said. They added that such a stand is ironic, because the purpose of the GATT/WTO has been to liberalize trade through market access and fair and predictable trade rules. India has used a variety of excuses and erected trade barriers over many decades to deny access to U.S. poultry. Primarily, since 2006 India has had a ban on poultry imports from any country that has re-

ported any incident of avian influenza, irrespective of its pathogenicity. This protectionist posture is inconsistent with accepted international standards, and has no health or safety justification. While international protocols such as those adopted by the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), as well as the health rules of most countries engaged in international trade, clearly distinguish between low-pathogenic AI and highly pathogenic AI, India makes no such distinction.

MTGA accepting applications for Ranelius scholarship BUFFALO, Minn. — The Minnesota Turkey Growers Association is pleased to announce its 2012 Ranelius Scholarship Program, designed to encourage students enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution in Minnesota to prepare for a career in some phase of the turkey industry. A total of $5,000 is available for scholarship awards. (Actual scholarship amount given out to worthy recipient(s) will be designated by MTGA Board of Directors, based on eligibility and criteria.) Eligibility — The MTGA scholarship recipient(s) must be a citizen of the state of Minnesota and either be enrolled or plan to be enrolled in a post high school educational program that will prepare them for employment in some phase of the poultry industry. While there are no restrictions on the major or program selected, it must provide suitable training for the applicant’s stated career goals. Preference will be given to applicants who have not previously received an MTGA scholarship, and who are either members of the MTGA, or who are family members or employees of members of the MTGA. Judging Criteria — The selection of the

scholarship recipient will be made by an MTGA Board of Directors and based on the applications received. The committee may withhold the scholarship award if there are insufficient worthy applicants. An applicant’s scholastic record is a major factor. Experience, activities and honors received will be considered. The applicant’s demonstrated interest in the poultry industry, as reflected by past activities and a statement of career plans are also important considerations. Application — The application consists of a 3-page listing of requested information (format provided by the MTGA); a 1-page written statement from the applicant; and one letter of recommendation. Deadline — The deadline for receiving entries is February 15, 2012. Mail entries to: Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, Scholarship Selection Committee, 108 Marty Drive, Buffalo, Minn. 55313. Additional information and applications can be obtained at http://www.minnesotaturkey. com/education; or contact Matt Herdering, MTGA ag program specialist at 763-682-2171; fax: 763-682-5546; or e-mail: matt@minnesotaturkey.com.

“In our view, India’s posture is thinly guised protectionism,” said USAPEEC President Jim Sumner. “The Indian economy is growing rapidly, as is its standard of living and its consumption of poultry. It is projected that India will soon be the world’s most populous country, and its people must have continued access to an ample supply of affordable protein.” “U.S. broiler chicken companies and the farm families that grow broiler chickens are committed to the responsible production of food that is safe, affordable and abundant for consumers in the United States and around the world,” said National Chicken Council President Mike Brown. “As the middle class in India continues to expand, and the market moves more toward commercial poultry, the United States should be afforded the opportunity to compete fairly with our products in this growing market.” NCC and USAPEEC noted

that while there are important principles at issue, there are also important trade possibilities. “We believe that if India were to open its market and to apply international rules fairly, our industry could compete effectively,” the groups said in a statement. The current Indian market for poultry is about 2.6 million metric tons annually, and is growing at 8 percent to 10 percent per year. “We estimate that if trade with India were liberalized, annual U.S. poultry exports could exceed $300 million.” The organizations said they believe that India’s actions constitute a clear disregard for international trade rules and its obligations under those rules. They have formally requested the USTR and USDA engage in consultations with India under article XXIII of the GATT and to initiate dispute settlement if India does not bring its import regime into compliance with international rules and standards.

Ala. hen producers voting on referendum MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama hen owners who qualify will soon be voting to continue the state’s check-off for both broilers and eggs. The 2011 Penny-A-Hen referendum is being conducted by mail from Dec. 22 through Jan. 23. Ballots must be postmarked by Jan. 23, and received in the Alabama Poultry & Egg Association office by Jan. 30. Owners of hens, including breeder hens, who own 3,000 or more hens, shall be subject to the assessment and eligible to vote in the referendum, the associated noted. Eligible Alabama hen owners who do not receive a ballot should call the AP&EA office at 334-265-2732.

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USPOULTRY supports today’s poultry industry By Gary Cooper

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ATLANTA — It has been an honor and privilege to serve as chairman for U.S. Poultry & Egg Association this year. Through the association’s Cooper efforts, we continue to pursue our objective of being the poultry and egg industry’s association leader in research, technical assistance, education and communication. The association reaches out to our members and the entire industry through the annual International Poultry Expo and International Feed Expo in Atlanta, the most recognized event produced through the association. Industry leaders, purchasing managers and decision makers throughout the United States and around the world assemble Gary Cooper, chief operating officer for Cooper Farms, Oakwood, Ohio, is the 2011 chairman of the U.S. Poultry& Egg Association.

each year to view the current technology and materials used in the production and processing of poultry, egg and feed products. All segments of today’s poultry and feed industries are represented, including feed milling, hatchery, layers, live production,

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and organization meetings. The Expo is an important event for our members, the poultry and feed industries and the association. This year’s Expo will be held Jan. 24-26, at the Georgia World Congress Center. The Expo is the association’s primary revenue source, enabling USPOULTRY to serve the industry in a variety of ways. Proceeds from the Expo are reinvested directly back into the industry. For 2011, approximately $2 million was funneled into programs such as research grants, education and training programs, communication and technical assistance. Industry research remains a major beneficiary of funds generated via the Expo. Since 1969, more than $23 million has been invested in research projects to benefit all phases of the poultry and egg industry. Research funding through both the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association and the

and other educators. In addition, USPOULTRY developed a PreTrip, Post-Trip Inspection Driver Training video for member companies. The video is designed to help drivers develop a consistent procedure to thoroughly inspect commercial motor vehicles. It is intended to help newer drivers develop a standard procedure to follow, as well as remind experienced drivers of the importance of a thorough inspection procedure. The video was developed

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USPOULTRY and IPE receive contribution TUCKER, Ga. — The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association recently received a contribution from Wyndham Jade, the association’s official housing authority for the International Poultry Expo and International Feed Expo. The check was presented by Randi Benner, vice president of sales, who commented, “We value our 11-year partnership with IPE and welcome the opportunity to support the Expo.” “We sincerely appreciate Wyndham Jade’s contribution. We have enjoyed our partnership with Wyndham Jade over the years and are pleased with the continued

concern and attention they have shown to our IPE attendees,” said John Starkey, president of USPOULTRY. The contribution will be used to offset the association’s transportation expenses incurred during IPE. This will allow the association to conserve proceeds from the Expo to better serve the industry. U.S. Poultry & Egg Association is an all-feather organization representing the complete spectrum of today’s poultry industry, with a focus on serving member companies through research, education, communication and technical assistance. Founded in 1947, the association is based in Tucker, Ga.

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Contribution: Randi Benner, vice president of sales for Wyndham Jade Housing Authority, presented a check to John Starkey, president of U.S. Poultry & Egg Association as a contribution from the housing authority toward the 2012 International Poultry Expo. Dr. Charlie Olentine and Carol Hanson, both of USPOULTRY, joined in the presentation. Pictured are, left to right, Olentine, Benner, Hanson and Starkey.

Perdue AgriBusiness, Fibrowatt partner on Clean Bay power SALISBURY, Md. — Perdue AgriBusiness Inc., in partnership with Fibrowatt LLC, has submitted a proposal to the state of Maryland in response to the State’s Clean Bay Power Request for Proposal. The Fibrowatt/Perdue AgriBusiness proposal calls for a combined heat and power biomass boiler operation to be located at the Perdue AgriBusiness Zion Church Road complex near Salisbury, Md. The proposed facility will provide 10 megawatts of electricity to the state as well as up to 70,000 pounds per hour of steam to the Perdue AgriBusiness complex. The renewable fuel source will be a combination of poultry litter, layer hen manure, wood chips and other locally sourced biomass. Perdue said the proposed project is another step forward in the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility through its renewable/alternative energy initiatives, including solar power installations, biomass energy partnerships and a litter-to-energy initiative. Perdue AgriBusiness currently uses fossil fuel to generate steam, which provides heat during various steps of soybean processing and poultry feed

manufacturing. For the past two years a team has conducted a thorough review of available technologies to convert poultry litter to energy, meeting with more than 45 companies and evaluating five technology categories in the course of its review. “Our conclusion at this point is that the only commercially viable technology is combustion. The other technologies, while promising to varying degrees, represent a significant risk of project failure compared to combustion,” said Perdue AgriBusiness President Dick Willey. The Clean Bay Energy program makes sense based on Perdue AgriBusiness’ track record of providing alternatives for land application of poultry litter and experience in alternative energy projects, the company said. In 2001, Perdue AgriBusiness established a subsidiary, Perdue AgriRecycle LLC, which converts poultry litter to a pasteurized, pelletized organic fertilizer. This provides poultry growers with an important management alternative for their litter. Since its establishment, Perdue AgriRecycle has shipped approximately 12 mil-

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Tyson pledges more than $1M to United Way SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods’ offices and operations in northwest Arkansas and in the Sioux City, Iowa, metropolitan area together pledged more than $1.03 million for two chapters of United Way during recent fundraising campaigns, Tyson officials said. “Our first cultural tenet at Tyson is, ‘We care about each other,’” said Bernard Leonard, group vice president of food service at Tyson and chairman of the United Way campaign for northwest Arkansas. “I’m proud to say our team members have shown they care for each other many times during the United Way capital campaign this year.” Tyson has encouraged its team members to contribute to United Way for many years and the company matches 25 percent of each employee’s voluntary contributions. Tyson’s gifts will help United Way carry out its work of mobilizing resources to effectively meet needs around education, financial stability and health in northwest Arkansas and in Siouxland, which consists of the southeast corner of South Dakota, the northeast corner of Nebraska and northwest Iowa, the company said. A total of $670,000 in contributions and pledges to the recent campaign were made by Tyson team members in Benton, Madison and Washington counties in northwest Arkansas and McDonald County in southwest Missouri. The total was 34 percent higher than in 2010. The Northwest Arkansas chapter’s total 2010 grants, allocations and expenses to run programs that directly impact the communities in its coverage area were valued at more than $3 million, the company added. “We have been blown away by Tyson’s generosity, participation and the spirit exhibited this year in this campaign,” said Mike Williams, vice president of resource development for United Way of Northwest Arkansas. “The company’s gifts to United Way are empowering us to help thousands of people in Northwest Arkansas

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Butterball LLC partnering with Culinary Institute GARNER, N.C. — Butterball LLC has announced its support of The Culinary Institute of America as the Gift-in-Kind (GIK) turkey provider through July 31, 2012. As a GIK supporter of the college, Butterball will donate turkeys for a one-year period to be utilized in the CIA’s top educational curriculum at its three United States campuses located in Hyde Park, N.Y.; Saint Helena, Calif.; and San Antonio, Tex. “As one of America’s most recognized and respected brands, Butterball is a leader in culinary excellence and is dedicated to promoting the safe preparation of delicious and nutritious meals,” said Master Chef Tony Seta, director of culinary services at Butterball. “We are pleased to offer our high quality, wholesome turkey products to help the CIA in its mission to raise the standard of food preparation and provide an exceptional culinary education.” Through the GIK program, students will receive the opportunity to cook with Butterball’s premium turkey products, while already learning about proper food safety practices and turkey preparation techniques in the CIA’s industryleading curriculum. For more than six decades, the CIA has been setting the standard in professional culinary education, officials noted. The independent, not-for-profit college offers bachelor’s and associate degrees in culinary arts and baking and pastry arts and certificate programs in culinary arts, Latin cuisines, and wine and

beverage studies. Currently enrolling more than 2,800 students from virtually every U.S. state and 30 countries in its degree programs, the CIA offers students a broad base of knowledge and skills to prepare them to be effective professionals and leaders in the food world. More information can be obtained at http://www.ciachef.edu.

Safe hours Also, Butterball LLC’s Carthage, Mo., facility has achieved 4 million worker hours without a lost-time injury. This accomplishment represents more than three and a half years of outstanding safety performance by the facility’s associates and further demonstrates the company’s award-winning employee safety program, the company said. “Reaching this milestone demonstrates Butterball’s commitment to providing safe working conditions and preventing worker injuries throughout the company,” said Rod Brenneman, president and CEO of Butterball LLC. “As an industry leader, Butterball enforces strict guidelines and a world-class safety program to ensure safe work environments. We are proud of our Carthage facility management and associates for their strong focus and dedication to support a safe and injury-free workplace.” The turkey producer’s Carthage location consistently delivers safety performance that exceeds poultry industry standards as compiled by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, officials noted. Adopting standards developed by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Voluntary Protection Program (OSHA VPP), Butterball implements a reputable safety program that has secured numerous accolades from national and local organizations. The facility’s honors include OSHA VPP Star Among Stars certification for three consecutive years, which certifies the facility maintains an incident rate of 50

percent or better than the industry average; the Award of Merit by the American Meat Institute (AMI); and Award of Distinction by the National Joint Poultry Safety and Health Council.

