press releases & statements

IPC statement on Covid-19, poultry meat safety and trade

IPC statement on COVID-19, poultry meat safety and trade Poultry meat is an essential part of a nutritious diet for consumers globally and it remains safe to consume in the pandemic era of COVID-19 whether produced domestically or imported from abroad. Food safety is of the highest importance for the global poultry sector as all

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IPC First Semester meeting postponed to April 2021

IPC First Semester meeting postponed to April 2021 Due to the global situation of COVID-19 pandemic, IPC decided to postpone the Second Semester meeting (Bordeaux, France) that will now take place from 27 to 30 April 2021. IPC semester meetings purpose is that of bringing together poultry leaders from around the world to share information

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IPC statement and principles on COVID-19

IPC statement on COVID-19, poultry meat safety and trade While COVID-19 pandemic is still threatening world population, poultry sector keep on its commitment in producing safe and quality food. In doing so, the global poultry industry is working with the highest safety standard for both workers and products. The IPC Statement and principles regarding COVID-19 reflects

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Covid-19: Poultry products are safe

Poultry products are safe As COVID-19 (Coronavirus) impacts people globally, it is important to clarify misinformation related to animal protein.  There is no evidence to suggest that any animal products, including chicken and other poultry, are a risk for spreading or contracting COVID-19.  Consumers can feel confident buying and eating poultry and other food products they enjoy.

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Global poultry leaders sign Sustainable Development Goals commitment with FAO

Global poultry leaders sign Sustainable Development Goals commitment with FAO The International Poultry Council (IPC) affirmed its commitment as a leader in transforming the world through environmental and sustainable practices, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). During a signing ceremony at its bi-annual conference, a Commitment of the

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IPC responds to WHO guidelines on antimicrobials

IPC responds to WHO guidelines on antimicrobials The International Poultry Council (IPC) issued the following statement today expressing its concerns about guidelines issued on Nov. 7 by the World Health Organization (WHO) that call on the global meat and poultry industries to stop the routine use of antibiotics (antimicrobials) for growth promotion and disease prevention. “The

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