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Candace Owens has new theory for what's causing egg shortage
Owens and Fox News' Tucker Carlson are putting the blame on companies, while one farm organization has a completely different viewpoint.
Should you wash chicken? Peloton instructor Cody Rigsby sparks fiery debate
His comment sparked a flood of confused questions, with some asking whether he expected the poultry to have been washed with soap.
Dad blasted for refusing to serve wife's "dangerous" cooking to their kids
Many users on Reddit sided with the wife, who said feeding her kids "pink" chicken "won't kill them."
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease: deadly virus found in U.S. highly "concerning"
The virus that causes the disease is highly infectious and can spread easily among rabbits and hares.
Miami Seaquarium tried putting dolphins on a diet and it went really badly
A USDA report alleged the aquarium underfed dolphins so they would perform better in shows.
Meghan and Harry Welcome New Rescue Beagle to Montecito Home
The couple have reportedly adopted a rescue beagle named "Mamma Mia", released from a breeding plant for dogs used in animal testing.
Frozen Pizzas Being Recalled Over Fears They Contain Metal
The problem was discovered after FSIS was notified that Home Run Inn Frozen Foods had received consumer complaints about metal in pizzas.
School Meal Bill Aims To Keep Kids Fed After June 30
The proposed bill would partially extend pandemic-era waivers, but will still require families who are financially struggling to apply for meal reimbursements.
Dehydrated Monkeys With 'Sunken Eyes' Found Suffering at UC Berkeley Lab
A UC Berkeley spokesperson told Newsweek in a statement that the issues identified with the monkeys were "immediately addressed and corrected."
Video Captures 'Intense' Highway Chase Between Runaway Cow and Cowboy
"This could have been a lot worse," said the president of a local cattle stockyard.
Inflation Is Forcing Americans To Skimp on Milk, Switch to Half Gallons
Milk is now over $5 per gallon in some U.S. cities, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports yearly prices went up 14.7% for all urban consumers in April.
U.S. Food Costs to Rise Nearly 5 Percent Amid Record Inflation: Report
The USDA said grocery store and supermarket food costs are expected to rise by 3 to 4 percent this year.
Invasive Insects Could Cost U.S. $900M Over 30 Years: Study
A team of researchers estimated that invasive insects in the U.S. could kill an estimated 1.4 million trees in urban areas by 2050.
Escaped Dairy Cows Invade Georgia Neighborhood in Erie, Night Time Footage
The cows were filmed at 3 a.m. grazing on the lawns and plants of a neighborhood in Georgia.
Sen. Chuck Grassley Says Beef Giant's Big Settlement Proof of 'Shenanigans'
Beef prices increased more than 20 percent from 2020 to 2021, and not everyone believes the industry is being honest about why.
Jeff Lowe From 'Tiger King' Permanently Banned From Exhibiting Animals
U.S. authorities have seized a total of 146 animals from Lowe's care since his park gained notoriety through the Netflix docuseries.
Which Pork, Pepperoni Products Have Been Recalled?
The recalled products have been sold at more than 500 stores across the country, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.
Woman Suspects Poultry at Walmart Is Contaminated in Viral Video
"We are in close communication with Tyson, who told us a 'puffed' bag does not indicate spoilage in this case," Walmart said in response.
Conservationists Sue U.S. Agencies Over Resumption of Predator Management
Two conservation groups sued three federal agencies after they once again began to allow the killing of predators they see as a threat to livestock in Nevada.
Here's How to Reheat Turkey Safely After Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving leftovers come with no fuss when it comes to serving them. But there are some factors to bear in mind to safely reheat turkey.
How Long to Cook Turkey on Thanksgiving —Temperature, Duration and Basting
How long it will take to prepare your Thanksgiving turkey will depend on the size of your bird and whether it is cooked with stuffing.
Deer Are Catching COVID in These Four States
Researchers aren't clear how the virus is spreading among the deer.
How Long You Can Keep a Frozen Turkey and How to Defrost It Properly
There are at three basic ways to safely defrost a turkey, but one method can take several days to do, depending on the size of your bird.
It's Legal to Sell Chicken With Salmonella Bacteria, USDA Mulling Changes
"The hope is that we can significantly reduce the risk of these serious cases, and it's certainly worth the effort," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said.
Schools Facing Food Supply Shortages Could Return to Remote Learning
The pandemic has greatly affected school cafeterias across the country.
3 Brothers Died in a Manure Pit. It's Time to Show We Care
We understandably feel helpless about so much in our world, but this much is true: We can prevent people from dying in manure pits, and by doing so, change so much more.
60 Percent of Deer Tested in Michigan Have Been Exposed to SARS-CoV-2
"There is no evidence that animals, including deer, are playing a significant role in the spread of SARS-CoV-2 to people," noted the study.
I'm a Black Farmer. I've Been Waiting for Justice My Whole Life
Supporting the USDA debt relief program is just one step in the right direction, and we've got many more steps ahead.
USDA to Change Parameters for 'Product of USA' Label on Meat Products
Companies can use the label when animals are raised in countries outside of the U.S., as long as they are processed inside the U.S.
Eating Chicken Soon? Avoid These Products Amid Huge Tyson Listeria Recall
One death has been reported in Texas. Symptoms of listeriosis include fever, muscle aches, confusion and loss of balance.