Zaxby’s named champion of learning ATHENS, Ga. — Zaxby’s Franchising Inc. of Athens, Ga., has been named a 2011 Champion of Learning in recognition of its commitment to workplace learning and understanding of its impact on organizational and employee performance. Locally, Zaxby’s Franchising employs 175 in Athens, and specializes in prepared-at-order chicken fingers, wings, salads, sandwiches, and other items. The designation, given by the Greater Atlanta Chapter of the American Society for Training & Development, is awarded to Georgia-based organizations who through their workplace learning programs have demonstrated a deep understanding that the most important asset in a knowledgebased economy is talent and that a skilled workforce is the key to realizing results, the group noted. Recently, Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal recognized the contributions of professionals who make the state’s highly skilled workforce a reality and declared Dec. 5-9, 2011, as Employee Learning Week in the state of Georgia. The new, annual Employee Learning Week (ELW) observance enables the public to recognize organizations that are (Continued on next page)

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committed to learning throughout the year. “Businesses and organizations that are committed to creating a highly skilled workforce recognize the competitive advantage employee education gives them,” said Mark Myette, president of the Greater Atlanta Chapter of ASTD. “We’re pleased to award this designation to Zaxby’s Franchising, Inc. for their commitment and realization of the benefits of workplace learning.” Zaxby’s stated that it, “has always supported learning from the very first location to number 540 today. Our organization’s second core value is developing talent. Zaxby’s maintains a best-in-class approach to the design, development and delivery of training to ensure our licensee audience receives the best training possible.” More information can be obtained at http://www.zaxbys. com.

Aviagen hosts animal health officials at lab HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Recently, Aviagen hosted animal health officials from Tennessee, the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP), and the USDA at its new Veterinary Services Laboratory. The group of animal health officials included: Dr. Charles Hatcher, Tennessee state veterinarian; Dr. K. Mark Krause, USDA Area Veterinarian in Charge; Dr. Ed McKinley, director, Kord, Tenn., State Diagnostic Laboratory; Dr. Jill Johnson, field staff veterinarian, Southern Middle, Tenn.; Tina Rogers, Tenn.-NPIP state representative; Kaye Tipton, serology lab supervisor, Kord, Tenn., State Diagnostic Laboratory. Discussions centered on Aviagen’s active participation and compliance with the NPIP cat-

egories for Meat Type Primary Breeding Stock, the health certification process for exports, the large volumes of testing performed following the provisions-diagnostic procedures in the NPIP programs, proficiency and training of lab employees, and potential opportunities for diagnostic support from the Tennessee State Diagnostic Laboratory, the company noted. “The Aviagen Veterinary Team was very pleased to host these (Tennessee) State and Federal animal health professionals with who we maintain a close working relationship.” said Dr. Gregorio Rosales, Aviagen vice president of veterinary services. “The visit and discussions served to reinforce Aviagen’s commitment to meet and exceed the poultry health requirements for domestic and international trade of meat type breeding stock.” The Aviagen Veterinary Services Laboratory in Alabama is an authorized National Poultry Improvement Plan Laboratory and reflects the company’s dedication to ensuring the health status of its breeding stock and products, and its support of the broiler industry’s efforts to promote food safety, the company said. More information can be obtained at http://www.aviagen. com.

Adisseo progressing on China methionine plant ANTONY, France — Adisseo says construction is progressing well on its new, fully integrated methionine plant at the Nanjing Chemical Industrial Park, Jiangsu Province, The Peoples Republic of China. The plant is being built in conjunction with Adisseo’s parent company China National Bluestar. The plant will begin production of its Rhodimet® AT 88 at the plant

7 in two phases. The first phase is planned for April 2013 with the production of 70 thousand metric tons of Rhodimet AT 88 per year. The plant’s full capacity, 140 thousand metric tons per year, is scheduled to be realized in the second phase, the company said. The new plant converts basic raw materials such as propylene and sulphur to intermediate products and then to liquid methionine. Construction began in August 2010. More than 1,200 workers are currently employed in plant construction at the site. Asia, and China in particular, are fast growing areas for poultry production and thus methionine consumption, the company said, adding that, Adisseo is committed to serving its customers and to assisting them in their own long-term expansion. Worldwide, Adisseo Group employs 1,400 people, has five research and development divisions and seven production facilities in France, Spain and the U.S. Its global distribution network covers more than 2,500 clients in more than 100 countries. In 2010, the group’s sales exceeded $1.4 billion. Also, in October, Adisseo acquired Innov’ia, a European leaders in the design and contract processing of powdered and granulated ingredients for the food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals industries, the company said.

Bunge NA forms Canadian joint venture ST. LOUIS — Bunge North America, the North American operating arm of Bunge Ltd., has announced that it has created a joint venture company with Twin Rivers Technologies Enterprises de Transformation de Graines Oleagineuses du Quebec Inc. (TRT-ETGO), a subsidiary of Felda Global Ventures Holdings of Malaysia. The joint venture, Bunge ETGO L.P., will combine the commercial activities related to the crushing and refining operations of Bunge’s

Business Hamilton, Ontario plant and TRTETGO’s plant located in Becancour, Quebec, company officials noted. “This joint venture creates an organization that can more effectively serve the growing demand for canola and soybean meal and oil in the domestic and export markets,” said Rick Watson, Bunge’s country manager in Canada. “Managing the commercial aspects of both facilities as a single company provides a number of efficiencies, reducing the overall cost of running both facilities.” The combined crush capacity of Bunge ETGO is 2 million tons per year. Both plants are able to crush either canola seed or soybeans. While Bunge and TRT-ETGO will continue to own and operate their respective facilities, the joint venture will be responsible for all com-

mercial aspects of the business including oilseed procurement, product sales and risk management, the companies added. “We are excited to combine our commercial activities with Bunge. Bunge ETGO will honor all open contracts and the new commercial team looks forward to providing new marketing opportunities for customers,” said Wira Adam, acting CEO of TRT-ETGO. “While the new commercial team includes employees from both companies, TRT-ETGO will be closing its trading office in Montreal and relocating a few employees to Becancour or the joint venture’s office in Oakville, Ontario.” Financial terms of the transaction are not being disclosed. More information can be obtained at http://www.bungenorthamerica. com.

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who are heading into the holidays with no hope.” Tyson Fresh Meats — which is headquartered in Dakota Dunes, S.D., and has offices and a plant in Dakota City, Neb. — pledged a total of $360,550 to United Way of Siouxland. More than 1,100 team members increased their individual voluntary contributions from the previous year. The Siouxland chapter’s total 2010-11 grants, allocations and in-kind gifts given back into its community service area were valued at more than $2.54 million. “Tyson is the largest contributor to our campaign. Thanks to their support, we’ve been able to make lasting positive changes in our community that benefit us all,” said Tim Stiles, president of United Way of Siouxland. “Our relationship with Tyson is outstanding and they always are there to help through giving, volunteering or advocating.” “The fact that more than $1 million is going back into our corporate communities to create positive change in peoples’ lives is one of the things that makes this a great company,” said Kelly Cherkas, production planner and chairman of the United Way campaign for Tyson Fresh Meats. “We truly are making a difference.” More information about United Way can be obtained at http:// liveunited.org.

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lion pounds of nitrogen and 7.5 million pounds of phosphorous (P2O5) out of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Through Perdue AgriRecycle, Perdue AgriBusiness is the largest buyer of poultry litter in Maryland. In addition, Perdue AgriBusiness has experience in a variety of alternative/renewable energy projects, sourcing feedstock and/or partnering with other companies on biodiesel, ethanol, solar and biomass projects. Perdue AgriBusiness currently has two biomass boiler operations (using wood, peanut hulls and cotton gin waste) in North

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Carolina. These are combined heat and power operations providing process steam and electricity. Fibrowatt’s management team has been developing and operating poultry-litter-fueled power plants for a total of 21 years. The company originated in the United Kingdom with the original poultrypowered plant consisting of a small boiler fueled on a test basis with poultry litter to provide heat to a local distillery. Following this first design, a 13 megawatt poultry-litter-fueled power plant in Eye, UK (the world’s first) was constructed, and two other subsequent plants (14 megawatt and 39 megawatt) were constructed before the team

came to the U.S. In 2007, Benson, Minn., became home to the U.S. first operating poultry litter plant, the Fibrominn Biomass Power Plant. The 55 megawatt power plant combusts more than 700,000 tons of litter and biomass annually. “We are excited about this project because it supports agriculture and the environment,” said Willey. “It supports both animal agriculture and crop production in Maryland by providing poultry growers an additional management alternative for their poultry litter yet keeping litter, a great fertilizer and soil amendment, available to crop producers for appropriate application.

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by USPOULTRY, working with a group of experienced poultry industry safety professionals. The association’s Food Safety and Production Program provides technical assistance to member companies in live production, processing, animal welfare and food safety. The program helps ensure the safety and quality of U.S. poultry meat and egg products and offers compliance consulting assistance through investigation, information sharing and industry advocacy. USPOULTRY is a leading source of regulatory expertise for our members. USPOULTRY’s Environmental Program is a leading industry resource for environmental management. The program offers technical assistance and training, such as the Poultry Wastewater Operators Training Program, in addition to environmental regulatory compliance consultation. The program recently developed a Carbon Footprint Estimation Toolkit CD for member companies. To demonstrate our commitment to environmental stewardship, the association also sponsors two annual environmental recognition awards, the Clean Water Award and the Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award. USPOULTRY also encourages today’s youth to become involved in the poultry industry. The USPOULTRY Foundation provides recruiting grants to colleges and universities to help attract students to their poultry programs or expose students in other majors to basic poultry courses. For 2011,

recruiting grants totaling more than $180,000 were approved to six U.S. universities with poultry science departments and 14 other institutions with poultry programs. The College Student Career Program, held in conjunction with the Expo, offers students the opportunity to network and interview for industry jobs and internships. Students are also given the opportunity to visit the exhibit floor to view the latest technological advancements offered by today’s poultry industry. The association also supports 4-H and FFA programs and sponsors college poultry judging competitions. U.S. Poultry & Egg Association is committed to its members, providing service and assistance for their ever-changing needs. A staff of dedicated specialists keeps the latest information at the forefront of our members. Through research, education, communication and technical assistance, we will continue to build a strong and united force with which to serve you. We work in a terrific industry, and I urge all of you to become more involved in it. Through our united efforts, we can be more effective at overcoming obstacles and creating solutions for the challenges we face daily and in the future. Working together, we can continue to grow and improve. We value and appreciate your continued support. Thank you for allowing me to serve our members and the poultry industry. We look forward to seeing you at IPE/IFE 2012 in January.

“Environmentally, this project will remove a significant amount of poultry litter from land application, thereby eliminating the risk of any portion of the nitrogen or phosphorous in this litter or manure from finding its way into the Chesapeake Bay watershed,” Willey said. “The economic and environmental benefits resulting from the proposed project align the interests of the state, environmental groups and the agriculture sector with the U.S. EPA’s goals of improving the Chesapeake Bay,” said Jim Potter, president and chief operating officer of Homeland Renewable Energy Inc., the parent company of Fibrowatt. “This proposed project will continue our successful legacy of developing, financing, constructing and operating power projects that combust poultry litter. “Our Fibrominn plant, located less than 1/2 mile from the city of Benson, Minn., has never received a single complaint from the local Citizens Advisory Panel. This is testimony to the importance we place on being a good neighbor in any community in which we lo-

cate,” Potter added. The project will, by converting power and steam production from a fossil fuel to a renewable fuel, reduce green house gas emissions by an estimated 165,000 tons of CO2 annually. The ash produced from the combustion of poultry litter will be a valuable fertilizer by-product which will be marketed for broad application in the agricultural sector. Perdue also listed the following estimated contributions to the Maryland economy: Construction jobs (at peak) 180, Payroll tax created during construction $1.8 million, State sales and use tax created during construction $1.2 million, Estimated average annual property tax payments $300,000, Estimated average annual payroll tax during operations $80,000, Average annual payments for biomass $4 million, Average annual expenditures $2 million, Maintenance, materials, parts, supplies, Environmental monitoring and Average annual payroll for 25 plant employees $1.6 million.

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that the council “appreciates the work of Congress to limit the final regulations to the requirements of the 2008 Farm Bill, as Congress intended, and we will work with our members to facilitate compliance with the rule when it takes effect on Feb. 7, 2012.” However, Brown continued, “We are disappointed that the final rule still includes provisions estimated to cost the chicken industry as much as $55.5 million annually. This is especially burdensome on an industry that has struggled financially in the face of this difficult economic climate and record-high costs of production.” USDA said it had planned to seek additional public comment on several other revised provisions from the June 22, 2010, proposed rule including changes to the tournament system of payment for poultry growers, requirements to collect and post sample contracts and to address the issue of need for producers to show harm to competition prior to asserting a violation of the Packer and Stockyards Act. However, the FY2012 Agriculture Appropriations bill passed by Congress included language prohibiting the department from moving forward on these provisions.

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“It wasn’t an easy decision,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci, infectious diseases chief at the National Institutes of Health, which funded the original research. The scary-sounding viruses are locked in high-security labs as researchers at the Erasmus University Medical Center in the Netherlands and the University of Wisconsin-Madison prepare to publish their findings in leading scientific journals. That’s the way scientists share their work so that their colleagues can build on it, perhaps creating better ways to monitor bird flu in the wild, for example. But biosecurity advisers to the government recommended that the journals Science and Nature publish only the general discoveries, not the full blueprint for these man-made strains. On Dec. 20, the government announced that it agreed and made the request. In statements, the two research teams say they’re making some changes, if reluctantly. The journals are mulling what to do, and the government didn’t say precisely what should be left out. But Science editor-in-chief Dr. Bruce Alberts said his journal pushed the U.S. government to set up a system where certain international researchers will be able to get the full genetic recipe for these lab-bred strains — especially those in bird flu-prone countries like China and Indonesia. “This is a sort of watershed moment,” said Alberts, noting it’s believed to be the first time this kind of secrecy has been sought from legitimate public health research. He doesn’t want to publish an abbreviated version of the findings unless he can direct scientists how to get the full, if confidential, details.

