George Aubert rescues one of his chickens from rising floodwaters caused by Hurricane Matthew in Fair Bluff, North Carolina, in 2016.
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More than half the US production of broiler chickens is in states along the coast frequently struck by hurricanes.
Turkey is cheaper than ever before.
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Turkey has become easier to produce over the years, making it easier on American wallets – with some environmental benefits as well.
There are concerns that the new draft poultry standards don’t truly have chickens’ welfare at heart.
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The current review of standards for egg and poultry farming does little to assuage fears that the industry wields too much influence. Only an independent regulator can restore public confidence.
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A global trend to regulate frequent antibiotic use in livestock and poultry production is emerging but Africa is still lagging behind.