PT Association Guide 2026

A Supplement to Poultr y Times

2026

Poultry Association Guide

A Guide to Poultry Associations Alabama Poultry & Egg Association........................ 5 American Association of Avian Pathologists......... 5 American Egg Board.................................................. 5 American Farm Bureau Federation......................... 6 American Feed Industry Association...................... 6 American Poultry Historical Society....................... 6 American Soybean Association................................ 6 Animal Agriculture Alliance ...................................... 6 California Poultry Federation................................... 7 Delmarva Chicken Association................................. 8 Duck Council................................................................ 8 Egg Farmers of Ontario............................................. 8 Egg Nutrition Center.................................................. 8 Federation of Animal Science Societies................. 8 Fertilizer Institute ..................................................... 8 Florida Poultry Federation........................................ 8 Food Marketing Institute.......................................... 8 Food Northwest.......................................................... 8 Georgia Poultry Federation.................................... 10 Global Cold Chain Alliance....................................... 10 Grocery Manufacturers Association..................... 10 Hen Council ............................................................... 10 Illinois Poultry Industry Council.............................. 10 Indiana State Egg Board......................................... 10 Indiana State Poultry Association......................... 10 Institute For Infectious Diseases.......................... 10 International Association For Food Protection.... 10 International Poultry Counci................................... 12 Iowa Egg Council....................................................... 12 Iowa Turkey Federation........................................... 12 Kentucky Poultry Federation................................. 12 Louisiana Poultry Federation................................. 12 Louisiana Egg Commission...................................... 12 Maryland Egg Council............................................... 12 Meat Institute........................................................... 12 Michigan Allied Poultry Industries......................... 14 Midwest Poultry Federation................................... 14 Minnesota Turkey Growers Association............... 14

Minnesota Turkey Research & Promotion Council.... 14 Mississippi Poultry Association.............................. 14 National Association of Egg Farmers................... 16 National Chicken Council......................................... 16 National Corn Growers Association...................... 18 National Egg Quality School................................... 18 National Grocers Association................................. 18 National Protein & Food Distributors Association....18 National Poultry Improvement Plan...................... 18 National Renderers Association............................ 18 National Turkey Federation.................................... 19 Nebraska Poultry Industries...................................20 North Carolina Egg Association.............................20 North Carolina Poultry Federation........................20 North Central Poultry Association........................ 21 Ohio Poultry Association......................................... 21 Pacific Egg & Poultry Association......................... 21 Poultry Protein & Fat Council................................. 21 Poultry Science Association................................... 22 Professional Animal Auditor Cert. Organization..... 22 South Carolina Poultry Federation........................24 Southeastern Grain & Feed Association..............24 Southern Poultry Science Society........................24 Tennessee Poultry Association..............................24 Texas Poultry Federation........................................24 The Poultry Federation...........................................26 United Egg Producers..............................................26 USA Poultry & Egg Export Council........................26 U.S. Animal Health Association..............................28 U.S. Grains Council....................................................28 U.S. Poultry & Egg Association..............................28 USPOULTRY Foundation.........................................29 Virginia Egg Council................................................. 30 Virginia Poultry Federation.................................... 30 West Virginia Poultry Association........................ 30 Wisconsin Poultry & Egg Association.................. 30 World Egg Organization.......................................... 30

A Guide to Poultry Associations ALABAMA POULTRY & EGG ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 240 Montgomery, Ala. 36101 Ph: 334-265-2732 E-mail: morgan@ alabamapoultry.org Internet: https://alabamapoultry.org

STAFF:

Johnny Adams, CEO Ray Hilburn, associate director Morgan Flowers, communications and membership director Jennifer Shell, administrative director

OFFICERS:

Charlie Peacock, Peco Foods, president Clint Lauderdale, Poultry Guard, vice president Michael Starling, 4S Farms, treasurer Cliff Rule, secretary Steve Smith, Golden Rod Broilers, immediate past president Members at large: Kevin Parnell and Cory Early

DIRECTORS:

Lou Ayers, Jasper Tyler Dutton, Cullman Shane Guy, Guntersville Josh Griffin, Russellville Nick Hartley, Montgomery Matthew Herman, Gadsden Issac Howard, Snead Harold Hunt, Gadsden Mel Koller, Cullman Frank Loftis, Cullman Eric Lovvron, Heflin Jeremy Martin, Huntsville Michael Martin, Enterprise David Massey, Enterprise Richard McElrath, Albertville David Pruett, Snead Keith Rhodarmer, Collinsville Ron Rogers, Enterprise Jason Shell, Boaz Michael Simmons, Ashland Jason Spann, Hanceville Rod Thomas, Montgomery Josh Turner, Pisigah Larry Upchurch, Lineville J.J. White, Eufaula

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Fax: 281-664-4744 E-mail: aaap@aaap.info Internet: www.aaap.info

ADVISORS:

Vernon Abney, Natural Resources Conservation Service Dr. Bill Dozier, Alabama Cooperative Extension System Dr. Govind Kannan, Department Head, Department of Poultry Science, Auburn University Dr. Jeremiah Davis, director, National Poultry Technology Center, Auburn Dr. Tony Frazier, state veterinarian, Alabama Department of Agriculture