“It’s very important to get this information out to all the people around the world who are living with this virus and are working on it,” Alberts said. NIH’s Fauci said the system should be working very soon, so that international public health officials, scientists and drug companies with “a legitimate need to know can have access to that information.” Nature’s editor-in-chief, Dr. Philip Campbell, also called the recommendations unprecedented. “It is essential for public health that the full details of any scientific analysis of flu viruses be available to researchers, he said in a statement. The journal is discussing how “appropriate access to the scientific methods and data could be enabled.” H5N1 has caused outbreaks in wild birds and poultry in a number of countries around the world. But it only occasionally infects people who have close contact with infected poul-

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try, particularly in parts of Southeast Asia. It’s known to have sickened nearly 600 people over the past decade. But it’s highly deadly, killing about 60 percent of the time. The concern is that one day, bird flu might begin spreading easily between people and cause a pandemic. The NIH wanted to know what genetic changes it should monitor for, as a warning. In surprise findings, the two teams of researchers separately re-engineered bird flu to create strains that can spread easily between ferrets. That animal mimics how humans respond to influenza. That doesn’t necessarily mean the new lab-bred flu strains could infect people, Fauci cautioned. Still, the viruses are being kept under special conditions along with other so-called “select agents” for security and to guard against a lab accident, as researchers try to learn more about just how risky the H5N1 that circulates in the wild really could become. “There is clearly a public health threat that has been lingering and smoldering with regard to H5N1 for several years,” said Fauci, who adds that a naturally occurring flu pandemic is much more likely than any manmade one. “Nature is the worst bioterrorist. We know that through history,” he said.

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More information on the two research projects isn’t being released until the journals decide what to publish. But in a statement last month, Dutch lead researcher Dr. Ron Fouchier said his discovery showed what mutations to watch for so “we can then stop the outbreak before it is too late.” On Dec. 20, Erasmus Medical Center said researchers were complying with the U.S. request to change their scientific report. But, “academic and press freedom will be at stake as a result of the recommendation. This has never happened before,” the statement said. The University of Wisconsin said virologist Yoshihiro Kawaoka’s team likewise would comply. “While recognizing the potential for misuse of scientific discovery, the research described by UW-Madison researchers is essential for public health, global influenza surveillance activities and the development of vaccines and drugs to counter any potential pandemic,” said a university statement. An independent biosecurity expert called the Dec. 20 announcement a good middle-ground but said scientists should think twice about re-engineering influenza given the potential global consequences of an accident. The two labs involved are highly regarded, but more and more labs around the world can try similar work, noted Dr. D.A. Henderson of the Center for Biosecurity of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. “Influenza is certainly a unique beast in its capability to spread,” said Henderson, who played a key role in the eradication of a different killer, smallpox. “The question is how can we assure experiments like this really aren’t done in ways that the organism is apt to escape.”

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D.C. Beginning farmer conference is set WASHINGTON — The second annual Beginning Farmer and Rancher Conference will take place Feb. 18-20, 2012, in Grand Rapids, Mich., at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Place Convention Center. The conference is presented by the American Farm Bureau Federation and Start2Farm.gov. Beginning farmers and ranchers interested in all types of agriculture are encouraged to attend. Farm Bureau membership is not required. The conference provides an opportunity for attendees to network with other farmers from around the country and learn from experts about how to start and maintain a thriving farm or ranch business. American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman said beginning and young farmers and ranchers are integral to U.S. agriculture’s future. “America’s farmers recognize

that providing food that satisfies the tastes and preferences of today’s consumers is more important than ever before,” said Stallman. “We welcome into our ranks and extend a helping hand to beginning farmers who are just starting their careers as food producers,” he said. The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Conference will be held in conjunction with the annual American Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference. Attendees at both conferences will have the opportunity to attend sessions at the other meeting. For more information, including online registration and hotel information, visit http:// 2012bfrconference.eventbrite. com or email questions to info@ start2farm.gov. The Start2Farm web site and program are a project of the National Agricultural Library in partnership with AFBF. Start2Farm is funded through a Beginning Farming and Ranching Development Program grant funded by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to assist people new to farming

KENTUCKY Alltech Lecture Tour examines technology LEXINGTON, Ky. — Advances in technology will be showcased in “Shaping Tomorrow’s World: Path to a Profitable Future,” the theme of Alltech’s 2011 North American Lecture Tour. Speakers on the 24-stop tour, taking place from Jan. 11Feb. 3, will explore how the latest technological developments can move the agriculture industry forward. The lecture tour will examine such issues as programmed nutrition, epigenitics, sales organizations, the Alltech Ag Network, social media and the implementation of algae in our nutrition program. “Change is imminent. Global demand for fuel, food and other commodities will only continue to increase as the world’s population and wealth rise. We must embrace revolutions in the industry if we want to stay competitive,” said Dr. Pearse Lyons, president and founder of Alltech. “We believe there are some tremendous new opportunities to be seized by the ag industry, and we look forward to sharing

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these ideas on our 2012 Alltech North American Lecture Tour,” said Geoff Frank, sales manager of North America. “To quote Steve Jobs, ‘People with passion can change the world for the better.’” There will be two lectures each day. Dates and locations for the 2012 North American Lecture Tour are: Jan. 11: Burlington, Vt., and St.-Hyacinte, Quebec Jan. 12: Waterloo, Ontario, and Winnpeg, Manitoba Jan. 13: Red Deer, Alberta, and Lexington, Ky. Jan. 17: Brookings, S.D., and Lincoln, Neb. Jan. 18: Twin Falls, Idaho, and Pendelton, Ore. Jan. 19: Visalia, Calif., and Clovis, N.M. Jan. 20: Rogers, Ark., and Springfield, Mo. Jan. 30: West Lafayette, Ind., and Champaign, Ill. Jan. 31: Ames, Iowa, and Mankato, Minn. Feb. 1: Madison, Wis., and Columbus, Ohio Feb. 2: Syracuse, N.Y., and Lancaster, Pa. Feb. 3: Raleigh, N.C., and Auburn, Ala. More information on the lecture tour can be obtained at http://www.alltech.com.

VIRGINIA AFIA schedules suppliers conference ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Feed Industry Association’s annual Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference will be held on March 14–16 at the Omni ChampionsGate in Orlando, Fla. The program is designed to benefit all feed, ingredient and pet food professionals. More than 450 buyers and sellers of feed

and pet food ingredients attend the annual event. PISC offers industry experts the chance to exchange knowledge and learn about issues affecting the industry. Program highlights include: l Bar Coding — Application of the technology and how to get started. l Contract Packaging — Food safety, regulation and sustainability in the U.S. and internationally. l The Global Energy Outlook — A view to 2030 on key drivers and the challenges of meeting looming energy needs. l Grain Outlook — Current and future market trends. l The Feed Industry: From a Legal Perspective — Reacting to a recall and guarding against litigation. l Federal Regulatory Requirements for the Animal Feed and Ingredient Industries — A perspective of upcoming state and federal regulatory requirements regarding animal feed/food production. l Major Trends in Agriculture and the Impact of China — Conducting business in China. The AFIA Nutrition Committee will host a pre-conference seminar on Tuesday, March 13, from 1-5:30 p.m., on Feeding More People with Fewer Resources and Less Impact: Delivering the Message of a Sustainable Future for Animal Agriculture. Speakers include Dr. Jude Capper, Washington State University; Dr. John Patience, Iowa State University; Dr. Frank Mitloehner, University of California, Davis; and Dr. Kurt Vogel, University of Wisconsin, River Falls. The seminar is open to all PISC attendees, but an additional registration fee is required. More information on PISC and registration is available at http://www.afia.org.

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JAN 8-11 — AFBF ANNUAL MTNG., Honolulu, Hawaii. Contact: American Farm Bureau Federation, 600 Maryland Ave., S.W., Suite 1000 W, Washington, D.C. 20024. Ph: 202-406-3600; http://www.fb.org. JAN 13-Feb. 4 — LIVESTOCK SHOW. Contact: Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show, P.O. Box 150, Fort Worth, Texas 76101-0150. Ph: 817-877-2400; http://www.fwssr.com JAN 23-24 — UEP BOARD MTNG., Omni Hotel & CNN Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: United Egg Producers, 1720 Windward Concourse, Suite 230, Alpharetta, Ga. 30005. Ph: 770-360-9220; gene@unitedegg. com; http://www.unitedegg.com. JAN 23-24 — ANIMAL AGRICULTURE SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 30084-7303, Ph: 770-493-9401, info@poultryegg. org, http://www.poultryegg.org, or American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 916, Arlington, Va. 22201, 703-524-0810, afia@afia.org, http://www.afia.org. JAN 23-27 — NPFDA ANNUAL CONV. & POULTRY SUPPLIERS SHOWCASE, Hyatt Regency, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: National Poultry & Food Distributors Association, 2014 Osborne Road, St. Marys, Ga. 31558. Ph: 770-535-9901, kkm@ npfda.org, http://www.npfda.org. JAN 24 — NCC TECHNICAL & REGULATORY COMMITTEE, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: National Chicken Council, 1015 15th St., N.W., Suite 930, Washington, D.C. 20005. Ph: 202-296-2622; http:// w w w. n a t i o n a l c h i c k e n c o u n c i l . cm; http://www.eatchicken.com. JAN 25 — NCC MARKETING Georgia World COMMITTEE, Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: National Chicken Council, 1015 15th St., N.W., Suite 930, Washington, D.C. 20005. Ph: 202-296-2622; http://www.nationalchickencouncil. cm; http://www.eatchicken.com. JAN 24-25 — HATCHERY-BREEDER CLINIC, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 300847303, Ph: 770-493-9401; info@poultryegg.org; http://www.poultryegg.org, JAN 24-26 — INTERNATIONAL POULTRY EXPO - INTERNATIONAL FEED EXPO,Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 30084-7303, Ph: 770-493-9401, info@poultryegg.

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org, http://www.poultryegg.org, or American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 916, Arlington, Va. 22201, 703-524-0810, afia@afia.org, http://www.afia.org. 26 — NCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MTNG., Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: National Chicken Council, 1015 15th St., N.W., Suite 930, Washington, D.C. 20005. Ph: 202-296-2622; http://www.nationalchickencouncil. cm; http://www.eatchicken.com. 29-31 — FMI MIDWINTER EXECUTIVE CONF., Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Orlando, Fla. Contact: Food Marketng Institute, 2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 800, Arlington, Va. 22202-4813. Ph: 202-452-8444; fmi@fmi.org; http://www.fmi.org. 8-10 — POULTRY FOCUS ASIA 2012, Queen Sirikit Center, Bangkok, Thailand. Contact: Positive Action Publications Ltd., P.O. Box 4, Driffield, East Yorkshire YO25 9DJ, England. Ph: +44 1377 241724; http://www.positiveaction.co.uk or http://www.nccexhibition.com. 15-18 — NTF ANNUAL CONV., Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina, Tampa, Fla. Contact: National Turkey Federation, 1225 New York Ave., N.W., Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20005. Ph: 202-898-0100; info@turkeyfed.org; http://www.eatturkey.com. 18-20 — BEGINNING FARMER & RANCHER CONF., Amway Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Place Convention Center, Grand Rapids, Mich. Contact: info@start2farm.gov; http:/ /2012bfrconference.eventbrite.com. 19-21 — ANNUAL MEAT CONF., Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando, Fla. Contact: American Meat Institute, 1150 Connecticut Ave., N.W., 12th Floor, Washington, D.C. Ph: 202587-4200; http://www.meatami.com. 22-23 — NPI ANNUAL CONV., Norfolk Lodge & Suites, Divots Conference Center, Norfolk, Neb. Contact: Nebraska Poultry Industries Inc., University of Nebraska, 102 Mussehl Hall, P.O. Box 830721, Lincoln, Neb. 68583-0721. Ph: 402472-2051; egg-turkey@unl.edu. 23-24 — USDA AGRICULTURAL Crystal OUTLOOK FORUM, Gateway Marriott Hotel, Arlington, Va. Contact: http://www.gov/oce/forum. 23-25 — SGFA AND GFGA ANNUAL CONV., Hyatt Regency Savannah, Savannah, Ga. Contact: Bonnie Holloman, Southeastern Grain & Feed Association and Georgia Feed & Grain Association, P.O. Box 58220, Raleigh, N.C. 27658. Ph: 919-8558981; bonnieholloman@yahoo.com. 27-29 — PEPA ANNUAL CONV.,

