The Wayne-Sanderson Farms Danville Complex has recognized Brixey Farm with its Broiler Producer of the Year award for 2022. 

Nearly 83,000 total turkeys were affected — 30,100 turkey breeder replacement hens, 19,200 turkey breeder hens and 33,400 commercial meat turkeys, according to data from the USDA.

The fully cooked chicken product was produced on various dates between Oct. 27 and Nov. 8.

 Alabama became the latest state to deal with highly pathogenic avian influenza.

The six-week antitrust trial accused the poultry processor of working with major players like Tyson Foods, Perdue Farms, Pilgrim’s Pride and many others to reduce the poultry supply chain, prior to the company's merger with Wayne Farms.

Already in the month of October, there have been 618,801 birds affected by the virus — 260 times more birds than in the summer months combined.

Retailers seek sustainable packaging that keeps the product both hot and crispy.

The chicken sandwich craze continues to make a big impact on retail foodservice.

Chester’s fried chicken is sold in grocery stores and other retail and foodservice channels.

According to the ASPCA, consumers’ food purchasing decisions continue to be influenced by animal welfare more and more.