AMERICAN EGG BOARD

10255 W. Higgings Road, Suite 800 Rosemont, Ill. 60018 Ph: 847-296-7043 Internet: www.incredibleegg.org www.eggnutritioncenter.org Facebook.com/ IncredibleEdibleEgg Twitter.com/incredibleeggs YouTube.com/americaneggboard Pinterest.com/IncredibleEggs Instagram.com/IncredibleEgg

MEETINGS:

Evening of Fun, June 2026 Annual Meeting, July 2026

STAFF:

Date association established: 1952 Number of members: 2,300

Emily Metz, president and CEO Marc Dresner, director, integrated communications Nicole Postin, manager, communications Nate Hedtke, vice president, innovation and customer engagement Kate Karnas, director, channel marketing Christoper Bowers, manager, consumer insights John Gallagher, associate director, industry affairs & engagement

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

APEA prides itself in representing the entire industry from the producers to the further processors, including the entire allied industry. APEA works with the industry in providing educational seminars and meetings for producers and company employees.

APEA provides scholarships for students attending several Alabama community colleges and Auburn University. APEA works with the state legislature and Alabama congressional delegation on legislation important to the poultry industry. APEA also works with other state and national agricultural groups to promote and protect the poultry industry and agriculture in general.

APEA helped administer over $4.5 million dollars with $3.4 million directed toward poultry producers and $1.1 million for PPE to poultry process.

OFFICERS:

Andy Seger, chair Ross Dean, vice chair Sandra Lausecker, secretary John Watson, treasurer Sam Krouse, member at large Sara Stiebrs, member at large Alex Simpson, immediate past chair

MEMBERS (Two-year terms):

12627 San Jose Blvd., Suite 202 Jacksonville, Fla. 32223 Ph: 904-425-5735

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Date association established: 1976 Number of members: 400-plus

MISSION:

Increase demand for U.S. eggs and egg products through research, education and promotion.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Jeff Cutler, Fort Recovery, Ohio Mindy Creighton-Truex, Atwood, Ind. Sean Delano, Whitewater, Wis. Ted Greidanus, Neosho, Mo. Jessica Hanslik, Jackson, Miss.

Thomas Hertzfeld, Grand Rapids, Ohio Clint Hickman, Buckeye, Ariz.

Mitch Knapke, New Weston, Ohio Pat Melena, Wakefield, Neb. Tracy Ramsdell, Flandreau, S.D.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AVIAN PATHOLOGISTS

Mark Sauder, Lititz, Pa. Lake Wagner, Abingdon, Va. John Watson, Nashville, N.C. Alex Weaver, Versailles, Ohio Tim Zweering, Holland, Mich.

Newly appointed: Emily Battilega, Sioux Center, Iowa Justin Haats, Howard Lake, Minn.

John Puglisi, Howell, N.J. Libby Schwab, Monroe, N.H. Terms through 2026: John Bedell, Modesto, Calif.

Ross Dean, Des Moines, Iowa Amy Herbruck, Saranac, Mich.

Christina Hudson Kohler, Eldridge, N.Y. Melanie Johnson, Elberta, Utah Natalie Krehler Held, Clarence, N.Y. Sam Krouse, North Manchester, Ind. Sandra Lausecker, Raymond, Ohio Brent Nelson, Manhattan, Kan. Chris Pierce, Annville, Pa. Gijs Schimmel, Lexington, Ga. Andrew Seger, Dubois, Ind. Alex Simpson, Monroe, N.C. Sara Stiebrs, Yelm, Wash.

Jasen Urena, Fullterton, Calif.

Tony Wesner, Seymour, Ind.

Home of the Incredible Egg, the American Egg Board is the U.S. egg industry’s national commodity marketing organization. For more than 40 years, the AEB has delivered significant return on investment in its mission to drive demand for U.S. eggs and egg products on behalf of America’s egg farmers.

The latest independently conducted five-year ROI assessment of AEB’s programs (published in January 2023)

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determined that America’s egg farmers earned a return of $10.11 in industry-wide net revenue for every check-off dollar invested.

AMERICAN FARM BUREAU FEDERATION 600 Maryland Ave., S.W. Suite 1000 W Washington, D.C. 20024 Ph: 202-406-3600 Fax: 202-406-3606 Internet: www.fb.org

STAFF:

Zippy Duvall, president Date association established: 1919

MISSION:

AFBF is the unified national voice of agriculture, working through our grassroots organizations to enhance and strengthen the lives of rural Americans and to build strong, prosperous agricultural communities.

AMERICAN FEED INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION 2101 Wilson Blvd.

Suite 810 Arlington, Va. 22201 Ph: 703-524-0810 Fax: 703-524-1921 E-mail: afia@afia.org Internet: www.afia.org https://ifeeder.org

STAFF:

MEETINGS:

Constance Cullman, president and CEO Raamezah Ahmad, senior manager of graphic and web design Victoria Broehm, vice president of member experience Erica Burson, membership manager Louise Calderwood, director of regulatory affairs Gregory Conner Jr., senior director of market access and multilateral affairs Shakera Daley, office and certifications manager Megan Dicks, director of membership and engagement Mallory Gaines, director of global affairs Gary Huddleston, director of feed manufacturing and regulatory affairs Taylor Lekin, marketing and program development specialist Lara Moody, IFEEDER executive director Jessica Morse, director of meetings and events Cornelia Poku, director of communications Daisy Rodriguez, manager of meetings and events Andy Timmins, chief financial officer and corporate treasurer Ivy Torres, manager of global programs Lynette Tucker, manager of meetings and sponsorships Leah Wilkinson, chief policy officer Madison Wyman, policy communications specialist

International Feed Expo 2026, Atlanta, Ga., Jan. 27-29, 2026.

Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference, Mar. 9-11, 2026.

Feed Industry Institute, June 15-18, 2026.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has achieved numerous milestones in policy, sustainability, regulation and industry advancement. A strong advocate in Washington, D.C., AFIA has championed key legislation to reflect modern animal food production practices and has pushed for streamlined, science-based reviews of new feed and pet food ingredients.

AFIA has also championed favorable trade policies and tariff relief to benefit U.S. exporters.

AFIA supports sustainability through industrywide roadmaps and backed research on animal nutrition and feed efficiency.

AFIA has played a major role in aligning federal and state feed regulations by working with the FDA and AAFCO. Through major events like the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), AFIA offers education, networking and trade and regulatory resources to its members. AFIA continues to support the feed industry workforce through regulatory clarity and educational opportunities.

With a comprehensive approach combining advocacy, innovation and member services, AFIA has helped shape a more efficient, sustainable and competitive animal food industry.

OFFICERS:

Dan Meagher, Novus International, board chair Mark Poeschl, Furst-McNess Co., chair-elect Leigh Ann Sayen, The Peterson Co., immediate past chair

AMERICAN POULTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

198 Melissa Drive Walhalla, S.C. 29691 Attn: Dr. Mickey Hall Ph: 864-885-2197 E-mail: mahall@clemson.edu Internet: www.poultryhistory.org

Date association established: 1909 Number of members: 650

MISSION:

To be the voice of the U.S. animal food industry, influencing policy and connecting people.

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Date association established: 1952

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Every three years, APHS inducts individuals into its Poultry Industry Hall of Fame.

AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION

12125 Woodcrest Executive Drive Suite 100 St. Louis, Mo. 63141 Ph: 800-688-7692 Fax: 314-576-2786 Internet: www.soygrowers.com

ANIMAL AGRICULTURE ALLIANCE 2101 Wilson Blvd.

Suite 810-B Arlington, Va. 22201 Ph: 703-562-5160 E-mail: info@animalagalliance.org Internet: www.animalagalliance.org

STAFF:

Hannah Thompson-Weeman, president and CEO Logan Hall, director, membership and marketing Emily Ellis, director, communications and content Abby Kornegay, director, issues and engagement Grace Simpson, manager, membership and communications

OFFICERS:

Lisa McComb, Vision Media Inc., chairperson Dr. Nick Wolfenden, Cargill, chairperson-elect Tom Super, National Chicken Council, treasurer Derek Yancey, Colorado egg farmer, immediate past chairperson

BOARD:

Claire Geegan, Alltech RJ Layher, American Farm Burea Federation Sarah Novak, American Feed Industry Association Debbie Chute, American National CattleWomen Inc. Amy Hendrickson, American Sheep Industry Association Dr. Sonia Arnold, American Veal POULTRYTIMES.COM

Association Marcy Tessmann, C.O.nxt Lisa Kahlig, Cooper Farms Kayla Rink, Dairy Farmers of America Joe Micucci, Dairy Management Inc. Dustin Johansen, Farm Journal Media Marisa Pooley, Genus PIC Pete Block, Hy-Line North America Aaron Putze, Iowa Soybean Association Dr. David Sjeklocha, Merck Animal Health Sigrid Johannes, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Matt Frostic, National Corn Growers Association Dr. Brett Kaysen, National Pork Board Jeff Pigott, National Pork Producers Council Leslee Oden, National Turkey Federation Dr. Robert Hagevoort, New Mexico State University Eric Mittenthal, The Meat Institute Adam Proctor, Nutrien Emma Davis, Smithfield Foods Josh Winegarner, Texas Cattle Feeders Association Oscar Garrison, United Egg Producers Jesse Patrick, United Soybean Board Hannah Keck, U.S. Poultry and Egg Association Dr. Michelle Barrett, Zoetis Date association established: 1987

MISSION:

We safeguard the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap between the farm and food communities. We connect key food industry stakeholders to arm them with responses to emerging issues. We engage food chain influencers and promote consumer choice by helping them better understand modern animal agriculture. We protect by exposing those who threaten

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our nation’s food security with damaging misinformation.

Monica Della Maggiore, manager, California Poultry Health Board administrator/NPIP Kylee Sturdivant, administrative assistant

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

The Animal Agriculture is on a mission to safeguard the future of animal agriculture and it’s value to society. Our motto is connect, engage, protect.

We connect key food industry stakeholders through development programs such as Animal Ag Allies and College Aggies Online. In 2024, we trained 46 new Animal Ag Allies and more than 278 College Aggies Online participants to be outspoken advocates for agriculture.

We engage food chain influencers and promote consumer choice by helping them better understand modern animal agriculture. In 2024, we held a farm tour in North Carolina for restaurant and retail contacts. We also engaged these contacts via quarterly webinars, reaching 330 people.