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, Maui, Hawaii. Contact: Pacific Egg & Poultry Association, 1521 I St., Sacramento, Calif. 95814. Ph: 916-441-0801; dmurdock@cgfa. org; http://www.pacificegg.org. FEB 28-March 18 — HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO, Houston, Texas. Contact: Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, P.O. Box 20070, Houston, Texas 77225-0070. Ph: 832-667-1000; questions@rodeohouston.com; http://www.hlrs.com. MAR 1-3 —ASA COMMODITY CLASSIC CONV., Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tenn. Contact: American Soybean Association, 12125 Woodcrest Executive Drive, Suite 100, St. Louis, Mo. 63141. Ph: 800-688-7692; membership@soy. org; http://www.soygrowers.com MAR 4-7 — FMI ANNUAL BUSINESS CONF., Orlando, Fla. Contact: Food Marketng Institute, 2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 800, Arlington, Va. 22202-4813. Ph: 202-452-8444; fmi@fmi.org; http://www.fmi.org. MAR 6-8 — AEB MTNG., Chicago, Ill. Ariz. Contact: American Egg Board, 1460 Renaissance Drive, Park Ridge, Ill. 60068. Ph: 847-296-7043; aeb@aeb.org; http://www.aeb.org. MAR 7-8 — ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SMNR., Nashville, Tenn. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 30084-7303, Ph: 770493-9401; info@poultryegg. org; http://www.poultryegg.org, MAR 12 — CPF WINTER BOARD MTNG., Doubletree Hotel, Modesto, Calif. Contact: California Poultry Federation, 4640 Spyres Way, Suite 4, Modesto, Calif. 95356. Ph: 209-576-6355; califpoultry@cs.com; http://www.cpif.org. MAR 12-14 — AFIA SPRING COMMITTEE MTNGS./PURCHASING & INGREDIENT SUPPLIERS CONF.,, Omni Orlando Resort at Champions Gate, Orlando, Fla. Contact: American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 916. Arlington, Va. 22201. Ph: 703-524-0810; afia@afia.org; http://www.afia.org. MAR 13-14 - MPF ANNUAL CONV., Saint Paul River Centre, St. Paul, Minn. Contact: Midwest Poultry Federation, 108 Marty Drive, Buffalo, Minn. 55313. Ph: 763-6825546l steve@midwestpoultry.com; http://www.midwestpoultry.com. MAR 14 — BEAM ANNUAL MTNG., Saint Paul River Centre, St. Paul, Minn. Contact: Broiler & Egg Association of Minnesota, 108 Marty Drive, Buffalo, Minn. 55313. Ph: 763-6825546l steve@midwestpoultry.com; http://www.midwestpoultry.com. MAR 14 — MTGA ANNUAL MTNG., Saint Paul River Centre, St. Paul, Minn. Contact: Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, 108 Marty Drive, Buffalo, Minn. 55313. Ph: 763-6825546l steve@midwestpoultry.com; http://www.midwestpoultry.com. MAR 14-15 — AFIA PURCHASING & INGREDIENT SUPPLIERS CONF., Omni Orlando Resort at Champioins Gate, Orlando, Fla. Contact: American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 916. Arlington, Va. 22201. Ph: 703-524-0810;

afia@afia.org; http://www.afia.org. MAR 18-20 —NGFA ANNUAL CONV., Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, S.C. Contact: National Grain & Feed Association, 1250 I St., N.W., Suite 1003, Washington, D.C. 20005. Ph: 202-289-0873; ngfa@ ngfa.org; http://www.ngfa.org. MAR 21-22 — FEED MILL MANAGEMENT SMNR., Nashville, Tenn. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 300847303, Ph: 770-493-9401; info@poultryegg.org; http://www.poultryegg.org, MAR 29-30 — FLAX INSTITUTE CONF., Doublewood Inn, Fargo,N.D. Contact: Flax Institute of the United States, P.O. Box 6050, Dept. 7670, North Dakota State University, Fargo, N.D. 58108-6050. Ph: 701-2317122; lisa.johnson@udsu.edu. APR 13 — OPA CELEBRATION BANQUET, Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. Contact: Ohio Poultry Association, 5930 Sharon Woods Blvd., Columbus, Ohio 43229. Ph: 614882-6111; jchakeres@ohiopoultry. org; http://www.ohiopoultry.org. APR 13-14 — GPF ANNUAL MTNG., Brasstown Valley Resort, Young Harris, Ga. Contact: Georgia Poultry Federation, P.O. Box 763, Gainesville, Ga. 30503. Ph: 770-532-0473. APR 16-18 — HUMAN RESOURCES SMNR., Destin, Fla. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 300847303, Ph: 770-493-9401; info@poultryegg.org; http://www.poultryegg.org, APR 24-25 — PF LIVE PRODUCTION SYMPM., Rogers, Ark. Contact: Poultry Federation, P.O. Box 1446, Little Rock, Ark. 72203. Ph: 501-375-8131; http://www.thepoultryfederation.com. APR 30-May 1 — FEDERAL FOOD REGULATORY CONF., Washington, D.C. Contact: Susan Glenn, conference coordinator, Prime Label Consultants, 536 7th St., S.E., Washington, D.C. 20003. Ph: 202546-3333; conference@primelabel. com; http://www.primelabel.com. APR 30-May 1 — I-RIM CONF., Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Resort, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Contact: International Reflective Insulation Manufacturers (I-RIM), rima@rima.net. APR 30-May 3 — AMI INT’L. MEAT POULTRY & SEAFOOD CONV., Dallas Convention Center, Dallas, Texas. Contact: American Meat Institute, 1150 Connecticut Ave., N.W., 12th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20036. Ph: 202587-4200; http://www.meatami.com MAY 1-3 — FMI EXHIBIT & EDUCATION EVENT, Dallas Convention Center, Dallas Texas. Contact: Food Marketing Institute, 2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 800, Arlington, Va. 22202-4813. Ph: 202-4528444; fmi@fmi.org; http://www.fmi.org. MAY 1-3 — UFPA UNITED FRESH MARKETPLACE & FRESHTECH, Dallas Convention Center, Dallas, Texas. Contact: United Fresh Produce Association, 1901 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.,Suite1100,Washington,D.C.20006. Ph: 202-303-3400; united@unitedfresh.org; http://www.unitedfreshs.org. MAY 2-3 — STAKEHOLDERS SUMMIT, Arlington, Va. Contact: Animal Agriculture Alliance, 2101 Wilson Blvd, Suite 916B,

Arlington, Va. 22201. Ph: 703-5625160; http://www.animalagalliance.org. MAY 3-4 — POULTRY BREEDERS OF AMERICA NATIONAL BREEDERS ROUNDTABLE, St. Louis, Mo. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 300847303, Ph: 770-493-9401; info@poultryegg.org; http://www.poultryegg.org, MAY 7-9 — UEP LEGISLATIVE BOARD MTNG., Washington Count Hotel, Washington, D.C. Contact: United Egg Producers, 1720 Windward Concourse, Suite 230, Alpharetta, Ga. 30005. Ph: 770-360-9220; gene@unitedegg. com; http://www.unitedegg.com. MAY 15-16—TPFANNUALCONV.,College Station, Texas. Contact: Texas Poultry Federation, 595 Round Rock W. Drive, Suite 305, Round Rock, Texas 78681. Ph: 512-248-0600; tpf@texaspoultry. org; http://www.texaspoultrly.org. MAY 16-17 — POULTRY PROCESSOR WORKSHOP, Atlanta, Ga. Contact: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, 1530 Cooledge Road, Tucker, Ga. 300847303, Ph: 770-493-9401; info@poultryegg.org; http://www.poultryegg.org, MAY 21-24 — NATIONAL EGG QUALITY SCHOOL, Indianpolis, Ind. Contact: Deanna Baldwin, Program Manager, Maryland Department of Agriculture, Food Quality Assurance Program, 50 Harry S. Truman Pkwy., Annapolis, Md. 21401. Ph: 410-8415769; baldwidl@mda.state.md.us. JUN 8-9 — AP&EA GOLF TOURNEY & EVENING OF FUN, Birmingham, Ala. Contact: Alabama Poultry & Egg Association, P.O. Box 240, Montgomery, Ala. 36101. Ph: 334-2652732; http://www.alabamapoultry.org. JUN 11-14 — AFIA FEED INDUSTRY INSTITUTE, Westin St. Louis, St. Louis, Mo. Contact: American Feed Industry Association, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 916, Arlington, Va. 22201, 703-524-0810, afia@ afia.org, http://www.afia.org. JUN 12-14 — USAPEEC ANNUAL MTNG., Hotel Del Coronado, San Diego, Calif. Contact: USA Poultry & Egg Export Council, 2300 W. Park Place Blvd., Suite 100, Stone Mountain, Ga. 30087. Ph: 770-413-0006; usapeac@ usapeec.org; http://www.usapeec.org. JUN 15-16 — DELMARVA CHICKEN Salisbury, Md. FESTIVAL, Contact: Delmarva Poultry Industry Inc., 16681 County Seat Hwy., Georgetown, De. 19947-4881. Ph: 302-856-9037; dpi@dpichicken. com; http://www.dpichicken.org. JUN 15-16 — PF ANNUAL POULTRY FESTIVAL, Rogers, Ark. Contact: Poultry Federation, P.O. Box 1446, Little Rock, Ark. 72203. Ph: 501-375-8131; http://www.thepoultryfederation.com. JUN 20-22 — GEA ANNUAL MTNG., King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort, St. Simons Island, Ga. Contact: Jewell Hutto, Georgia Egg Association, P.O. Box 2929, Suwanee, Ga. 30024. Ph: 770-932-4622; goodeggs@bellsouth. net; http://www.georgiaeggs.org. JUN 20 — MTGA SUMMER CONF.., Bemidji, Minn. Contact: Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, 108 Marty Drive, Buffalo, Minn. 55313. Ph: 763-682-5546l steve@midwestpoultry. com; http://www.midwestpoultry.com.

POULTRY TIMES, January 2, 2012

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Automatic Gizzard Peeler

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DeLong’s has introduced to the market, an Automatic Gizzard Peeler. This peeler will help reduce the numbers needed for labor using the manual peeler rollers.

The Automatic Gizzard Peeler has been needed in this industry for years. We have references that the Auto Peeler has saved 2 people on the backup peeling units. Labor units using the manual peeling is a safety hazard, along with peeling away gizzard yield. ”Just look in your drain”

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International Poultry Expo In ovo vacc. sys.

2012Products Preview

Pfizer Booth: 4615 The benefits of in ovo vaccination are now within the reach of many more hatcheries worldwide, thanks to the development of a new compact device. Embrex Inovoject m is a semi-automated in ovo vaccination system from Pfizer Animal Health Global Poultry designed for those hatcheries that do not have a large enough footprint or throughput to justify the installation of a fullsize Embrex Inovoject. The new device allows these hatcheries to benefit from the improved accuracy, reliability and efficiency of in ovo vaccination, but in a more compact form. Full technical details for the new Inovoject m will be unveiled at the International Poultry Expo. According to Melinda Freson, senior manager, BioDevice Marketing, Pfizer Animal Health Global Poultry, the new device will include the same core features of the larger Inovoject in a more condensed package. “There has been a need for a smaller Inovoject for some time,” Freson said. “For smaller hatcheries, or those in developing countries which have traditionally relied on manual labor to vaccinate each bird individually after hatch, the availability of a semi-automated in ovo vaccination system that is the right size for their hatchery, will be a real breakthrough. The Inovoject m has a number of operational advantages for the producer who currently vaccinates chicks on day of hatch. Not least is the fact that chicks can be transferred

out of the hatchery and into the grow-out environment sooner.” 800-849-3372

Touch screen ctrl.

Chore-Time Booth: 6431 Chore-Time’s new CHORETRONICS® 3 Controls offer users true buttonless operation with the color and convenience of touch screen navigation. Additionally, the new Controls’ graphing capabilities open a colorful world of data presentation for users, making poultry house data analysis much faster and easier. Chore-Time’s third generation of its popular CHORE-TRONICS® line of controls features vivid color in a large 10-inch (25 cm) display. Users can employ the intuitive touch screen to navigate from the Current Conditions screen to other screens facilitating control of various house components and display of critical house information in table or graph form. Users more comfortable with mouse operation may use a wired or wireless USB mouse with the new controls. It incorporates the features growers have enjoyed in generations 1 and 2 along with the following new features exclusive to generation 3: fully integrated ceiling inlet control; fully integrated bird scale control; up to 16 controlling sensors; improved graphing capabilities; external USB port; and USB set-up key to back-up and transfer settings. 574-658-4101

Feeder line monitor Chore-Time Booth: 6431

Chore-Time’s CHORETRONICS® Feeder Line RunTime Monitor provides a diagnostic look at what is going on in the poultry house by monitoring feeder line and/or fill system function. Proper feeder line and fill system operation is one of the best indications of whether the birds are eating as they should. The CHORE-TRONICS RunTime Monitor helps producers discover potential performance problems by providing the answers to questions such as these: Are all the feeder lines in the house running? Are all lines running for the same length of time? In split houses, how does the run time in each end of the house compare? On the farm, how does one house compare to another? Disruptions in individual feeder line function can result from a hot or cold spot in the house, uneven bird distribution within the house, a motor or other mechanical failure with the feed line, a fill system malfunction, an empty feed bin, or other irregularities that will adversely affect bird performance. By proactively monitoring feeder line performance, producers can get an early indication of a developing problem so they can resolve it quickly. The Run-Time Monitor can be connected to every feeder line in a poultry house to track the daily run time per line. Each Monitor sends a signal to the CHORE-TRONICS® 2 Control whenever its feeder line runs, building a database of up to 14 days of run-time history. 574-658-4101

Trace minerals

Novus International Booth: 929 Poultry producers are well aware of the critical importance of proper nutrition in maximizing animal health and productivity. What may be less obvious, however, is the contribution of chelated trace minerals to such vital traits as tissue integrity and egg shell strength. “When trace minerals such as copper, manganese and zinc are used in feed at recommended levels, animals are enabled to perform to their genetic potential,” said Dr. Scott Carter, global poultry market manager for Novus. “But when these trace minerals are deficient, the results are lower reproduction, depressed immune system response, lower bone density, reduced feed efficiency, poor health and increased mortality.” The benefits of minerals aren’t limited to improving the health of the bird; they make the egg produced by the bird better, too. Maintaining trace mineral balances supports shell strength, the internal structure of the egg, and the tissue integrity of the unhatched chick. As laying hens age, mineral nutrition plays an increasingly important role, ensuring continued production of plentiful, high-quality eggs and the overall well-being of the hen. Optimal nutrition translates into optimal performance. As a highly bioavailable mineral source, MINTREX is absorbed and used by the animal to a much greater degree than inorganic trace mineral supplements. This means producers can maintain feeding

efficiency with fewer minerals fed and excreted. 888-906-6887

Feeders

VAL-CO Booth: 4627 The FUZE ProLine feeders from VAL-CO® allow you to build the feeding system that best suits your needs. With the FUZE ProLine feeders you choose which pan diameters, pan depths, and grill styles are best for your application. The FUZE ProLine feeders additionally provide large flood feed windows, easy and positive feed depth adjustment, ergonomic bird-friendly grill designs and a removable cap for ease of installation & service. Visit us at Booth 4627 at the 2012 IPE to see the latest features to the FUZE ProLine Feeders. 800-998-2526

Watering systems

VAL-CO Booth: 4627 VAL-CO ® manufactures complete watering systems for broilers, roasters, breeders and turkeys, of any age. By controlling the manufacturing of all the components, VAL-CO engineers its products to work together as complete systems. From Feather Action triggers for the smallest chicks to BigTom drinkers for the toughest turkeys, all of our drinkers are made with precision from stainless steel parts and the best quality materials, to ensure comprehensive performance you can count on. Visit us at Booth (Continued on next page)

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4627 at the 2012 IPE to see our precision built VAL-CO Watering Systems. 800-998-2526

Transport prod.

