National Turkey Federation

Minnesota Turkeys Pardoned by President Biden

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman Steve Lykken presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey named Liberty to President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. yesterday during the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation at the White House. Liberty and Bell received a formal pardon from the holiday table and will now reside at the University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences in St. Paul, Minnesota. This year's presentation marked the 76th year of this time-honored American tradition dating back to 1947.

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    "We appreciate President Biden for warmly welcoming the National Turkey Federation, and my esteemed colleagues and associates from the Jennie-O Team to the White House earlier today," said Lykken.
  • The 2023 National Thanksgiving Turkeys were raised in Willmar, Minnesota, under the direction of NTF Chairman Steve Lykken.
  • Lykken was joined in presenting the National Thanksgiving Turkey by Jose Rojas, Assistant Vice President of Live Production at Jennie-O Turkey Store.
  • NTF's participation in the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation began in 1947 with President Harry Truman.

Jennie-O® Turkeys Pardoned Today by the President of the United States

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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WILLMAR, Minn., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand — a trusted brand for turkey products around the world — today announced that two of their turkeys, Liberty and Bell, were presented by the National Turkey Federation (NTF) and formally pardoned by President Joseph R. Biden during the 76th National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation on the grounds of the White House.

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  • Steve Lykken, Jennie-O Turkey Store president and NTF chairman, was joined by Jose Rojas, Jennie-O Turkey Store assistant vice president of live production in the presentation of the turkeys to President Biden.
  • "We are thankful to President Biden and the National Turkey Federation for warmly welcoming us, and Liberty and Bell.
  • The 2023 National Thanksgiving Turkeys were raised in Minnesota by a team of experts led by Jose Rojas, assistant vice president of Live Production at Jennie-O Turkey Store.
  • The 2023 National Thanksgiving Turkeys made the journey from Minnesota to Washington, D.C. last week, receiving the five-star treatment befitting turkeys of their stature.

Perdue Recognized as Leader in Poultry Workplace Safety

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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SALISBURY, Md., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council has awarded nine of Perdue's facilities its Award of Distinction, the Council's highest form of recognition for consistently implementing innovative and effective workplace safety health processes and systems. They were among 33 Perdue facilities across 14 states that received workplace safety awards at the 2022 National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry in Destin, Fla.

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  • They were among 33 Perdue facilities across 14 states that received workplace safety awards at the 2022 National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry in Destin, Fla.
    "Workplace safety is an absolute at Perdue, including an unwavering commitment from management and an ongoing safety culture that engages all associates in maintaining a safe workplace environment," said Randy Day, CEO of Perdue Farms.
  • Perdue operations recognized with the Award of Honor, the Council's second highest honor, include Cromwell, Ky., Dillon, S.C., Milford, Del.
  • The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council comprises members from the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, National Chicken Council and National Turkey Federation.
  • Combined, these three organizations represent companies that produce 95 percent of the nation's poultry products and employ more 350,000 workers.

STATEMENT ON HPAI IN JENNIE-O TURKEY STORE SUPPLY CHAIN

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Saturday, March 26, 2022
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WILLMAR, Minn., March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennie-O Turkey Store announced today that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in its supply chain.

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  • WILLMAR, Minn., March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennie-O Turkey Store announced today that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in its supply chain.
  • While farms supplying turkeys to Jennie-O Turkey Store have not had any confirmed cases until now, many regions, producers and companies have been impacted since February.
  • Jennie-O Turkey Store has been preparing for this situation and took extensive precautions to protect the health of the turkeys in its supply chain.
  • USDA and the National Turkey Federation are monitoring and responding to the situation and remind consumers that HPAI does not pose a food safety concern.

IRI Provides New Data on Thanksgiving Turkey Supply, Sales and Pricing

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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IRI, a global leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, today announced new data regarding the supply, sales and pricing for turkeys leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday.

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  • IRI, a global leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, today announced new data regarding the supply, sales and pricing for turkeys leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday.
  • IRI data continues to show that Thanksgiving turkey sales have been early and elevated nationwide, including record sales for whole-bird turkeys in October and through the first week of November.
  • Joel Brandenberger, president of the National Turkey Federation, added, Turkey is the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving meal, and we are confident that there will be plenty of turkeys available this holiday season.
  • 1 Source: IRI Integrated Fresh, includes both random/by-the-pound and fixed weight, both refrigerated and frozen whole-bird turkey sales.

National Thanksgiving Turkey Welcomed to the White House

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman Ron Kardel presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey named "Corn" to President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump today during the annual National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman Ron Kardel presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey named "Corn" to President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump today during the annual National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation.
  • The National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation is a time-honored American tradition, dating back to 1947.
  • The National Thanksgiving Turkey and alternate were raised by NTF Chairman Ron Kardel.
  • The annual presentation of the National Thanksgiving Turkey at the White House is a highly anticipated tradition in the nation's capital, signaling the unofficial beginning of the holiday season and providing the president and the nation an opportunity to reflect publicly on the meaning of Thanksgiving.

President Trump Welcomes NTF & National Thanksgiving Turkey to the White House

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman Kerry Doughty presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey named "Butter" to President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump today during the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- National Turkey Federation (NTF) Chairman Kerry Doughty presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey named "Butter" to President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump today during the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation.
  • The National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation is a time-honored American tradition, which started in 1947.
  • "As Americans prepare to gather to give thanks, it is an honor to be invited to present the National Thanksgiving Turkey to the President and First Lady," said NTF Chairman Kerry Doughty.
  • Doughty resides in Apex, North Carolina, with his wife, Jan. Their children and grandchildren attended the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation today.

Seven Safety Tips for Turkey Fryers

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Friday, November 2, 2018
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ERIE, Pa., Nov. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, and turkey fryers are a big contributor.

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  • ERIE, Pa., Nov. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, and turkey fryers are a big contributor.
  • Erie Insurance provides seven deep fryer tips to keep you and your home safe this holiday season.
  • A 12 to 14-pound turkey is usually the biggest bird a turkey fryer can accommodate.
  • The National Turkey Federation recommends thawing the turkey in the refrigerator approximately 24 hours for every four or five pounds of whole-body turkey.