We also released a brand new report highlighting U.S. animal agriculture’s contributions to U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.

We protect by exposing those who threaten food security with damaging misinformation. More than 81 new or updated resources were made available to members in 2024, including farm security and crisis resources, animal rights trends and insights to be aware of, and group profiles.

In addition, the Major Animal Activist Groups Web and Radical Vegan Activism reports were updated.

OFFICERS:

David Rubenstein, Pitman Family Farms, chairman Jason Arnold, Petaluma Poultry Processors/Perdue Farms, vice chairman Tom Bower, Foster Farms, secretary/treasurer Dalton Rasmussen, Squab Producers of California, past chairman

BOARD:

Mike Altomare, Agrecom Inc. Ariel Revell, Alltech Inc. Ken Semon, Aviagen Jihad Douglas, Aviagen Turkeys/ Select Genetics Mike Hogan, Boehringer Ingelheim Charles Swain, Cobb-Vantress Inc. Shawn Griffin, Darling Ingredients Inc. Robert Taylor, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency Inc. Cade Reynolds, Elanco Animal Health Don Hill, Foster Farms Jeff Segars, Foster Farms Kris Torbert, Foster Farms Phil Greene, Foster Farms Scott Stillwell, Foster Farms Tom Bower, Foster Farms Howard Chan, Grimaud Farms Paul Weber, International Paper Casey Jones, Jones-Hamilton Co. John Bedell, J.S. West and Companies Justin Southard, Marel Marc Metzer, Metzer Farms Ted Lankford, Morris & Associates Inc. Tim Nilsen, Nilsen Farms Drew Loutey, Petaluma Poultry Jason Arnold, Petaluma Poultry Scott Fitzpatrick, Petaluma Poultry Michael Braun, Phibro Animal Health David Pitman, Pitman Family Farms David Rubenstein, Pitman Family Farms Richie King, Pitman Family

CALIFORNIA POULTRY FEDERATION 4640 Spyres Way Suite 4 Modesto, Calif. 95356 Ph: 209-576-6355 Fax: 209-576-6119 E-mail: bill@cpif.org Internet: www.cpif.org

STAFF:

Bill Mattos, president Art Razo, vice president, member relations and communications

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Farms Tyler Shepard, Shepard Bros. Inc. Dalton Rasmussen, Squab Producers of California James Karibian, United States Cold Storage Ryan Segars, Veterinary Service Inc. Dan Volk, Volk Enterprises Inc. Ryan C. Sturdevant, Wells Fargo Bank Craig Segars, Zee Co. Daniel Pugh, Zoetis Date association established: 1953

MISSION:

Through united work and action, promote the California Poultry Industry and its ability to responsibly produce and market the highest quality poultry food products in a competitive manner.

Primary association activity focus: legislative/government liaison.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

• Supported new state and federal “fresh” poultry standards.

• Abolished state sales taxes on poultry litter, medications in water, farm equipment, and poultry houses.

• Developed Annual Western U.S. chicken cooking contest.

Coordinated with “Buy California” program • Sponsor research on poultry blood and carcass composting • Sponsor research on poultry emissions.

• Develop biosecurity program with assistance from USDA Rural Development Grant.

• Founded and manage statewide poultry task force to monitor health of industry throughout California • Quality Assurance Program offers certification by the California Poultry Federation and the California Department of Food and Agriculture • Animal Welfare committee to enforce and monitor standards in California • Produced and published a

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poultry and egg curriculum kit for high school agriculture educators, distributing more than 500 kits throughout the state in the first month.

• Manage the NPIP program, one of the few states where NPIP is run by the State Association.

• Developed NPIP surveillance program with 100 percent participation by chickens, turkeys, duck and squab; and 90 percent participation by layer industry.

• Promoted a California wide program to “Eat California, Buy California Grown” on Sundays… which could generate more than $15 billion a year for California agriculture if every Californian just ate California Grown products on Sundays. This effort received major media coverage in both Northern and Southern California.

• Foster and continue support of quality programs where industry, California Dept. of Food and Agriculture and the USDA work together on biosecurity, NPIP, outreach and surveillance programs throughout the state.

• Lobbied CDFA and USDA to change California from a wet to a dry tare weights and measures standards. Worked hand in hand with Foster Farms. Company estimated the savings were $25 million per year.

• Foster positive relationships at Board of Supervisors in key poultry counties to help with regulations regarding the environment, food safety, farm expansions and more.