Pakster Booth: 5124 Pakster manufactures transport coops, chick boxes, egg flats, egg baskets, buckets and pallets. Our products are injection molded in high density polyethylene, providing excellent strength and durability combined with good chemical resistance. We are committed to providing our customers with quality products and excellent customer service. 423-746-2360

POULTRY TIMES, January 2, 2012 DStar adjuvant was developed specifically for the poultry industry to manage darkling beetle adults and larvae. And Tempo® products provide knockdown and residual control of crawling and flying insects in poultry facilities. Plus QuickBayt® Fly Bait and Spot Spray products attract and kill house flies in and around poultry production and processing facilities. 800-255-6517

Hatchery/genetics

Ziggity Systems Booth: 1353 Ziggity Systems Inc. is the only company in the world that is 100 percent focused on poultry watering systems. The Indianabased company has served the poultry industry worldwide for more than 30 years. Ziggity markets enclosed nipple-type watering systems for broiler, breeder/ parent, commercial layer, turkey poult and adult turkey operations throughout the world. For more information, please visit our web site (http://www.ziggity.com). 574-825-5849

Centurion Poultry Booth: 1453 Centurion Poultry Inc., headquartered in Lexington Ga., with satellite operations in Connecticut, Alabama, Iowa, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, has two main divisions: (1) Pureline Genetics Division; based in Connecticut, is specialized in the genetic improvements of meat type birds, for both commercial broiler production as well as alternative production catering to specialty markets as free range and organic. The company distributes Pureline Genetics breeding stock worldwide through a network of distributors. (2) Commercial Hatchery Division; specialized in the production of day-old layer chicks. It’s combined hatchery capacity is well over a million pullet chicks per week. The main breeds being offered are Bovans and DeKalb. 706-743-0865

Int. pest mgmt.

Light dimming sys.

Watering systems

Bayer Animal Health Booth: 5717 Bayer provides innovative solutions for an integrated pest management strategy for your entire poultry operation. Our commitment to research and the poultry industry has helped create break-through and effective pest control products that you can count on. Credo® D with

Precision Lighting Booth: 5812 Precision Lighting Systems is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing high quality Digital Light Dimming Systems (The Performer MR3-PLS 7200) and High Pressure Sodium Broiler and Breeder Light Systems (The Propagator® 3-XP and

SQ Series). These are made in the USA in our USA factory by American workers. We are also presenting cutting edge dimmable lights to meet the market demand for a reliable and productive energy saving alternative to incandescent bulbs. With more than two decades as an exclusively poultry-specific manufacturer of lighting and dimming products, Precision Lighting Systems is ready to help meet and improve your lighting needs. 501-624-5566

Feed ingredients

AB Vista Feed Booth: 757 AB Vista’s feed micro-ingredients are among the most advanced in the world and are sold across five continents. Our products are backed by an extensive research program and regulatory compliance. Our technical expertise supporting our Econase XT and Quantum Phytase products is among the strongest anywhere, and ensures you maximum economic return. 314-392-0874

Eqpt. import

CBH International Booth: 4567 CBH International specializes in importing systems, equipment, spare parts and developing projects for the agro-industry in Latin America. We represent top of the line suppliers in areas such as: animal nutrition, animal production, feed milling, primary and further processing, wastewater treatment, fruit and vegetable processing, engineering and project management. 770-889-6602

Recruiting

AGRI-associates Booth: 5138

AGRI-associates is a premier executive search and personnel recruiting firm specializing in the agribusiness, food and renewable fuels industries. We recruit for all levels of salaried positions from entry-level to CEO, and for all types of salaried positions including sales, engineering, technical service, manufacturing, accounting, etc. Contact any of our offices to find out how AGRI-associates can assist you. 770-475-2201

Aerator attachments

Brown Bear Booth: 5933 Manufacturer of aerator attachments for composting and handling of layer manure and broiler litter. The units have proven to be very effective in fly, rodent and odor control. Layer manure can be composted year-round in the maure pit of the high rise using the smaller skid attachment. Litter from broiler houses can be recycled by composting within the house to pulverize, decake, sterilize and flash off the ammonia all in one operation. Flocks do better on recycled composted litter showing less mortalities, less blinding, increased feed conversion and increased bird weight at harvest. 641-322-4220

Biosecurity products

Agri-Pro Ent. Booth: 1525 Agri-Pro Enterprises of Iowa will feature the Dosatron medicators, including the DM11F. We will also have everything for your biosecurity needs, including Moldex respirators, face masks and ear plugs. Plus, disposable gloves, boots and coveralls. We will also have disinfection mats, Hi-Lo (Min-Max) thermometer, digital hygro-thermometer, infra-

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red thermometer, digital hanging scales and posting kits. Additionally, we are pleased to offer the world’s largest selection of syringes. Also at our booth, you can find rodenticides and bait stations from JT, as well as foggers from Curtis-Dyna Fog. 641-648-4696

Feed ingredients

Prince Agri Products Booth: 813 Prince Agri Products Inc. is a global supplier of advanced nutritional solutions, including feed ingredients and specialty products. Prince offers Reap®, a pellet-stable enzyme for cornsoybean meal diets and Avi-Lution® direct-fed microbial. Other products include trace minerals, magnesium oxide, amino acids, AB20, Prince Selenium Yeast and other quality yeast products. More information can also be obtained at http://www.princeagri.com. 217-222-8854

Protein/fat conversion

American Proteins Booth: 928 Today, American Proteins operates the largest poultry protein and lipids conversion operation in the world. For expert processing of poultry by-products, you can’t find a more experienced or technologically innovative leader than American Proteins. With our fast-growing list of customers and our export business increasing, our quality products are being used around the world. Innovation is the driving force behind every aspect of our operation. American Proteins has thrived because we are committed to responsive, fast and helpful service. Whether the customer is large or small, whether their (Continued on next page)

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needs are complex or simple, we will respond with immediate, appropriate service. 770-886-2250

quick changeover to accommodate varying speeds or container styles; and a sanitary, easy to clean design. 800-621-4170

Insulation

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Porter Insulation Booth: 1538 Since 1965 when Dwight Porter invented the modern style of dropped ceilings, Porter Insulation Products has been the industry’s leading poultry house insulation company. We now offer a wide variety of building products specifically for the poultry house market. Please call us to learn more about our entrance doors, roof vents, coated wire, fiberglass insulation, track door systems, blown cellulose and fiberglass, woven tri-ply, bi-fold doors, attic air inlets, strapping tape, staples, nails, sliding door systems and much more. 800-999-0430

Tray loading sys.

Triangle Pkg. Machinery Booth: 4131 With features that include precise tray and bowl loading, servo controls, and easy cleaning and maintenance, Triangle’s Tray and Bowl Loading systems offer plenty of benefits to IQF poultry, vegetable, HMR, and other meal-kit packagers. The system includes a single or dual rotary depositor for precise, targeted fills into small trays or rigid containers - even those with partitions. Featuring a unique design that reduces transfer time by moving with the container during the loading process, product can be discharged from an intermittent scale and easily adapted to a continuous bowl/tray system. Other benefits include: compact footprint; gentle handling at speeds up to 150 trays/minute;

Triangle Pkg. Machinery Booth: 4131 Faster. Cleaner. Smarter. It’s not only an apt description for Triangle’s X-Series VFFS baggers, it also applies to production lines that currently employ Triangle baggers, weighers, tray loading and depositing systems. Whether you’re packaging fresh chicken breasts, IQF chicken nuggets, or portion-controlled pieces, we offer the perfect solution for your packaging challenge. A leader in VFFS baggers and packaging equipment since 1923, Triangle’s bagging solutions are second to none, particularly when it comes to durability, sanitation, and flexibility. Available in three different finishes, the X-Series is designed to perform in the harshest packaging environments, and will meet the standards required for your application with ease. Triangle will showcase its USDA/3A X-Series bagging machine at the International Poultry Expo in Atlanta, Ga. 800-621-4170

Processing eqpt.

Meyn Booth: 5239 Meyn is a reliable and committed partner of renowned poultry processing companies in more than 90 countries worldwide. Meyn is widely recognized for its ability to support its customers in their ambition for higher capacity and increased yield and efficiency. Meyn’s equipment has proven to maintain its highlevel performance under a wide

variety of line speeds and bird sizes, allowing its customers to achieve top-level productivity with an absolute minimum of labor. 770-967-0532

Buildings

BRITESPAN Building Sys. Booth: 2338 BRITESPAN Building Systems offers pre-engineered steel truss, fabric covered buildings starting at 24-feet wide up to 160feet wide to any length needed. The free span design and natural light creates a great working environment and optimal storage space. From hay/straw storage to manure storage, we’ve got you covered. 800-407-5846

Software

CyberAgra Booth: 5023 CyberAgra provides modern software for the poultry and swine industries. Our 4th generation modules have been steadily improving through the years starting in 1995 with our Windows® desktop versions, in 1997 with our client-server updates, and finally, in 2004 CyberAgra Application Services was ported to the .NET framework. Being years ahead of the competition is not just our marketing strategy but the most efficient way to optimize and therefore reduce your software costs since users need no other software than a browser. Only one installation at your centralized corporate location is licensed for hundreds of employees. 800-841-1345

Ventilation fan American Coolair Booth: 1559

American Coolair is producing a 54-inch version of its NBC fan for farm buildings. The American Coolair NBC54 provides maximum airflow needed to ventilate poultry buildings. The NBC54 features all-galvanized steel construction for the ideal blend of strength and corrosion resistance. The sturdy cross-frame drive support design insures years of trouble-free operation. “The NBC54 is our most energy efficient fan yet,” American Coolair Sales Manager Mark Fales said. “It has been engineered to meet large volume ventilation needs while keeping energy costs at a minimum.” The NBC54 also features American Coolair’s unique captured bearing arrangement which allows the blade hub to also serve as the driven sheave. Placing the belt load directly over the bearings greatly extends the life of the bearings. 904-389-3646

IBD vaccine

Lohmann Animal Health Int’l. Booth: 1953 AviPro® BTO2-REO vaccine provides broad protection against Type I infectious bursal disease (IBD) for progeny through vaccination of breeder replacement pullets. Every bottle of BTO2REO from Lohmann contains 100 percent bursal-derived antigen, both standard strain and Delaware Variant E. The vaccine protects against standard and variant strains of IBD, as well as avian reovirus. Containing no living virus, the vaccine is approved for use at 12 to 20 weeks of age. 800-655-1342

Hatching eggs Avian Technology Booth: 1639

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Avian Technology offers hatching eggs for worldwide distribution through subsidiary ATI Farms. Avian Technology clients receive the highest quality hatching eggs available in a timely manner. Production is monitored closely and managed for quality. In addition, every possible step is taken to minimize the risk of exposure to other poultry operations and possible disease breakouts. After being brought in from the farm, Avian Technology’s hatching eggs are stored in a state-of-the-art egg distribution center, which has ample space to ensure the safety of customers’ eggs during temporary storage and truck loading. The eggs are also kept at a constant temperature and humidity while waiting for shipment. 770-287-8006

Doors/ventilation

Eagan Mfg. Booth: 2039 Eagan Manufacturing Co. Inc. provides quality door and ventilation products for applications in poultry houses. We manufacture Tunnel Ventilation Doors, Wall Vents, Attic Inlets, Folding Doors, Entry Doors, Fan Covers, Attic Access Doors, WIndows, and our brand new Sliding Door Packaging. Please visit us at booth 2039 to view all of our products and speak with one of our knowledgeable sales associates. 870-878-6805

Bird handling

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steel, sealed structure without any open galvanizing holes. The key to this design is that the roof has a continuous flat surface with open construction peaks which allow for unobstructed access for washer jets to easily remove debris. It is completely compatible and interchangeable with existing Easyload factory handling systems and modules, controlled atmosphere stunning and Easyload catching systems. The Easyclean module can also be supplied in stainless steel if desired. 404-374-3966

Climate control

J&D Mfg. Booth: 5210 J&D Manufacturing is your poultry climate control specialist. J&D’s complete line of poultry market products include circulation and exhaust fans, ceiling fans, ceiling and wall inlets, curtain systems and winches, evaporative pad cooling, high pressure fogging, misting, tunnel doors, wire mesh, environmental controls and more. J&D has been delivering quality products at competitive prices for 30 years. 800-998-2398

