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The article discusses the importance of portion control due to consumers wanting more manageable and economical protein selections and the expansion of the size of meat and poultry carcasses.

Part II. Reports that processors offering retailers poultry products with value-added benefits will gain an edge over competitors. Comments from Jack Allen, a Michigan State University professor; Need for value-added meat and poultry products; Foods taking advantage of fresh attributes; Details on irradiation. INSET: Cozzini branching out to grow westward..

The article offers the author's insights on the proposed rule of the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) for the livestock and poultry industry. He says that the proposed rule is made for the sale and purchase of livestock and which is considered to change the marketing of the industry. He discusses several effects of the proposed rule to the industry such as the difficulty in the development of value-added products, and the potential increase of meat prices.

The article offers information related to the U.S cottonseed industry. The National Cottonseed Products Association stressed that cottonseed meal is considered to be a high-protein supplement for livestock and poultry. In January 2007, President George W. Bush increased the renewable and alternative fuels on the country's domestic agenda. Other issues include the impact of increased ethanol production on livestock producers and raw material prices.

Presents a preview of the International Poultry Expo in Atlanta, Georgia on January 18 to 20, 1995. Southeastern Poultry and Egg Association as sponsor of the show; Guest speakers; Topics to be discussed.