DELMARVA CHICKEN ASSOCIATION

16686 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, Del. 19947 Ph: 302-856-9037 E-mail: dca@dcachicken.com Internet: www.dcachicken.com

STAFF:

Holly Porter, executive director Liz Warren, agricultural conservation specialist Grayson Middleton, government affairs manager James Fisher, communications

manager Christina DiSilvestro, executive administrative assistant

STAFF:

OFFICERS:

BOARD:

Matt Spencer, U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

Mary Lou Brown, Beulah & Maple Breeze Farms, president Rusty Covington, Perdue Foods, vice president Matt Stevenson, Clear View Enterprises, second vice president Andrew McLean, Relief Farm, treasurer Amy Syester, Chemtrade Logistics, immediate past president

Drew Frey, Culver Duck Farms, chairman Doug Corwin, Crescent Duck Farm Debbi Conzelmann, King Cole Ducks Joe Falk, Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry Marcus Henley, Hudson Valley Foie Gras Dr. Jim Jurgielewicz, Joe Jurgielewicz & Sons Marc Metzer, Metzer Farms David Pitman, Pitman Farms Jim Schiltz, Schiltz Foods Scott Tucker, Maple Leaf Farms

Date association established: 1948 Number of members: 1,400

MISSION:

Date association established: 2017 Number of members: 10

Delmarva Chicken Association is the 1,400-member trade association working for the common good of the meat chicken industry in Delaware, the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

Our mission: To be the Delmarva chicken industry’s voice as the premier membership association focusing on advocacy, education and member relations.

Our vision: To be the mostrespected chicken organization in the United States.

MISSION:

The Duck Council is a consortium of North American member companies that produce highquality duck and goose meat, down and feathers, and process by-products for consumption or use worldwide. The Duck Council’s primary purpose is to recognize and address industry-specific issues that are noncompetitive, nonmarketing related, and can support the members of the Duck Council. The Council determines what industry issues are most impactful through the sponsorship of research relating to a wide range of topics, including but not limited to animal welfare, food safety, health management, industry regulation, and sustainability.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Delmarva Chicken Association advocates for Delmarva’s chicken community; hosts the annual National Meeting on Poultry Health, Processing, and Live Production; operates a nationally known vegetative environmental buffers (VEB) program; and educates the public on how chicken is raised and processed.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

DUCK COUNCIL

The Duck Council developed North America Commercial Waterfowl Animal Welfare Guidelines for Ducks and Geese. The guidelines establish recommended practices for food safety, animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and biosecurity.

1530 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-493-9257 E-mail: mspencer@uspoultry.org Internet: www.uspoultry.org/ duck-council/

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EGG FARMERS OF ONTARIO

7195 Millcreek Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 4H1 CANADA Ph: 905-858-9790 Fax: 905-858-1589 E-mail: eggboard@getcracking.ca Internet: www.getcracking.ca

EGG NUTRITION CENTER 10255 W. Higgings Road, Suite 800 Rosemont, Ill. 60018 Ph: 847-296-7043 Fax: 847-296-7007 Internet: www. eggnutritioncenter.org

FEDERATION OF ANIMAL SCIENCE SOCIETIES 1800 S. Oak St. Suite 100 Champaign, Ill. 61820-6974 Ph: 217-356-3182 Internet: www.fass.org

FERTILIZER INSTITUTE 4201 Wilson Boulevard Suite 700 Arlington, Va. 22203 Ph: 202-962-0490 Fax: 202-962-0577 Internet: www.tfi.org

FLORIDA POULTRY FEDERATION

1625 Summit Lake Drive Suite 300 Tallahassee, Fla. 32317 Attn: Nancy Stephens Ph: 850-402-2954 E-mail: nancy@nstephens.com

FOOD MARKETING INSTITUTE

2345 Crystal Drive Suite 800 Arlington, Va. 22202-4813 Ph: 202-452-8444 Fax: 202-429-4519 E-mail: fmi@fmi.org Internet: www.fmi.org

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Portland, Ore. 97220 Ph: 503-327-2200 Internet: www.foodnorthwest.org

GEORGIA POULTRY FEDERATION

P.O. Box 763 Gainesville, Ga. 30503 Ph: 770-532-0473 Internet: www.gapf.org E-mail: Mike Giles, mike@gapf.org

STAFF:

Mike Giles, president Laura Beth Brock, director, operations & events and executive assistant to the president Suzanne Altman, director, workforce development

OFFICERS:

Michael Crump, WayneSanderson Farms, chairman Steve Snyder, Claxton Poultry, senior vice chairman Kevin Grindle, Mar-Jac Poultry, vice chairman Tim Little, Perdue, vice chairman Blake Wikle, S4 Sanitation Services, past chairman

BOARD:

James Bradford, Pilgrim’s Ben Cassidy, Aviagen Scott Cochran, Columbia Farms Adam Durkin, Fieldale Farms Lucas Hill, Pilgrim’s Kelly Horne, Darling Ingredients Patrick Johnston, Koch Foods Jack McMullan, AgGeorgia Farm Credit Chris Rhodes, Tip-Top Poultry Dimitry Saknovsky, Harrison Poultry Steve Schimweg, Tyson Foods Steve Sumner, Cal-Maine Foods

MEETINGS:

City Lights 2025, Oct. 25, 2025, The Arts Council, Smithgall Arts Center, Gainesville, Ga. Date association established: 1951 Membership: 1,000 poultry and allied members, and supporters of annual events.

HEN COUNCIL

MISSION:

The Georgia Poultry Federation is a non-profit trade association which represents the poultry industry in Georgia. The Federation was founded in 1951, and since that time has represented the interests of the entire poultry industry at the state and federal level on legislative and regulatory matters.

Our work includes support for growers who produce chicken and eggs at the farm level and the poultry companies which process and sell the many wholesome poultry products throughout the world.

