EPA Decision Avoids Facility Closures and Unnecessary Economic Impacts, Affirms Poultry Industry’s Wastewater Treatment Efficiency

Washington, D.C. (September 2, 2025) – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last week determined that more restrictive federal wastewater regulations and new cost burdens would be …

NCC Posts New Video Focused on Poultry Line Speeds

NCC recently posted a new video that highlights the facts about poultry line speeds and outlines the measures chicken plants have taken to keep employees …

NCC Releases New Video Featuring Enhanced Safety Measures to Protect Processing Plant Employees

The National Chicken Council on Tuesday released a new video outlining how the chicken industry has enhanced safety measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. …

Multiple US Government and Global Health Agencies: Coronavirus not Transmitted by Food

The National Chicken Council today reaffirmed the safety of chicken and chicken products after China reportedly said chicken wings from Brazil tested positive for coronavirus. …

215 Poultry Facilities Recognized for Exceptional Safety Performance

The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council recently recognized 215 chicken and turkey facilities with safety awards. The companies were honored in recognition of their …

Four Things You Should Know about ‘Poultry Line Speeds’

Employee safety always has been and will always be a priority for the chicken industry. Chicken processors continue to focus their efforts on preventing workplace …