Poultry Segment Investing Over $875 Million to Build 20 Grassroot Facilities

SUGAR LAND--January 26, 2017--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--Strong demand for poultry products continues to fuel plans for growth and is also a key driver for capital expenditures in the poultry industry. Growth, in large part can be attributed to the food service sector, which has delivered strong performance over the past year, and also a growing export market. The U.S. poultry industry exports nearly 20% of poultry production to more than 100 countries. In 2016, exports totaled about $3 billion. Among changing trends that dictate healthier options, taste and convenience, chicken remains a top choice of protein for consumers. Within this article: Details of U.S. Poultry Industry projects in the U.S. Additional companies: Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NASDAQ:PPC)