Lauren Hunter West

Award-Winning Journalist

[1776 Live @250YearsAgoLive]

Continental Congress HAS SIGNED A DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE! 

The UNITED STATES are OFFICIALLY INDEPENDENT from BRITAIN.

LIBERTY BELLS ring out throughout Philadelphia; the streets ERUPT IN ECSTASY.

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

In this new episode of The Coop Scoop, we dive into Poultry Health, Biosecurity & Education: Insights from Dr. Tom Tabler with UT Extension. UT Department of Animal Science. @UTAnimalScience
🔗 Listen here: https://t.co/d8GGYQfYLE

[Lauren Hunter West @thegabelle]

Fall isn't here yet...don't forget your chickens during these hot months!

#poultry #poultrycare #poultryindustry #summer

[Texas Poultry Federation @texaspoultry]

Keeping your chickens happy and healthy is important! Check out our top tips for poultry care during the hot summer months. 🌞🐓 #PoultryCare #TexasPoultry

[Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper @AgCommHarperGA]

Today, I issued a proclamation officially recognizing August 4th-10th as Georgia Farmer’s Market Week!

Across Georgia, farmer’s markets help support local farmers and local economies, bring communities together, and give consumers access to the freshest @GeorgiaGrown goods you can find.

[Lauren Hunter West @thegabelle]

From festival BBQs to broiler stats, Marvin Childers reflects on 19 years leading @ThePoultryFed across AR, MO & OK.

On this #PTCoopScoop episode, Childers shares scholarship wins, policy battles, and a story behind the funding of TPF's current HQ.

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

Join us on the latest episode of The Coop Scoop as we chat with Marvin Childers, President of @ThePoultryFed: https://t.co/Qa0ID4jIlj

#PoultryIndustry #Podcast #Leadership #Agriculture #TheCoopScoop

[Secretary Brooke Rollins @SecRollins]

.@WhiteHouse with the American Farm Bureau Federation, there is no better place to stand for America’s farmers.

Today, I’m announcing USDA’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. @POTUS and I are committed to delivering for those who feed this nation.🇺🇸

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

President Trump officially signs the ‘OBBB” during July 4 ceremony https://t.co/Bp2gyJviHC

#Agriculture #Legislation #FarmersFirst #EconomicGrowth #TrumpAdministration

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

Strong start for global poultry in 2025 — but bird flu, postponed U.S. tariffs, and Middle East conflict are rattling markets. Rabobank warns: trade wars, supply shocks, and slower growth could shake the sector.

https://t.co/NxW4nubCtV

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

🚨 Senate passes the “One Big Beautiful Bill” 50–50, with VP JD Vance breaking the tie. $3.3T in new debt, big tax cuts, healthcare cuts, and major ag reform on the table. Final House vote coming fast. 🇺🇸

https://t.co/G5nefgs4FW

[Lauren Hunter West @thegabelle]

Really enjoyed hosting #PTCoopScoop with J.C. Essler, Executive VP of the @texaspoultry. We dug into key legislation passed this session impacting Texas poultry, plus the critical fight against New World Screwworm. Great insights from a true advocate for ag! #TxAg

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

Round up on the Texas legislative session and the New World Screwworm with J.C. Essler, executive VP of the Texas Poultry Federation https://t.co/QPbmxHBE6m

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

New Op-Ed out now from @_BlakeRollins at @ThePoultryFed ➡️ "Feeding a growing (and shrinking) world"
https://t.co/bWLNCcPd2a
#poultry #poultryfederation #feeding #growing #poultryindustry

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

The Make America Healthy Again Commission has released its first report, sparking reactions from agricultural groups. Dive into the debate on how this report impacts farmers and the food system: https://t.co/hJeKpkiY6d

#Agriculture #FoodSafety #Farmers #MAHAReport #PoultryTimes

[Lauren Hunter West @thegabelle]

@PoultryTimes is embarking on a new adventure…a podcast! Join us for the latest episode at the link below.

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

A brand new episode of The Coop Scoop is out now! 🎉 Join us as we chat with the Animal Agriculture Alliance about the latest in animal welfare and industry insights. Tune in here: https://t.co/zEwveVi7Uw
#Podcast #AnimalAgriculture #NewEpisode #PoultryTimes #CoopScoop

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

Pilgrim's Pride gave $5M to the Trump-Vance 2025 inauguration committee—making it the top donor, per new FEC filings. The broiler giant says it looks forward to working with the new admin on food + ag policy. 🐔💰#PoultryIndustry #AgNews #PilgrimsPride

https://t.co/CW0s4pwFVf

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

📈 Cal-Maine Foods Q3 FY25:
• $1.4B in net sales
• $508.5M net income 💰
• Record 331.4M dozen eggs sold 🥚
• Layer hen flock up 14%
• $60M expansion in progress
• $500M share buyback approved
#EggIndustry #AgNews #CalMaine #HPAI #Poultry

https://t.co/llM37pdVzr

[Lauren Hunter West @thegabelle]

Our team @PoultryTimes is keeping a close watch on Pres. Trump's proposed tariffs and the potential impact on the poultry industry and agriculture as a whole. Check out our latest update below:

#poultry #poultryindustry #tariffs #agriculture #poultrytimes

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

🚜💼 President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs draw both praise and concern from the ag industry. Some say it's a win for U.S. farmers, others fear higher costs and lost markets.🤔🌎#Agriculture #TradeNews #Tariffs

Read more: https://t.co/QTqFgfoQJk

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

🚨 Trump announces reciprocal tariffs on foreign imports—some say it's a win for U.S. agriculture, others fear trade fallout. 🌾📊 #TradeNews #Agriculture #Tariffs

Read more: https://t.co/tYrzAxBoXB

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

Billions of wild birds are migrating north—and so is the risk of avian influenza. 🦆 Learn how H5N1 is spreading, which species are carrying it, and how to protect poultry farms. #AvianFlu #Biosecurity #PoultryHealth

https://t.co/wVfBsvKszt

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

📢 The Power of Meat report reveals that 90% of home-cooked dinners include meat! 🍗Consumers are prioritizing protein, quality, & value, with poultry ranking as a top choice. 🛒#PoultryTimes #MeatIndustry #FoodTrends

Find out more! https://t.co/htqVGdA7GO

[Poultry Times @PoultryTimes]

🇺🇸🐄 The bipartisan Innovative FEED Act could transform animal feed regulations, cutting red tape and boosting U.S. ag innovation. #FarmPolicy #AnimalNutrition #AgInnovation

Read more: https://t.co/XcARfPdO3p