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Poultry Judging

Beyond raising chickens, there is so much to the world of poultry. Learn how to evaluate laying hens, past production birds, ready to cook birds, exterior quality, and interior egg quality and to identify parts of the processed bird.

The Animal Sciences Department at UF has a great poultry judging website with resources to help you learn to evaluate poultry and poultry products like eggs and parts.

Explore Career Opportunities in Poultry Science

Poultry is a big industry in the south. Auburn University and the University of Georgia describe exciting college and career opportunities.

This article from Ag Careers lists many options for youth interested in poultry science.

Pacific Egg and Poultry Association describes the job outlook for poultry science and career fields.

Here's a comprehensive list of opportunities from the Poultry Science Association.