1530 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-493-9257 E-mail: info@uspoultry.org Internet: www.uspoultry.org/ hen-council/

COUNCIL COMMITTEE:

Terry Bruce, Tip Top Inc., chairman John Comino, Southern Hens Inc., vice chairman Steve Anderson, Lamex Food Group Bill Crider, Crider Foods Josh Fisher, B & B Poultry Co. Inc. Mitch Forstie, Downs Food Group Jesse Heller, Tyson Foods Lon Peterson, Butterfield Foods Brad Respess, Tip Top Inc.

FOCUS:

Legislative/government liaison, education, industry assistance and research.

Number of Members: 9

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Over the years, the Federation’s work has resulted in obtaining favorable tax advantages for poultry processors and growers, reasonable environmental regulations and enhanced academic support for Georgia’s research and teaching institutions.

During the 2023 Georgia General Assembly, the Federation was successful in obtaining higher weight limits for feed and live haul vehicles traveling within the state of Georgia.

MISSION:

The objectives of the Hen Council are to study fowl processing, identify research needs, and recommend speakers and activities to the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association’s board of directors. The council helps establish specifications for fowl products and helps identify marketing opportunities.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Successfully lobbied the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service for an annual purchasing program of hen meat for its cooked diced meat program, as opposed to the prior model of invitation-bid-award period to period.

Worked with AMS to eliminate the addition of sodium to the cooked diced product line; therefore, keeping a high quality, minimally processed product going to school children across the country.

Worked with AMS to open more invitations for bids for cooked diced hen meat, alleviating some supply pressures.

GLOBAL COLD CHAIN ALLIANCE 241 18th Street South Suite 620 Arlington, Va. 22202 Ph: 703-373-4300 E-mail: email@gcca.org Internet: www.gcca.org

GROCERY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

1350 I St., N.W. Suite 300 Washington, D.C. 20005 Ph: 202-639-5900 Fax: 202-639-5932 E-mail: info@gmaonline.org Internet: www.gmaonline.org

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ILLINOIS POULTRY INDUSTRY COUNCIL

1207 W. Gregory Drive 282 Animal Sciences Lab Urbana, Ill. 61801 Ph: 217-244-0195 Fax: 217-333-7861 E-mail: kkoelkeb@uiuc.edu Date association established: 1960 Number of members: 25

INDIANA STATE EGG BOARD

Department of Egg Inspection Purdue University Poultry Science Building 125 S. Russell Street West Lafayette, Ind. 47907 Ph: 765-494-8510 Fax: 765-494-6349 E-mail: straw@purdue.edu Internet: www.ansc.purdue.edu/ISEB/

INDIANA STATE POULTRY ASSOCIATION Purdue University Animal Sciences 915 W. State St. West Lafayette, Ind. 47907 Ph: 765-494-8517 Fax: 765-496-1600 E-mail: ispa@purdue.edu Internet: www.inpoultry.org

INSTITUTE FOR INFECTIOUS ANIMAL DISEASES

Texas A&M University 2501 Earl Rudder Freeway Suite 701 College Station, Texas 77845 Ph: 979-845-2855 Internet: http://iiad.tamu.edu

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR FOOD PROTECTION 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 200W Des Moines, Iowa 50322 – 2864 Ph: 800-369-6337 Fax: 515-276-8655 Internet: www.foodprotection.org

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INTERNATIONAL POULTRY COUNCIL

Date association established: 1973

Brandon Achen, West Liberty Foods Joe Hedden, Tyson Foods Nathan Kier, First Choice Commodities Nick Knute, Kindstrom-Schmoll Josh Liestman, Best Veterinary Solutions Amber Nelson, West Liberty Foods Paul Skartvedt, ARKO Labs Ben Slinger, Circle Hill Farms/ Hill & Thompson Josh Weber, Tyson Foods Ex-officio: Jason Ross, ISU College of Agriculture Yuko Sato, ISU College of Veterinary Medicine Dawn Koltes, ISU Animal Science Grant Menke, IDALS

MISSION:

MEETINGS:

Rue du Luxembourg 47-51 Bte 2, 1050 Brussels, BELGIUM Internet: www. internationalpoultrycouncil.org

IOWA EGG COUNCIL

8515 Douglas Ave., Suite 9 Urbandale, Iowa 50322 Ph: 515-727-4701 Toll-free : 877-IOWAEGG E-mail: info@iowaegg.org Internet: www.iowaegg.org

STAFF:

Breck Hunt, executive director

The Iowa Egg Council creates opportunities to increase the value and consumption of eggs and egg products.

VISION:

Iowa Egg Council is a resultsfocused organization that partners with others to understand and meet the evolving consumer needs of eggs and egg products.

IOWA TURKEY FEDERATION

P.O. Box 825 Ames, Iowa 50010 Ph: 515-232-7492 E-mail: gretta@iowaturkey.org Internet: www.iowaturkey.org

STAFF:

Gretta Irwin, executive director Sheila Larson, vice president of communications and membership Sally Good, bookkeeper Jill Altringer, lobbyist

OFFICERS:

Josh Berg, Berg Farm Enterprises, president Tye Rinner, Rinner Turkey Farms, vice president Brad Moline, Moline Turkey Farm, pas president

fostering, promoting and encouraging the improvement of production and marketing of all types of poultry, poultry products, eggs and egg products in Kentucky. The Kentucky Egg Council coordinates all promotional activities of eggs and egg products. The Federation acts as the industry liaison with the University of Kentucky, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, the Kentucky State Legislature, the American Egg Board, the National Chicken Council, and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association.

