SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Denny’s Corp. has updated the company’s animal welfare policy to include its commitment to serving chicken from birds raised without the use of medically important antibiotics.

AsYouSowFebruary 14, 2019Erica Shaffer, antibiotics, Denny's

Costco tightens standards for antibiotics use by meat producers

Costco, in the midst of developing its own poultry processing plant to go with an already substantial company-owned beef supply operation, has set out new standards and monitoring requirements for antibiotic use in animal agriculture, making it one of the largest food retailers to take on the issue.

Has Sanderson Farms changed course by phasing out some antibiotics?

Sanderson Farms has been a tireless defender of antibiotics in poultry production and hasn't been afraid to run counter to prevailing practice in the industry. The company has sponsored advertising campaignscalling antibiotic-free labeling claims "marketing gimmicks designed to mislead consumers and sell products at a higher price."