Mark ClementsMark Clements is the editor of Poultry International. To contact Clements, email [email protected].From the AuthorPoultry Around the WorldTalk of higher meat taxes in Germany ruffles feathersThe German poultry producers’ association is strongly opposed to the idea of raising value-added tax on meat to implement welfare reforms.Latest NewsAPEC phage product developed for low- mid-income countriesA cocktail of seven bacteriophages leads to significant reduction in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli in treated birds.AfricaNew training guides for African small-scale poultry farmersHighly visual, free to access materials launched by the World Poultry Federation.OceaniaAustralian farmers call for mandatory broiler code of conductAustralia’s National Farmers’ Federation is calling on the government to impose a mandatory code of conduct on the broiler industry to address grower concerns.ChinaOver-expansion, weak demand stalling China's broiler sectorA slowly recovering economy offers some solace for China’s broiler producers, but the market remains tough.Broilers2024 should end with higher poultry tradeIssues remain in global export markets, but trade in poultry could grow at double the rate achieved in 2023.Poultry Around the WorldHooray for poultry markets returning to normal!Poultry markets around the world are rebounding, but trade is becoming more difficult.SustainabilityUK grocer Sainsbury’s adopts paper packs for breaded chickenThe change will save plastic and help consumers in their recycling efforts.Avian InfluenzaEU, US ordering human avian influenza vaccinesVaccines are for use in poultry farm workers and veterinarians as needed.Latest NewsWritten contracts to become law for UK egg producersThe UK government has announced a series of measures to help UK egg producers.Diseases & HealthMight WOAH have its first director general from the global south?The upcoming elections for the WOAH director general could result in a major shift in focus.EuropeWhat the European Chicken Commitment will mean in practiceWebinar to examine the costs and implications of the ECC for European poultry farmers.Page 1 of 78Next Page