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Feed energy is the single costliest component in poultry production, yet the industry still heavily relies on live animal bioassays to measure it. The Journal of Applied Poultry Research highlights how accurate, continuous quantification of Metabolizable Energy (ME) serves as a critical pillar for global production efficiency. By analyzing how factors like batch-to-batch ingredient variation and bird maturity impact energy outcomes, this objective research underscores the massive economic consequences of variance in the field. Ultimately, mastering these metrics allows producers to move away from guesswork and implement a true precision approach that enhances both biological and financial efficacy. Embracing these data-driven insights is key to optimizing production sustainability and mitigating hidden industry costs worldwide. To learn more about this research, visit: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1056617126000796

Scrambled, poached, or sunnyside up? Today, we’re celebrating our favorite versatile protein and the incredible egg farmers who make it happen! How are you celebrating ? Share your favorite style of eggs!

Welcome to the poultry industry! Now... where to start? Whether you're in supply chain, science, marketing, or operations, navigating a specialized industry requires the right toolkit. To skip the guesswork, bookmark these essential resources to get you started. 📰 News: WATT Poultry, Modern Poultry, Feedstuffs & The Poultry Site
🤝 Associations: US Poultry & Egg, United Egg Producers, American Egg Board, National Egg Farmers & Egg Industry Center
🔬 Science: Journal of Applied Poultry Research & Poultry Science
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As we wrap up , it's the perfect time to illustrate how the egg industry extends far beyond the whole shell eggs on grocery store shelves. Eggs also provide versatile solutions across multiple sectors when used in liquid, frozen, or dried forms. These "egg products" are used in things like pasta, mayonnaise, desserts, pre-made breakfast bowls, and much more!! Check out our "search results" to see exactly where all the eggs go and help us continue to celebrate the egg all year long!

Research by Montana State University is uncovering how highly pathogenic avian influenza infects chickens by taking a closer look at what is happening inside the chicken’s gut, where infection often starts, by using lab-grown mini organs to track how the virus spreads and affects different cells. To learn more about this project, visit https://www.morningagclips.com/new-1-9-million-grant-lets-montana-state-team-deepen-understanding-of-avian-flu/

On World Hunger Day, it's important to recognize the role that simple, accessible foods can play in addressing global food insecurity. During in the U.S., let's not forget that eggs provide high-quality, affordable nutrition that can support healthier communities worldwide. You can get involved nationally by donating to HATCH at https://hatchforhunger.com/ or help worldwide by donating to the International Egg Foundation. https://www.internationaleggfoundation.com/

This we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice honoring their courage.

This graduation season, we want to extend our Congratulations to all the graduates. We wish you the best wherever your next step may be!

We are thrilled to welcome Emma Lihs to the team as our 2026 Summer Communications Intern! Emma combines a strong background in the poultry industry with great enthusiasm for the summer ahead. Get to know more about Emma's journey and what she'll be working on this summer at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gmYCgvTM

Floor eggs are a major challenge in cage-free systems, and ramps are often added to improve nest use, but this study shows they are not a consistent fix. Ramps shifted where hens laid eggs, with results changing by flock age, meaning management and timing matter as much as the ramp itself. Read more at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579125010995