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The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) has unveiled a comprehensive schedule for educational seminars and conferences aimed at improving the poultry and egg industry. With events planned throughout the year, including workshops on processing, financial management, and biosecurity, USPOULTRY’s initiatives emphasize the importance of ongoing professional development in this vital sector. Registration information and program agendas are available on the USPOULTRY website, offering valuable resources for industry professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Nashville, Tennessee – The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) has announced an extensive schedule for 2025, comprising various seminars and conferences aimed at enhancing the knowledge and operational efficiency of professionals in the poultry and egg industry. With a mission to progressively serve its poultry and egg members through research, education, communications, and technical services, USPOULTRY emphasizes the importance of continuous education and professional development across various career fields in this vital sector.
USPOULTRY will host 11 annual educational programs, enabling industry professionals to gain continuing education credits and boost their expertise. The first event on the schedule is the Poultry Processor Workshop, which will take place on May 13-14 at the Embassy Suites Downtown in Nashville, Tennessee. This workshop is designed to address the latest trends and technologies impacting poultry processing operations.
Following this, the Financial Management Seminar is slated for June 16-18 at the Ritz-Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida. This seminar will focus on the financial strategies essential for poultry businesses to thrive in today’s competitive market.
Later in the year, the Hatchery Breeder Clinic will occur on July 8-9, also in Nashville at the Embassy Suites Downtown, targeting best practices for hatchery management. The National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry is scheduled for August 18-20 in Destin, Florida, at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. This vital conference will center on safety regulations and best practices within the poultry sector.
A key event, the Women’s Leadership Conference, will be held in Destin, Florida, on August 21-22, bringing together female leaders in the poultry and egg industry to discuss leadership development and networking opportunities.
As the year progresses, the Live Production, Welfare & Biosecurity Seminar is set for September 25-26 in Nashville, while the Environmental Management Seminar will take place September 18-19 in Destin, Florida. These seminars are crucial in addressing the environmental impact of poultry operations and ensuring animal welfare and biosecurity measures are up to date.
The National Breeders Roundtable will occur on October 14-16 in Kansas City, Missouri, focusing on breeders’ operations, while the Poultry Protein & Fat Seminar is scheduled for October 15-16, back in Nashville. The exact dates and locations for Air Cargo Seminars have yet to be determined, and there will be a Poultry Wastewater Operators Training offered upon industry request.
Registration and agendas for all educational programs can be accessed through the USPOULTRY website, providing critical information for those interested in attending.
In addition to USPOULTRY’s offerings, the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is providing free online seminars focused on poultry safety and biosecurity, covering essential topics including salmonella control and avian influenza. Guest speakers will share valuable insights into various aspects of poultry production during these seminars.
Furthermore, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will conduct two free online workshops, including a Backyard Chicken Basics workshop from March 31 to April 4 and an Egg Grader Training workshop from April 22 to 25. These workshops will not only cover management and health of laying hens but will also delve into the standards for grading eggs according to USDA guidelines.
With these comprehensive offerings, USPOULTRY, along with various extension services, continues to support the poultry and egg industry by fostering opportunities for learning and professional development. These initiatives contribute significantly to maintaining the health and sustainability of the poultry sector, ensuring that industry professionals are well-equipped to meet future challenges.
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