Alyssa ConwayAlyssa Conway is a senior editor at WATT Global Media. www.wattglobalmedia.com/contact-usFrom the Author - Page 7Broilers & Turkeys7 most popular agribusiness companies of 2015WATTAgNet.com had more than 20,000 unique searches in 2015 for different countries, industry issues and agribusiness companies, among other terms. Seven pig, poultry and animal feed companies from around the world were among the top 100 most-searched-for terms on WATTAgNet.com over the course of the year. See which companies made the list, and read about some of their industry happenings in 2015.Processing & SlaughterEconomic effects of antibiotic use in poultry, pig productionA policy restricting the use of production-purpose antibiotics in livestock in the U.S. may not have as drastic of an impact on producers as typically thought, depending on how the market and consumers respond.Avian InfluenzaWorld egg output grows despite disease impactAvian influenza in many major egg-producing countries over the past year lowered short-term output, but egg production is still on track to hit the 100-million-metric-ton mark in the next two decades.Broilers & Turkeys10-year poultry market outlook positivePoultry meat production worldwide grew slowly over the past year to reach 111 million metric tons in 2015 even as countries faced production challenges and trade restrictions.Avian InfluenzaGlobal poultry market grows despite avian influenzaPoultry meat production worldwide grew slowly over the past year to reach 111 million metric tons in 2015 even as countries faced production challenges and trade restrictions.Broilers & TurkeysPoultry production outlook positive but with slowing growthGlobal meat production has risen by almost 20 percent over the last 10 years, a large part of which can be attributed to poultry. Poultry production will account for more than half of the world’s additional total meat output over the next decade.Broilers & TurkeysGlobal egg consumption to rise worldwide through 2024Around the world, consumption of eggs in 2014 remains higher than a decade ago. This increase is particularly notable in developing countries where changing diets have people consuming a greater number of calories from protein sources like poultry meat and eggs.Avian InfluenzaPoultry meat trade influenced by disease, trade agreementsDiversifying diets around the world will help to keep poultry import demand strong, but the effects of trade agreements, economic sanctions and avian influenza remain to be seen.Broilers & TurkeysMcDonald’s all-day breakfast a win for egg suppliers, companyMcDonald’s new all-day breakfast as part of the fast-food chain’s “Real Food Revolution” has been successful for the restaurant and its egg industry partners alike, according to Lance Richards, vice president, McDonald’s Menu Innovation Team.Processing & Slaughter3 ways the poultry industry can gain consumer trustInstead of being defensive and providing scientific facts to “prove” something to consumers, poultry companies should use consumer skepticism as a reason to engage with consumers on a deeper level to tell their story, advised Charles Arnot, CEO of the Center for Food Integrity, speaking at the National Meeting on Poultry Health, Processing and Live Production on October 14.Avian Influenza5 tips to prepare your processing operation for avian fluTom Smith, vice president of quality management at Jennie-O Turkey Store, offers five tips for other poultry processors to follow, based on Jennie-O’s experience, in order to be prepared in advance of an outbreak at their own facilities.Processing & SlaughterInfographic: 6 myths about poultry productionView this infographic busting six misconceptions about antibiotics in poultry production, litter as a waste product, chicken growth and more.Previous PagePage 7 of 9Next Page