Applied Research & Innovation
Advance poultry production through research in nutrition, health, processing, welfare, and food safety.
University of Arkansas
Home to the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science, a globally recognized leader in poultry education, research, and extension, using world-class faculty,& cutting-edge research facilities
WHAT WE OFFER
Extension & Industry Outreach
Access science-based training, producer education, and technical resources for the poultry industry.
Poultry Science Degree Programs
Earn undergraduate and graduate degrees through hands-on learning, research, and industry-focused education.
Poultry Processing Education
Develop expertise in poultry processing, meat quality, food safety, and product evaluation.
International Research Collaboration
Partner with faculty on multidisciplinary research addressing global poultry production challenges.
Student Career Development
Build industry-ready skills through internships, judging teams, research, and professional networking.
Marketplace
Poultry Science Academic Programs
Industry-focused undergraduate and graduate programs combining classroom learning, laboratory research, internships, and experiential education.
B.S.+10M.S. & Ph.D. programs, Research facilities, Hands-on laboratories, Leadership development, Undergraduate research, Industry networking, Career placement, Faculty mentoring, Scholarships, Industry internships
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Extension & Poultry Producer Education
Science-based Extension programs providing technical guidance, producer education, biosecurity training, and best management practices for the poultry industry.
Biosecurity guidance+9Technical consulting, Best management practices, Disease prevention, Extension specialists, Workshops, Industry outreach, Continuing education, Flock management, Poultry health resources
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Applied Poultry Research Collaboration
Partner with University of Arkansas researchers on industry-driven projects in poultry nutrition, health, processing, welfare, sustainability, and production innovation.
Applied poultry research+9Genetics & breeding, Poultry health, USDA collaborations, Technology transfer, Sustainable production systems, Global partnerships, Scientific publications, Food safety research, Poultry health studies
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TRUSTED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
DRIVING INNOVATION IN POULTRY EDUCATION & RESEARCH
100+
EXTENSION & OUTREACH PROGRAMS
1992
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE ESTABLISHED
100%
GRADUATE PLACEMENT RATE
$99K+
ANNUAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
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Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Price: Free
Sanitation & Listeria Prevention Workshop
Aug 18–20, 2026
11:30 am CDT
In person
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Research & Publications
Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others+2Retail Processing & Manufacturing, Poultry
USDA Grant Supports Sustainable Nutrition Research for Poultry Farmers
University of Arkansas researchers receive nearly $1 million in USDA funding to develop sustainable protein sources for organic poultry production.
26 June 2026 · 1 min read
University of Arkansas
Research & Publications
Poultry+2Retail Processing & Manufacturing, Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Tyson Foods Funds U of A 3+1 Poultry Scholarship Program
Tyson Foods strengthens the future poultry workforce with a $100,000 investment supporting transfer students in the University of Arkansas 3+1 Poultry Science Program.
26 June 2026 · 1 min read
University of Arkansas
Reports
Annual Report
Poultry+2Food Logistics & Warehousing, Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Department of Poultry Science Annual Report 2016–2017 (Including Spring 2018)
An overview of the department's research achievements, education programs, Extension impact, faculty excellence, and industry partnerships during 2016–2017.
3 August 2026
University of Arkansas
Best Practices
Poultry+1Food Logistics & Warehousing
Avian Influenza – What Is It?
Understand avian influenza, disease transmission, clinical signs, and essential biosecurity practices for protecting commercial and backyard poultry flocks.
3 August 2026
University of Arkansas
Research
Poultry
Avian Advice Newsletter
Avian Advice is the department's long-running Extension publication that delivers research-based guidance to poultry growers, educators, veterinarians, and industry professionals. Issues cover flock management, nutrition, disease prevention, biosecurity, processing, and emerging industry challenges, translating university research into practical recommendations.
3 August 2026
University of Arkansas
About Us
We are part of the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science, is recognized worldwide for excellence in poultry education, research, and Extension. Located in the heart of the U.S. poultry industry, the department offers undergraduate and graduate programs.
Industries served
Poultry
Retail Processing & Manufacturing
Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Food Logistics & Warehousing
Capabilities
Poultry Research & Innovation
Undergraduate & Graduate Education
Cooperative Extension
Poultry Nutrition Research
Poultry Health & Immunology
Food Safety & Product Quality
Industry Partnerships
Workforce Development
Trust & compliance
Center of Excellence for Poultry Science
Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station
Cooperative Extension Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS)
Poultry Science Association (PSA)
USPOULTRY Foundation
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF POULTRY
Collaborate With One of America's Leading Poultry Science Programs