Coccidiosis vaccine

Merck Animal Health Booth: 1229 Merck Animal Health has obtained regulatory approval from the USDA for Coccivac®-D2 — a new-generation version of a coccidiosis vaccine that has been used successfully in billions of broiler-breeders and commercial layers worldwide. It will replace Coccivac ®-D. “Coccivac-D2 builds on the field-proven performance and dependability of Coccivac-D, but its spectrum is even more in step with the Eime-

POULTRY TIMES, January 2, 2012 ria populations found in today’s broiler-breeder and layer operations,” said Dr. Charlie Broussard, Merck Animal Health director of U.S. poultry technical services. He explained that Coccivac-D2 has a more focused antigen profile of the six major species of chicken coccidia (E. tenella, E. mivati, E. acervulina, E. maxima, E. brunetti and E. necatrix.) “We eliminated E. hagani and E. praecox, two of the least important pathogenic Eimeria species of the chicken,” Broussard added. As with all Coccivac® vaccines, Coccivac-D2 provides a balanced, controlled dose of live Eimeria oocysts to stimulate the bird’s natural immunity against this costly and highly prevalent disease. Coccivac-D2 is currently available in 5,000-dose and 1,000-dose vials. 800-356-7470

Cut-up system

Foodmate Booth: 4266 Foodmate, a food and meat equipment manufacturing and service company, recently unveiled its new Logic Cut-Up System. The new system can be equipped with all Foodmate cutup line modules and can adapt to existing cut-up modules produced by other suppliers. The Logic Cut-Up System was developed according the Foodmate standards for flexibility of configuration, hygiene, durability and safety. The system, which processes up to 130 birds per minute, includes a new shackle which has been tested extensively for durability. “At Foodmate, we know a cut-up system must be extremely durable, require minimal installation time and have the flexibility to be installed in every possible con-

figuration,” Foodmate President David Hazenbroek said. “With these requirements along with the other standard design guidelines we believe in, we have developed a system that is revolutionary to the market.” Foodmate recently installed its first Logic Cut-Up System in Europe. It is running in combination with the Foodmate True Weight System and automatic transfers. 678-819-5270

Mechanical deboner

Prince Industries Booth: 5047 Prince Industries Inc. has modified its 221 Combination Mechanical Deboner to increase capacity. Prince has extended the hopper on the deboner to allow for easier production of larger products, as well as increased throughput. The change on the 221 Deboner allows for a larger volume of meat to be processed in the deboner while still providing the highest quality of output and yield. This proven combination deboner features a selfpumping system that can pipe the mechanically deboned meat directly into boxes or bags for easy handling, packing, and shipping. The 221 Deboner, which is made of stainless steel and offers simplicity of operation and low cost maintenance. Utilizing offthe-shelf replacement parts, it offers simple, clean mechanical deboning, and provides a wide range of deboned products to today’s marketplace. 800-441-3303

Radiant heaters

Detroit Radiant Booth: 1529 Heating poultry houses and agricultural facilities is possible with the most energy efficient technology available in today’s

marketplace. the AG2 Series radiant tube heater provides fuel savings and requires virtually no maintenance. Installed in a fixed position,out of the way of cleaning or collecting equipment, the AG2 Series provides two stages of heat for optimal chick performance and fuel savings. Certified for outdoor applications, the AG2 Series stands up to any semi-corrosive atmosphere and is washdown friendly. Please visit our booth, or contact us, for additional information. 800-222-1100

Feeding system

Diversified Imports Booth: 1359 Diversified Imports’ Plasson Advanced Feeding System for broilers allows the birds to reach their feed easily throughout their life spans. The patented self-adjusting feed level system of the feeder pans is simple to operate and requires no adjustment through grow-out. The advanced feeding system for broilers is designed with a grille-less pan and a special edge profile. The simplicity enables correct feed level at every age of the flock, thus obtaining optimum feed conversion rates. The plastic feed hopper, which as a capacity of 110 pounds, has an independent sensor for ensuring the flow of feed. The hopper boot is available in stainless or galvanized steel. There is an optional shut off system so each pan can be shut off individually when necessary. The design of the advanced feeding system makes for easy clean up. The removable cone allows collection of unused food and thorough cleaning after each flock. 732-363-2333

Incubators

Jamesway Incubator Booth: 5219

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Experience higher quality chicks, lower mortality rates, better feed conversion ratios and greater energy efficiency with Jamesway Platinum Series Single Stage equipment. Optimize every egg cycle and increase the performance of every machine, by not having to open the doors, with Jamesway Pilot and Vision. Experience the Platinum Chick Advantage. 519-624-4646

Packaging

Cryovac-Sealed Air Booth: 6067 Your products will look better using Cryovac packing materials and equipment systems technology. Whether you’re packaging whole birds or trayed parts, Cryovac gives you outstanding appearance and extreme toughness in one package. Our new automatic loading systems can help make your operations more proficient. Cryovac equipment systems are known throughout the world for their efficiency. To complete our total systems approach, we also provide Cryovac foam trays and Dri-Loc pads. 864-433-2000

Processing eqpt.

Marel Stork Booth: 4421 Our history of innovation. Your future today. Celebrating 50 years at IPE. At Marel Stork Poultry Processing, we thrive on combining the latest in poultry science with imagination and ingenuity to bring you the future of poultry processing today. Visit us at IPE to see the past, present and future of poultry processing technology — all on one stand. Booth 4421/4429. Live demonstrations from our Innovation Centers — ask for a personal (Continued on next page)

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demonstration of the process you want to see. Join our celebration of 50 years of exhibiting at IPE, Tuesday and Wednesday of the show, 4-5 p.m. Live entertainment, refreshments, giveaways. 888-888-9107

Fogging nozzles

W.A. Westgate Co. Booth: 1506 W.A. Westgate Co. Inc. will display and demonstrate several types of fogging nozzles for cooling poultry in all types of housing. Included will be plastic, brass and stainless steel nozzles for use at regular or high pressure fogging. 530-753-2954

Gizzard processing

DeLong’s Gizzard Booth: 5174 DeLong’s is a gizzard processing expertise company. We specialize in the production of turkey and chicken gizzard processing equipment. We also offer spare parts for our equipment and other OEM (Stork, Cantrell and Meyn) harvesters or repeeling machines. Our newest equipment line includes and automatic gizzard peeler which is offered for turkeys and chickens. 478-743-9134

Research association

Poultry Science Association Booth: 747 The Poultry Science Association is a diverse global society dedicated to research and to dissemination and application of knowledge that supports an ethical and sustainable poultry food enterprise and enhances animal and human health and well-being. Publisher of Poultry Science and The Journal of Applied

Poultry Research, the Poultry Science Association is a professional organization consisting of approximately 1,300 educators, scientists, Extension specialists, administrators and producers who are committed to advancing the poultry industry. Since 1908, the Poultry Science Association has maintained a level of prestige that ranks it among the top professional organizations in the field. More information can also be obtained at http://www.poultryscience.org. 217-356-5285

Washers

Kuhl Corp. Booth: 5423 Kuhl Corp. is a family-owned business now in its 103rd year of operation. As your one source for automated washing systems for eggs, pallets, dividers, egg trays, vats, bins and totes, as well as hatchery automation equipment and plastic poultry raising products, Kuhl Corp. prides itself in always providing a quality product. On display in booth 5423, will be a selection of our engineered equipment including a pallet and divider washer, a plastic egg tray washer, an egg washer and Kuhl’s uniquely designed chick and shell separator. Also featured will be our broad line of plastic poultry raising products. 908-782-5696

Conveying tech.

Intralox LLC Booth: 5145 The most recent addition to Intralox’s line of Activated Roller Belt (ARB) equipment provides ultimate flexibility in the challenging palletizer infeed application. This unique solution for both new and retrofit palletizer applications features an electri-

cally actuated switch that can handle up to 500 packs per minute in any orientation, while at the same time diverting to an infinite number of discharge points — all from a single input. Able to handle packs as small as 2-inches x 2-inches (51 mm x 51 mm), this ARB equipment solution provides the flexibility needed to adeptly handle today and tomorrow’s changing package types to create optimum palletizing patterns. Whether you need to reduce overall system costs, save floor space, or reduce system controls and complexity, consult Intralox early on in your planning process. We’ll show you how, through the unique capabilities of ARB technology, you can obtain the optimal line layout to maximize productivity. Award-winning ARB technology has simplified line layouts and enabled critical improvements for end users in more than 2,500 installations worldwide. 888-387-2358

Skinner

Cantrell Booth: 6757 Cantrell has developed the new NS-2004 Overhead Neck and Shoulder skinner. The Cantrell NS-2004 Neck and Shoulder Skinner, located in-line after the cropper, uses the peeler roller system to remove skin from the neck and shoulder area of eviscerated birds. A newly designed frame for better roller support combined with a 2-hp drive creates a better skinning application. To further the advancement of the previous “neck only” skinner in the cleaning area, Cantrell has redesigned the water rail to create a broader, more evenly spaced, water spraying application. A new design at the exit end of the NS-2004 allows for better

skin removal from the support blocks of the rollers. The NS2004 is available in both rightHand and left-Hand stainless steel units and for different styles of overhead conveyor systems. 800-922-1232

Ice machines

A-1 Flake Ice Machine Booth: 5858 A-1 Flake Ice Machine Co. offers ice machines from 2,000 pounds to 40,000 pounds per 24 hours. It’s USDA approved. Evaporators use 404A refrigerant units are self-contained, weather protected, steel skid mounted and packaged with condensing unit. The units are factory wired, fully charged, and ready for installation. The best ice machine for your poultry business. 909-930-9910

Wheels

BNL USA Booth: 6643 BNL USA is among the world’s largest suppliers of poultry wheels. Our products are stocked in North America, England and China. More information can also be obtained at http://www.bnl-bearings.com. 508-698-8880

Feed enzymes

ChemGen Booth: 553 ChemGen is offering its proprietary product Hemicell, a feed enzyme for soya based diets. Other products include custom enzyme blends to break down xylans, beta-glucans, starches and proteins. ChemGen also designs, installs and services systems for post-pelleting application of enzymes and routinely uses feed assays to confirm the inclusion rate. 301-330-4101

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Cont. level sensor

BinMaster Level Controls Booth: 542 BinMaster Level Controls introduces a newly designed weight and cable, “bob” style SmartBob-TS1 continuous level sensor with a sealed electronics compartment to meet the challenges of dusty environments. This continuous level measurement and inventory monitoring sensor is designed to prevent the ingression of dust into the electronics cavity of the sensor to protect critical components and enhance durability. The SmartBob-TS1 is proven accurate and reliable in applications when the sensor is used to measure powders or granular materials in bins, tanks and silos where high levels of dust are present, especially after the filling operation. The newly designed SmartBob-TS1 can be used with bins, tanks or silos up to 60-feet tall in any type of operation that needs to monitor inventories of bulk solids or powders. It is highly suitable for feed and milling operations, food processing, grain bins, cement and sand silos, or chemical and pharmaceutical processing facilities. 800-278-4241

Poultry lights

Once Innovations Booth: 1539 Once Innovations Inc. is an LED technology developer and manufacturer of the energy-efficient line of Agri-Shift® LED Poultry Lights. These lamps are designed to enhance productivity and flock welfare while standing up to years of harsh barn conditions. They reduce the cost of electricity for barn lighting by 88 percent over comparable incandescent bulbs and operate on standard AC current with (Continued on next page)

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no need for ballast or transformers. AgriShift LED Poultry Lights are ETL listed to UL and CSA safety standards and are available for broilers, breeders, layers and turkeys in a variety of installation types and electrical connections. 763-381-5621

Electronic components

4B Components Booth: 505 Founded in the U.S. in 1984, 4B Components Ltd. develops high quality, innovative and dependable material handling and electronic components for the agricultural and industrial sectors. 4B’s material handling products consist of elevator buckets, bolts, belting, drop forged chain, sprockets and trailers. 4B’s electronics products range from speed, temperature,level, plus and belt alignment monitoring, to safety switches, alarms and displays. A subsidiary of The Braime Group, a global supplier of material handling components, 4B is backed by 120 years of experience. With offices worldwide, 4B can provide practical solutions for any application no matter the location. 309-698-5611

Feed additives

A/B Technologies Booth: 639 A/B Technologies International Inc. has more than 30 years experience in developing new technical advancements in animal health and feed additive components. These areas include microbials, enzymes and immunology. Recent developments in the area of a modified vitamin D3 by fermentation will be introduced at the show. The Bio D® product is much more bio available than traditional vitamin D3 and cost effective. Visit us at booth 639. 541-746-8672

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Packaging

AllStar Packaging Booth: 2032 Allstar Packaging is a leading American packaging supplier, with experience shipping all over the world. Products include egg cartons, egg filler flats, 5x6, 6x6, 4x5, corrugated egg boxes (15 doz. & 30 doz.), plastic egg flats, vacuum lift heads; and any other poultry suppliers egg cartons can be customized with your company logo in pulp or Styrofoam. Highly experienced staff will simplify your ordering, and lowest prices guaranteed. 954-781-9066

Breeding stock

Aviagen Booth: 2057 Aviagen is a leading poultry breeding company, encompassing the Ross, Arbor Acres and Indian River brand names. Headquartered in Huntsville, Ala., Aviagen has wholly-owned operations in the U.S., Europe, Brazil, Asia, Turkey, Australia and New Zealand. With joint ventures on three continents and an unparalleled global supply network, these operations supply customers in more than 120 countries worldwide with first-class breeding stock. 256-890-3800

Food safety prod.

