Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Halts Production at Texas Plant Following Bird Flu Outbreak
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. has made the decision to halt production at one of its Texas plants after the discovery of bird flu in chickens. The plant, located on the Texas-New Mexico border in the Texas Panhandle, has seen approximately 1.6 million laying hens and 337,000 pullets destroyed as a result of the outbreak.
The company is working closely with government officials and industry groups to prevent future outbreaks and ensure the safety of its products. Although there is no known risk of bird flu associated with eggs currently on the market, Cal-Maine Foods wants to address any concerns and reassure consumers of the safety of their products.
It is important to note that eggs that are properly handled and cooked remain safe to consume. State health officials have reported a case of a person diagnosed with bird flu after coming into contact with infected cows, highlighting the need for caution when dealing with potentially infected animals.
Cal-Maine Foods sells the majority of its eggs in the Southwestern, Southeastern, Midwestern, and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The company is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in its operations, and will continue to monitor the situation closely to prevent any further spread of the disease.
As the investigation into the bird flu outbreak continues, Cal-Maine Foods is taking all necessary precautions to protect its employees, consumers, and the wider community from the potential risks associated with the virus.
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