USDA: August Poultry Output Rises on Higher Processing Volumes

USDA certified 4.646 billion pounds of poultry as wholesome in August, up 4% year-over-year. Chicken made up 4.197 billion pounds (+3%), while turkey totaled 438.458 million pounds, an 8% increase from last year.

Why it matters: Rising broiler and turkey output signals continued strong meat protein supply, a factor egg producers watch when assessing overall protein competition and feed demand.

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