Neogen Booth: 5744 Neogen’s comprehensive line of rapid food safety products includes simple and accurate tests for foodborne bacteria, including new lateral flow ELISA Reveal® 2.0 for listeria and salmonella, and Neogen ANSR for salmonella, which combines the precision of molecular methodologies (e.g., PCR) with quicker, easier results and lower cost; Neogen’s Reveal® and new

Reveal Q+ quantitative test strips for mycotoxins (e.g., aflatoxin) that combine precise test results with simple test formats; spoilage organisms (e.g., yeast and mold), including the Soleris® optical microbial system that rapidly detects contamination; AccuPoint® 2 ATP Sanitation Monitoring; and Acumedia® dehydrated culture media. 517-372-9200

Embryo activator

HatchTech Booth: 2038 Our revolutionary incubation concept, based on the effect of embryo temperature on optimum incubation, led to the development of patented perforated radiators to create a laminar airflow that gives each and every embryo an equal opportunity to vent heat during incubation. This concept of temperature control, first applied to the incubation process, is now also being applied during chick transport and chick brooding. During IPE 2012, HatchTech will present its new Uniform Embryo Activator. One of the first and most important steps in the incubation process is bringing the eggs from storage temperature to the optimal incubation temperature. For the best incubation results, this process must be uniform. The Uniform Embryo Activator, which is a standard feature of the HatchTech MicroClimer Setters, exactly regulates the first incubation phase in a way that ensures the best and most uniform start and early development of all the embryos in the setter. http://www.hatchtech.nl

Wrapping machine

B.W. Cooney Booth: 6717 B.W. Cooney offers a proven, competitive wrapping machine for

the poultry industry — the new DW2500N End Seal Wrapper. The 21st century is here with the proven capabilities of the Omori DW-2500N End Seal Wrapper. Servo-motor construction reduces maintenance over competitive models. Hermetic seals produce a completely “leak proof” package and, with MAP barrier films reduces rejected packages. Overall smaller footprint saves refrigerated floor space and mirror image construction reduces operator needs by controlling two production lines with one operator. Touch screen controls instantly give the operator access to all functions of the production operation. Stop by booth 6717 for a demonstration and details on how your company can benefit from this system. 905-857-7880

Feed ingredients

Danisco Booth: 739 Danisco is one of the world’s leading producers of food ingredients, enzymes and bio-based solutions. Danisco designs and delivers these solutions to meet the market demand for healthier and safer products. By understanding the needs in animal production, Danisco has dedicated its resources to the research, development, manufacture and technical support of products for the animal industry, such as probiotics, enzymes, betaine, silage preservatives and livestock waste treatment products. 314-771-7766

Belt drives

Fenner Drives Booth: 4324 Fenner Drives is a proven leader in the design and manufacture of problem-solving power transmission and motion transfer components. Recognized widely for

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our expertise and innovation in manufacturing technology, we consistently blend reliability, quality and value in our products. As part of our commitment to provide unsurpassed technical support and service, we maintain extensive engineering, development and testing facilities. We offer PowerTwist Plus high performance V-Belts and T-Max automatic belt Tensioners as upgrades to your V-belt drive systems. They are specifically designed to handle the tough environments found in poultry houses and keep your ventilation fans running faster and longer. 717-665-2421

Temp. monitoring

Global Sensors Booth: 5950 Global Sensors is a worldwide leader in temperature and humidity monitoring solutions. From simple thermometers to electronic data loggers using state-of-the-art software, we supply high quality products for cold chain and in-transit monitoring. It is our goal to bring new products to market that specifically meet the challenges of ensuring a safe product supply chain. Global Sensors many years of experience in the time/temperature monitoring of perishable have made us an industry expert and leader. Our products include graphic, strip-chart temperature recorders, electronic date loggers, “wireless” temperature monitor systems, handheld digital, dial and infrared thermometers. 704-827-4331

Hatchery design

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for new and existing facilities. Our mechanical systems include state-of-the-art ventilation, chick process automation, heat recovery and auxiliary equipment. With our broad hatchery product line including systems for all aspects of your facility, we have gained a valuable knowledge of the complete hatchery operation and its processes. Our advanced control products provide simple, reliable and energy efficient systems. In three years the Titan controller has become the preferred control system in the industry. Let our 55 years of experience prove to be an asset for your next project. 770-941-2350

Eqpt. parts

Hill Parts Booth: 5238 Since 1969, Hill Parts has set the standard in the poultry parts aftermarket. Building on our experience and reputation for quality, we’re proud to offer a complete line of parts for all food processing applications. The Hill Parts catalog features an extensive listing of practical, cost-effective solutions, including blades, shackles, peeler rolls and the Untouchable premium line of picker hubs. 770-735-4199

Wood shaving mill

Jackson Lumber Booth: 1939 In 1960, Clinton Jackson invented and patented the original wood shaving mill. Keeping in step with today’s high-tech standards, Jackson Lumber Harvester Co. Inc. continues to improve the Jackson Wood Shaving Mill’s production level of high-quality shavings, through combining hydraulics and electronics. This, along with mechanical design improvements, make the latest Jackson Wood

Shavings Mills capable of producing even higher volume of shavings as well as higher quality in day-in, day-out operation. Jackson Wood Shavings Mills continue to be the standard in wood shaving production. The company also does a brisk business in used equipment. 715-926-3816

Feed ingredients

Mirasco Booth: 360 At Mirasco, we are committed to providing our customers with competitive prices, consistent, top quality products. Our product range includes specialty grains, proteins, forage and feed additives. Whether you run a livestock or poultry operation, or operate a commercial feed mill, you can count on Mirasco for your requirements of feed ingredients and grain commodities. Why Mirasco? Strong and long term relations with our customers; partnership relations with our world class selected producers; sourcing products from the U.S., as well as different global locations; strong network of container transloading facilities along with steamship line relations; state-of-the-art technical support and guidance; flexibility and responsiveness to ensure top customer service and satisfaction. Our markets — strong presence in the Middle East, Mediterranean basin and Gulf, as well as South America markets. We are also open to serve our customers in China, southeast Asia and Europe. 770-956-1945

Construction

Younglove Construction Booth: 1039 Younglove Construction LLC is building the future for our poultry industry customers by offering superior solutions for broiler and layer feed milling facilities. Planned

and executed by experienced and dedicated designers, engineers, project managers, and craft workers, each Younglove project reflects the attention to safety, continuous improvement and quality, which will result in the best combination of capital spent for the lowest operational cost. 712-277-3906

Processing pumps

Murzan Booth: 4039 Murzan Inc. is a U.S. company with global distribution. Murzan has been a leader for the poultry industry for more than 20 years due to a determined effort to provide the most durable, and reliable sanitary pumps combined with unrivaled service. Murzan will feature the CBTU-50, designed to pump delicate muscle meat, and the Sanitary PI-50 Poultry Processing Pump, both USDA approved, designed for pumping chicken necks, paws, feet and chicken and turkey hearts, livers, gizzards, blood and skin. 770-448-0583

Forming machines

NuTEC Mfg. Booth: 4349 NuTEC Manufacturing will feature the totally hydraulic 720 with the new tray index conveyor and the higher volume 745 multi-hole food forming machine. These machines are designed to product patties, nuggets, meatballs, skinless links, 3-D and numerous other shapes, from whole muscle or ground products. Equipment for processing stuffed sandwiches, chicken kiev and cordon bleu is also available from NuTEC. 815-722-2800

Radiant brooders Space-Ray Booth: 2047

Space-Ray Gas Brooders include the energy efficient SRB40-EZ 40,000 Btu/hr. radiant brooders with direct spark ignition controls, 30,000 Btu/hr. single jet brooders and both single and two-stage radiant tube heaters with capacities from 80,000 to 150,000 Btu/hr. Also available is the “Windbuster” pilot ignition brooders that are suited for tunnel ventilated housing and the Tube Integrity Safety System (TISS) and the Cold Air Stopper System for tube heaters. 800-849-7311

Lighting

Tabor Group Booth: 6028 Tabor Group Inc. specializes in supplying lighting for poultry applications. Our lighting products include dimmable and non dimmable LED’s, CFL and CCFL’s. All of our products have undergone and passed long field testing. New models include — Retrolite PoultryFlector — that easily allow you to convert from high pressure sodium to CFL’s and our new dimmable LED’s. These products represent the most technologically innovative and offer the best paybacks of any poultry lighting products. 800-657-0509

Trace minerals

Zinpro Perf. Minerals Booth: 946 Count on Zinpro Performance Minerals®, the premier source of trace minerals in the industry, to deliver consistent, performancedriven results for your poultry business. Zinpro Performance Minerals are the most bioavailable trace minerals on the market. Organic trace minerals, such as those found in Availa® Zn and Availa® Z/M, have been shown

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to offer performance-driven benefits such as: increased growth rate, increased breast meat yield, improved feed conversion, and increased egg and chick production. 952-983-4000

Dicer

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USPOULTRY Foundation awards grant to Auburn TUCKER, Ga. — The USPOULTRY Foundation recently awarded a $17,580 student recruiting grant to Auburn University’s Poultry Science Department. Lyman Campbell, complex controller for Koch Foods and U. S. Poultry & Egg Association board member, presented the check to Dr. Don Connor, head of the Poultry Science Department at Auburn University. Johnny Adams, executive director of the Alabama Poultry & Egg Association, and Codi Plaster, Auburn University Department of Poultry Science student recruiter, assisted in the check presentation. “The Auburn Poultry Science Department is extremely grateful for the

support provided by the USPOULTRY Foundation. These funds will help us to promote the outstanding education and career opportunities that poultry science majors experience at Auburn. Our graduates are well prepared for and easily placed in a wide range of rewarding careers in the poultry industry,” remarked Connor. The USPOULTRY Foundation board recently approved student recruiting grants totaling more than $180,000 to the six U.S. universities with poultry science departments and 14 other institutions with poultry programs. The foundation provides annual recruiting funds to colleges and universities to attract students to their poultry programs.

Food Trends Compiled by Barbara Olejnik, Associate Editor 770-718-3440 bolejnik@poultrytimes.net

GNP Company GNP Company, the Midwest’s largest chicken producer, has announced the launch of a new frozen chicken product line — All Natural Frozen Chicken. With the flavor of fresh chicken and the versatility of frozen, Gold’n Plump new product is packaged in a box and comes in individually, vacuum-packed servings, so consumers can use just what is needed as well as minimize freezer burn. The pouch pack-

aging also reduces the need to touch chicken while opening, and gets rid of soaker pads, foam trays and sticky overwrap. The products include All Natural hand-trimmed Boneless Skinless Chicken (4-pack), All Natural Chicken Breast Fillets (4- and 8-packs) and Premium 90/10 Ground Chicken chubs (2-pack). The products also feature four-color photography, providing serving suggestions and a recipe. u More information: http:// www.goldenplump.com

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Grant awarded: The USPOULTRY Foundation recently awarded a $17,580 student recruiting grant to Auburn University. Taking part in the presentation are, left to right, Johnny Adams, executive director, Alabama Poultry &amp; Egg Association; Lyman Campbell, complex controller for Koch Foods and U.S. Poultry &amp; Egg Association board member; Dr. Don Connor, head of Auburn University’s Poultry Science Department; and Codi Plaster, Department of Poultry Science student recruiter for Auburn University.

UFood Restaurant Group UFood Restaurant Group Inc., has announced that the company has reduced sodium by 20 percent in all of its breaded chicken menu items as part of the company’s core focus on continuing to offer customers at its urban, airport, hospital and military base locations food that is nutritionally sound and great tasting. These menu items include the Crispy Chicken Chopped Cobb Salad, Chicken Parmigians Wrap and the kids’ Oven Crisped Chicken Fingers Meal. All of UFood’s breaded chicken items are baked, not fried. “As a restaurant company that is committed to nutrition, sodium is one of many things that we focus on,” said UFood CEO George Naddaff. “Our new breaded chicken products offer consumers great taste and reduced sodium levels, both of which are important

to our brand.” u More information: http:// www.ufoodgrill.com

Plainville Farms Plainville Farms, which produces antibiotic-free, vegetarian fed, all-natural, humanely raised poultry, has added pre-sliced uncured turkey bologna and presliced uncured turkey salami to their deli line. Both are flavored with all-natural ingredients and have no nitrates, no MSG,no phosphates and no carrageenan. “Consumers want deli meats to deliver the old-fashioned flavor and natural appearance they love, but with nutritional attributes that they can embrace,” said Barb Quijano, vice president of marketing for Hain Pure Protein Corp., which owns Plainville Farms. “”Our taste panels and the products’ nutrition facts

report that our new uncured turkey bologna and salami deliver on all counts.”. u More information: http:// www.plainvillefarms.com

Tyson Foods Tyson Foods is reintroducing Weaver Chicken Roll, a lunchmeat made from 100 percent white meat chicken which can provide a savory taste to classic sandwiches, antipasto and salads. Beyond lunchtime meals, the roll can be sliced, diced or blended to be used as a flavorful meat ingredient in casseroles,soups, croquettes, omelets and numerous appetizers. The roll comes in a unique blue casing and is available in Northeast U.S. markets and can be found at grocer’s deli counters. u More information: http:// www.tysonfoods.com

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Markets

light to instances moderate; demand ranges light to occasionally heavy. Spent hen offerings are more than adequate; demand is light to moderate.

Parts:

Compiled by David B. Strickland, Editor 770-718-3442 dstrickland@poultrytimes.net

National Egg Market:

sizes. Retail demand is moderate to good while light in the Northeast region. Distributive demand is mixed. Supplies are light to moderate for immediate trade needs. Market activity is moderate to active. Breaking stock offerings are

(Dec. 27): Regional prices are higher on Extra Large and Large sizes, unchanged to higher on Medium. New York prices are steady on all

Georgia: The f.o.b. dock quoted prices on ice-pack parts based on truckload and pool truckload lots for the week of Dec. 28: line run tenders $1.88½; skinless/boneless breasts $1.48½; whole breasts 82½¢; boneless/skinless thigh meat $1.23; thighs 71½¢; drumsticks 64½¢; leg quarters 53½¢; and wings $1.59.

