Authorities expect production to recover from August as replacement flocks begin laying.
The latest report follows Brazil’s record first half export performance, which helped reinforce the region’s position in international poultry trade.
The company is installing emergency water storage while working with South West Water to avoid further disruption.
The partnership will see Cranswick become the company’s long term manufacturing partner while The Jolly Hog continues operating independently.
Pernod Ricard has withdrawn its legal challenge against India’s US$314 million tax demand and will instead pursue a statutory appeal in the ongoing Scotch whisky import dispute.