BOARD:

LOUISIANA POULTRY FEDERATION

Attn: Lori Shankle P.O. Box 726 Farmerville, La. 71241 Ph: 318-368-4207 Fax: 318-368-4315 E-mail: louisianapoultryfederation@ gmail.com Internet: www.lapoultry.org

Winter Convention, West Des Moines Marriott, Dec. 8-10, 2025.

Date association established: 1948 Number of members: 130 Number of other members (allied, associate & student): 65

Date association established: 1958 Number of members: 134

MISSION:

The Iowa Turkey Federation represents, supports and promotes the turkey industry and its members.

MISSION:

The Louisiana Poultry Federation’s motto “Working for a Greater Poultry Industry in Louisiana” has remained effective throughout the history of the Louisiana Poultry Federation. This motto ties all of the organization’s objectives together, and the objectives of the Louisiana Poultry Federation have remained effective.

KENTUCKY POULTRY FEDERATION

2248 University Station Murray, Ky. 42071 Ph: 270-404-2277 E-mail: jguffey@kypoultry.org Internet: https://kypoultry.org

STAFF:

LOUISIANA EGG COMMISSION

Jamie D. Guffey, executive director

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Suite 4004 Baton Rouge, La. 70806 Ph: 225-925-3772 E-mail: info@laeggs.com Internet: www.laeggs.com

Date association established: 1957 Number of members: 300+

ABOUT:

The Kentucky Poultry Federation was organized in 1957 as a civic and educational non-profit corporation. The federation exists for the purpose of

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50 Harry S. Truman Parkway Annapolis, Md. 21401

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MEAT INSTITUTE

4201 Wilson Boulevard Suite 0604 Arlington, VA 22203 Ph: 202-587-4200 Internet: www.meatinstitute.org

STAFF:

Julie Anna Potts, president and CEO Christl McCarthy, manager, executive office and board administration Rosemary Mucklow, director emeritus consultant Nicole Johnson-Hoffman, chief operating officer Susan Backus, vice president, regulatory and scientific affairs, president-Meat Foundation Norman Robertson, vice president, regulatory Nathan Fretz, vice president, government affairs Sarah Little, vice president, communications Bryan Burns, vice president and general counsel Thao Grimes, vice president, finance William Sessions, director, product marketing and promotion Roya Galindo, senior director, regulatory services Clarissa Moreaux, director, regulatory services Dr. KatieRose McCullough, senior director, science and public health; chief scientist-Meat Foundation Casey Lynn Gallimore, senior director, regulatory policy Jesse Fulton, director, animal health and welfare Chris Chaffee, director, government affairs Casey Kammerle, director, communications Anne Truong, senior accountant Michael Schumpp, senior director, international affairs Matt Allan, manager, regulatory affairs Eric Mittenthal, chief strategy officer POULTRYTIMES.COM

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Kristi Block, director, strategy Sam Wildman, director, strategic projects Anne Halal, chief experience officer Eric Zito, vice president, business development Teena Vinh, director, marketing & sponsor experience Nicole Vetsch, director, event experience Megan McCullough, director, membership engagement Brian Peteritas, marketing manager Megan Lynn Gifford, director, strategic content and programming Alison Swanger, membership specialist Date association established: 1906

ABOUT:

The Meat Institute supports the businesses processing meat and poultry, and their supplier partners, that sustainably nourish families around the world. It is the largest trade association representing processors of beef, pork, lamb, veal and poultry.

MISSION:

Connecting people and resources to strengthen trust in the food we produce.

VISION:

Jes Westbrock, Sunflower Farms Nate Van Beck, Jennie-O Turkey Store Barry Koppen, KindstromSchmoll Inc. Dr. Jill Nezworski, Blue House Veterinary LLC Lori Roering, Jennie-O Turkey Store RJ Orsten, Orsten Turkeys Farms Tim Broderick, Ralco Date association established:1935 Number of members: 614

MEETINGS: hatcheries and pullet growers.

MAPI was formed in 1940 by Michigan poultry producers to collaborate on issues facing the industry. More than 80 years later, we are still farmer-led and working together for the advancement and prosperity of the Michigan’s poultry industry.

In 2022, the MPF Board rebranded its show name to PEAK, which stands for Profitability, Experience, Advancement and Knowledge – our promise to attendees to always provide these four keys to unlocking success for your business.

MIDWEST POULTRY FEDERATION

MINNESOTA TURKEY GROWERS ASSOCIATION

STAFF:

Sustainably nourishing local and global communities with wholesome meat and poultry.