Fowl:

Dec. 23: Live spent heavy fowl Final prices at Farm Buyer Loading (per pound): range 8¢-16¢

Week of Dec. 24: 144,367,000.

National Slaughter:

The estimated number of broilerfryers available for slaughter the week ending Dec. 31 is 143.6 million head compared to 133 million head slaughtered the same week last year.

Broiler: Estimated slaughter for week ending Dec. 31 is 125,094,000. Actual slaughter for the week ending Dec. 24 was 141,721,000. Heavy-type hen: Estimated slaughter for the week ending Dec. 31 is 1,386,000. Actual slaughter for the week ending Dec. 24 was 1,687,000. Light-type hen: Estimated slaughter for the week ending Dec. 31 is 1,331,000. Actual slaughter for the week ending Dec. 24 was 959,000. Total: Week of Dec. 31: 127,811,000.

The following chart provides an annual high and a comparison of recent activity of major poultry company stocks.

USDA Shell Eggs

AMS weekly combined region shell egg prices Average prices on sales to volume buyers, Grade A or better, White eggs in cartons, delivered warehouse, cents per dozen.

Annual High

Cal-Maine Campbell Soup ConAgra Hormel Pilgrim’s Pride Sanderson Farms Seaboard Tyson

36.55 35.66 26.68 30.50 8.61 53.22 2705.00 21.00

Dec. 23

Dec. 28

Extra Large Regions: Northeast 142.50 Southeast 149.50 Midwest 141.50 South Central 152.50 Combined 146.79

34.25 35.62 33.16 33.17 26.60 26.36 29.47 29.22 5.99 5.69 47.75 48.39 2114.00 2012.00 20.91 20.81

Large

Medium

141.00 147.50 139.50 152.50 145.48

105.00 107.00 101.50 108.50 105.62

Computed from simple weekly averages weighted by regional area populations

Grain Prices OHIO COUNTRY ELEV. Dec. 13 Dec. 22 Dec. 29 No. 2 Yellow Corn/bu. $5.94 $6.16 $6.42 Soybeans/bu. $10.80 $11.23 $11.68 (Courtesy: Prospect Farmers Exchange, Prospect, Ohio)

(Courtesy: A.G. Edwards & Sons Inc.)

Broiler Eggs Set/Chicks Placed in 19 States EGGS SET (Thousands)

Ala Ark

Ca,Tn,Wv

Del Fla Ga Ky La Md Miss Mo. N.C. Okla Pa S.C. Tex Va

19 States Total Prev. year % Prev. yr.

CHICKS PLACED (Thousands)

Dec. 3

Dec. 10

Dec. 17

Dec. 24

Dec. 3

Dec. 10

Dec. 17

Dec. 24

27,771 20,074 10,922 3,127 1,346 31,993 7,522 3,364 7,275 18,229 8,052 20,019 6,401 3,854 5,048 14,225 5,660

28,071 20,174 11,292 3,127 1,352 31,595 7,463 3,364 7,322 18,100 7,931 19,654 6,721 3,756 5,200 14,317 6,166

27,892 20,038 10,416 3,124 1,351 31,779 7,601 3,409 7,121 18,337 7,941 19,629 6,802 3,759 5,509 14,365 5,813

27,698 20,121 10,650 3,126 1,349 31,694 7,377 3,364 7,483 18,266 7,945 19,767 6,710 3,786 5,362 13,723 6,041

19,231 20,749 11,558 4,303 1,299 25,259 5,972 2,920 6,729 14,971 5,183 16,108 3,286 3,096 4,660 11,931 4,281

20,541 19,633 10,527 3,501 1,052 26,653 6,610 2,992 6,825 15,595 5,628 15,557 4,068 3,113 4,323 12,062 4,699

19,985 19,201 10,967 4,439 1,073 27,411 5,558 2,955 6,261 15,133 5,895 15,239 4,172 3,167 4,565 12,128 4,571

20,587 19,332 10,676 3,255 964 27,603 6,018 2,972 6,667 15,600 5,734 15,731 4,204 3,230 4,087 11,657 4,624

194,882 203,973

195,605 205,282

194,886 205,187

194,462 205,240

161,536 168,395

163,379 169,211

162,720 170,078

162,941 168,134

1/Current week as percent of same week last year.

The estimated U.S. slaughter for the week of Dec. 28 is 125.3 million head or 18.3 million less than estimated available. For the week of Jan. 7, 2012, the estimated available is 146.6 million head, notes the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service Poultry Programs.

Broiler/Fryer Markets

Industry Stock Report

Company

Estimates:

USDA Composite Weighted Average For week of: Dec. 26 For week of: Dec. 19 Chi.-Del.-Ga.-L.A.-Miss.-N.Y.--S.F.-South. States For delivery week of: Dec. 5 Chicago majority 70--74¢ Mississippi majority 82--86¢ New York majority 75--78¢ For delivery week of: Dec. 7 Delmarva weighted average 58--93¢ Georgia f.o.b. dock offering 89.75¢ Los Angeles majority price 99.00¢ San Francisco majority price 99.50¢ Southern States f.o.b. average 53.78¢

80.85¢ 80.01¢ Dec. 26 72--76¢ 75--90¢ 76--79¢ Dec. 28 66--95¢ 90.00¢ 99.00¢ 99.50¢ 55.40¢

Turkey Markets Weighted avg. prices for frozen whole young turkeys Weighted average (cents/lb.) F.O.B. shipper dock National Week ending Dec. 23 Last year Hens (8-16 lbs.) 101.83 90.50 Toms (16-24 lbs.) 103.19 91.50 Week ending Dec. 16 Nov. avg. Hens (8-16 lbs.) 108.07 113.57 Toms (16-24 lbs.) 109.51 113.08

Egg Markets USDA quotations New York cartoned del. store-door: Dec. 23 Dec. 28 Extra large, no change $1.56--$1.60 $1.56--$1.60 Large, no change $1.54--$1.58 $1.54--$1.58 Medium, no change $1.13--$1.17 $1.13--$1.17 Southeast Regional del. warehouse: Dec. 23 Dec. 28 Extra large, up 15½¢ $1.37--$1.54 $1.52½--$1.62 Large, up 15½¢ $1.33--$1.52 $1.48½--$1.60 Medium, up 1½¢ $1.03--$1.12 $1.04½--$1.12

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AMERICAN EGG BOARD HOTLINE AEB Hotline appears regularly in Poultry Times and provides an update on programs and services provided for egg producers by the American Egg Board. Details on any item mentioned may be obtained by contacting AEB at 1460 Renaissance Dr., Park Ridge, Ill. 60068. Phone: 847296-7043. l AEB’s Weekly Media Update now reaches more than 500 contacts throughout the industry. E-mailed via Constant Contact, the update typically earns an open rate of 25.3 percent, well above industry average, and earns click-through rates as high as 24 percent. The sidebar features articles about AEB’s programs with clickable links. Please continue to forward this information, or let AEB know what contacts should be added to this list. Its look will be updated quarterly in 2012. l World Egg Day (WED) 2011 was filled with great initiatives to celebrate The incredible edible egg. Activities began Monday, Oct. 10 with a coupon promotion on the Incredible Edible Egg Facebook page. More than 63,000 coupons offering 55 cents off of two-dozen eggs were downloaded, resulting in 44,000 new fans on Facebook. The Incredible Edible Egg Facebook page now has more than 199,000 fans! In addition to the coupon drop, “Mr. Food” took viewers on a tour of a modern egg farm and showcased the Good Egg Project with Jacques Klempf. He also shared easy egg recipes. The segments aired on more than 115 stations for 2.3 million impressions. Mr. Food also included an

egg recipe in the weekly newsletter that went out prior to WED, which is distributed to more than 700,000 readers, bringing the total WED media impressions to more than 18 million. l AEB supports the USA Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) with a limited amount of funding for export programs to promote shell eggs and egg products internationally. USAPEEC provides AEB with Quarterly Reports for its sponsored programs. This report provides an in-depth look of the U.S. Egg Program in the Dominican Republic, Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Mexico and Middle East. If you would like a copy of this report, please contact Ashley Richardson via arichardson@ aeb.org or at 847-296-7043. For more information on USAPEEC, please contact Jennifer Geck via jgecj@usapeec.org or at 770413-0006. l In November, in cooperation with AEB’s media partner, QSR magazine, AEB presented “Breakfast: The Incredible Eggspanding Market” Webinar. More than 400 registered participants from the Quick-Service Restaurant (QSR) segment signed up. Breakfast continues to be the major growth driver in foodservice — with more breakfasts, more customers and more innovation. Two of the top breakfast research experts will showcase trends, strategies for growth and winning menus. This webinar is archived on QSRmagazine.com/ webinars and sound clips will be posted on AEB.org.

Tyson CEO compensation dropped in fiscal year 2011 The Associated Press

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — The compensation of Tyson Foods CEO Donnie Smith fell 23 percent during the 2011 fiscal year alongside a decline in the meat producer’s annual net income. An analysis by The Associated Press of a regulatory document filed on Dec. 22 shows that the value of CEO Donnie Smith’s salary, options and other compensation was $6,671,224. That’s down from $8,706,504 the year before. Tyson Foods Inc. is the biggest U.S. meat

producer. While Tyson was profitable during the last fiscal year, its net income fell nearly 4 percent from 2010. Tyson raised prices on beef, chicken and pork, but the company could not raise chicken prices enough to offset rising feed and grain costs. Smith, 52, has made cost-cutting a central focus of his tenure as the company CEO. He is also president of the meat and prepared-foods company. He has been CEO since November 2009.

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•Tyson (Continued from page 23)

According to the filing, Smith received a base salary of $900,000 for the year that ended Oct. 1, up from $855,577 in 2010. Tyson Foods gave Smith option awards valued at $2.5 million, up 2 percent from $2.4 million the prior year. He received other compensation, including personal use of a company aircraft and life insurance premiums, worth $320,782. That’s up 79 percent from last year. Smith was not paid a bonus for the year. No Tyson executive was paid a bonus in 2011 except for Noel White, senior group vice president over fresh meats. White was paid a $230,000

bonus that the company said was due to him under terms of an amendment made to his employment contract in February. Smith’s incentive pay was cut 21 percent to nearly $3 million, from $3.8 million last year. Tyson Foods’ full-year earnings for the 2011 fiscal year dropped to $750 million from $780 million. Revenue for the year rose 13.5 percent to $32.27 billion from $28.43 billion. Tyson’s revenue increased in part because it lifted prices for meat. Consumers have resisted higher prices since 2008 as a weak job market has cut back their income. But gains from higher sales were

largely wiped out by rising costs. Tyson Foods said feed and ingredient costs jumped $675 million in the year. Corn hit record highs this summer and other crop prices climbed. The Associated Press formula calculates an executive’s total compensation during the last fiscal year by adding salary, bonuses, perks, above-market interest the company pays on deferred compensation and the estimated value of stock and stock options awarded during the year. The AP formula does not count changes in the present value of pension benefits. That makes the AP total slightly different in most cases from the total reported by companies

to the Securities and Exchange Commission. The value that a company assigned to an executive’s stock and option awards for 2011 was the present value of what the company expected the awards to be worth to the executive over time. Companies use one of several formulas to calculate that value. However, the number is just an estimate, and what an executive ultimately receives will depend on the performance of the company’s stock in the years after the awards are granted. Most stock compensation programs require an executive to wait a specified amount of time to receive shares or exercise options.

Special grower rate available for IPE/IFE ATLANTA — Poultry growers and producers are invited to attend the 2012 International Poultry Expo/International Feed Expo with a special registration fee of only $5 (on-site only) — a savings of $55.

Sponsored by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association and the American Feed Industry Association, the Expo will be held January 24-26, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

The coupons will be available in the Jan. 2 and Jan. 16 issues of Poultry Times. “We urge growers and producers to take advantage of this great opportunity, especially at this terrific price. The Expo al-

lows you to see and touch the latest technology, experience time and money saving innovations, and attend educational sessions. It is also an excellent way to experience the entire poultry and feed industry by seeing all its

INTERNATIONAL POULTRY EXPO GROWER DAYS Admission Only $5 (USD)| January 24-26, 2012 | Georgia World Congress Center | Atlanta, Georgia USA

This is a great opportunity to network with others who share similar interests and concerns.

Compliments of U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

To take advantage of the reduced admission fee, you must be a contract grower and bring this coupon along with a completed registration form to a cashier in B Building registration lobby of the Georgia World Congress Center. Preregistration is not available.

components, including hatchery, layers, feed milling, live production, processing, further processing, packaging, and a variety of supporting companies. There is a lot to see and do at the Expo, and we invite our growers and producers to join us in Atlanta to experience it all,” said Gary Cooper, Cooper Farms, Oakwood, Ohio, and chairman of USPOULTRY. Growers and producers can attend the Expo on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Registration will begin each morning at 7:30 a.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., downtown Atlanta. A completed registration form and a 2012 Grower Days coupon are required. Coupons are also available through state poultry organizations. More information can be obtained at http://www.ipeweek12. org; or 770-493-9401.

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The animal health industry has a key role to play in re-thinking the way we approach the world’s health. Whether it’s serving the needs of a pet owner in a growing city or working on ways to feed a global population of nine billion by 2050, our industry is an essential part of addressing global issues. At Ceva, we’re committed to meeting these challenges and together – with you – we will help build a healthy new world.

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