Ensuring the Future of the Poultry and Egg Industry
Your USPOULTRY Foundation is making a difference!
We are building on our success, having invested more
than $1 million in the industry over the last year.
The leadership of the Foundation is more important than ever as the industry faces ever-evolving challenges from disease and supply chain crisis to declining sources for funding important research.
The Foundation's mission is clear:
- Support the recruitment and training of the brightest students
- Seek and fund scientific research
- Foster student scientists
- Promote careers in the poultry and egg industry
We look forward to continuing our legacy of success and partnering with you and other industry leaders to ensure the future. With your help, we can build the next generation of leaders in the poultry industry, while conducting vital research to ensure our continued production of a safe, sustainable wholesome and affordable poultry and egg products.
Spotlight
$10,000 USPOULTRY Foundation Student Recruiting Grant Awarded to Penn State University
The USPOULTRY Foundation awarded a $10,000 student recruiting grant to Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) in University Park, Pa. The Poultry and Avian Science minor (PAS) was established at Penn State in 2005. The Animal Science major offers two primary tracks, one focused on veterinary medicine and research and the other on industry and business. Both tracks include poultry-related courses, such as avian physiology, poultry production and poultry evaluation.
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Texas A&M University Wins 76th USPOULTRY Foundation Ted Cameron National Poultry Judging Contest
April 10, 2025
Seven universities recently participated in the 76th USPOULTRY Foundation Ted Cameron National Poultry Judging Contest, held at Mississippi State University (MSU). Texas A&M University (TAMU) won the high team overall category, and the University of Arkansas (U of A) too...
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USPOULTRY and Foundation Approve $380,000 in New Research Grants Through the Comprehensive Research Program
April 2, 2025
USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation have approved $380,000 for four new research grants at four institutions through the Comprehensive Research Program. The research funding was approved by the boards of directors of both organizations, following recommendations from the ...
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USPOULTRY and Foundation Approve $305,000 in New Research Through the Board Research Initiative Program
April 1, 2025
USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation have approved approximately $305,000 in funding for three new research grants at three institutions through the Board Research Initiative Program. The USPOULTRY board of directors selected the topics and requests for proposals. The Foun...
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Biosecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Regulations Explored at USPOULTRY’s 2025 Feed Mill Management Seminar
March 31, 2025
Feed industry professionals recently gathered in Nashville, Tenn., for USPOULTRY’s 2025 Feed Mill Management Seminar. The program covered many topics, including regulatory updates, biosecurity, quality management and artificial intelligence (AI).
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USPOULTRY Pursuing Nominations for the Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award
March 19, 2025
USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation are accepting nominations for the Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award through July 1. The purpose of the award, which has been presented since 2013, is to recognize outstanding completed research projects, funded by USPOULTRY or...
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