The Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems rule goes into effect July 1, 2026.

Musculoskeletal disorders remain a significant concern for poultry and meat processing workers, according to the agency.

Incidences of workplace injuries and illnesses dropped to the lowest point since 1994.

Harrison Kircher joined the trade association in 2011.

The data was released by USPOULTRY, National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation and United Egg Producers.

Bill Griffith of Peco Foods was named chairman of the association.

The groups called the framework a “breakthrough in food safety policy.”

Undersecretary for Food Safety Emilio Esteban details what poultry establishments must do to comply with the new guidelines if the final rule passes.

The trade association said there were not enough answers in recent webinars.

Several meat associations submitted comments by the deadline.