A collaboration among industry associations representing broilers, eggs, turkeys and ducks has resulted in establishing the Poultry Industry Food Safety Council (PIFSCo) to serve as a central clearinghouse for research and dissemination of data relating to food safety and related issues.
The Chair of PIFSCo, Kevin Atkins noted, “Food safety is the foundation of consumer trust and the key to the long-term successful industry.” He added, “Through PIFSCo we are bringing together the best science expertise and industry collaboration to rise the standard of food safety from farm to fork.” A new website www.pifsco.org will incorporate:-
- Sharing of best practices for food safety
- Membership and participation information
Kim Rice vice-chairman of PIFSCo stated that “By uniting stakeholders across the poultry industry sectors we will help ensure consistent standards, rapid knowledge-sharing and a stronger foundation for continuous improvement.”
PIFSCo is supported by the American Egg Board, National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation, United Egg Producers and USPOULTRY and includes representation by 50 companies and allied industry partners.