Lara Durben, ldurben@ midwestpoultry.com Teresa Sorenson, tsorenson@ midwestpoultry.com

MICHIGAN ALLIED POULTRY INDUSTRIES

MEETINGS:

P.O. Box 1211 East Lansing, Mich. 48826 Ph: 517-372-5250 E-mail: info@mipoultry.com Internet: www.mipoultry.com

ABOUT:

Michigan Allied Poultry Industries, Inc. (MAPI) is a non-profit statewide trade organization representing Michigan’s egg, chicken and turkey farmers and their young stock network of breeders,

108 Marty Drive Suite 1 Buffalo, Minn. 55313 Ph: 763-682-2171 Fax: 763-682-5546 E-mail: info@minnesotaturkey.com Internet: www.minnesotaturkey.com

P.O. Box 265 Buffalo, Minn. 55313 Ph: 763-284-6763 E-mail: info@midwestpoultry.com Internet: https://midwestpoultry.com

STAFF:

Ashley Kohls, executive director Jodi Ronnie, business director Peter Scharpe, program director Brandon Severns, membership and outreach coordinator

PEAK: April 14-16, 2026, Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, Minn.

The Midwest Poultry Federation (MPF), a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization, was founded in 1971 and held its first convention in Minneapolis in 1972. MPF’s primary purpose is to host an annual convention emphasizing on-farm poultry production.

The convention’s goal is to offer cutting-edge information to attendees through a balanced offering of exhibits and educational workshops.

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PURPOSE:

MTGA advocates for the turkey industry to policy makers, keeps members up to date on industry trends, news, and advancements, and encourages development of the industry workforce. MTGA is a service organization designed to address the changing needs of turkey farmers and the industry.

Unlike the Minnesota Turkey Research and Promotion Council, you are not required to raise turkeys to become an MTGA member. Membership is open to those with a stake in the turkey industry. To join, members contribute an affordable fee annually. In return, members are eligible for news alerts, member education, workforce opportunities, and countless other benefits.

MINNESOTA TURKEY RESEARCH & PROMOTION COUNCIL

Jake Vlaminck, Falhun Farms, president Shane Wilhelm, Richmond Turkey Farms, vice president Nate VanBeck, Jennie-O Turkey Store, secretary/treasurer

108 Marty Drive Buffalo, Minn. 55313 Ph: 763-682-2171 Fax: 763-682-5546 E-mail: info@minnesotaturkey.com Internet: www.minnesotaturkey.com

BOARD:

STAFF:

OFFICERS:

Jake Vlaminck, Falhun Farms Shane Wilhelm, Richmond Turkey Farm Corey Nelson, Life-Science Innovations

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Loren (Butch) Brey Farms, president Tim Miller, TJ Turkey LLC, vice president Peter Gruhl, Life Science Innovations, secretary/treasurer

BOARD:

Loren (Butch) Brey, Brey Farms Tim Miller, TJ Turkey LLC Peter Gruhl, Life Science Innovations Pete Klaphake, R&L Turkeys John Peterson, Peterson Turkey Hatchery Inc. & Ferndale Market Jon Klaphake, Meadowlark Turkey LLC Katherine Schaefbauer, Jennie-O Turkey Store Sharlene Wittenburg, Carlwittco Inc. Michael Barber, M&M Turkeys LLC

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BOARD:

Mississippi exports about 15 to 20 percent of its production to 65 countries around the globe. Mississippi’s poultry industry and its employees pay an estimated $1.07 billion in federal taxes and $19.3 million in state and local taxes.

Dr. Ryn Laster, Cal-Maine Foods, executive committee member at large Date association established: 1937

STAFF:

ABOUT:

Ed Fletcher, Koch Foods, chairman Paul Billingsley, WayneSanderson Farms, vice chairman James Faison, Mar-Jac Poultry, treasurer Mack Walker, Tyson Foods, immediate past chairman Steve McLaurin, Peco Foods, Executive Committee member at large Mark Leggett, MPA, president Kevin Rhodes, Koch Foods, chairman of the Grower Advisory Committee Clay Adkins, International Paper, NCC leader/U.S. Poultry & Egg Association James Faison, Mar-Jac Poultry MS, Executive Committee member at large

Poultry is Mississippi’s largest agricultural industry, and the Mississippi Poultry Association represents all aspects of the industry.

Mississippi has 50 processing plants, hatcheries, feed mills, and egg farms, as well as 1,700 family-run poultry farms around the state. These businesses interact with banks, real estate firms, insurance agencies, farm supply stores, grain farmers, and plant and poultry house equipment manufacturers – many of whom are allied members of the association.

Mississippi produces about 710 million birds per year, ranking it the sixth largest poultry producing state in the nation.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EGG FARMERS 60 Whitehall Drive Collegeville, Pa. 19426 Ph: 610-415-1055 Internet: https:// nationalassociationofeggf armers.org

STAFF:

Ken Klippen, executive director

NATIONAL CHICKEN COUNCIL 1152 15th St. N.W. Suite 430 Washington, D.C. 20005 Ph: 202-296-2622 Fax: 202-293-4005

E-mail: ncc@chickenusa.org Internet: www. nationalchickencouncil.org www.eatchicken.com

STAFF:

Harrison Kircher, president and CEO Dr. Ashley Peterson, senior vice president of scientific regulatory affairs Tom Super, senior vice president of public affairs David Elrod, senior director of government affairs Polina Burko, director of meetings and member services Phouth Gonzalez, assistant to the president, and staff accountant

OFFICERS:

Bill Griffith, Peco Foods, chairman David Jackson, Simmons Foods, vice chairman Kevin McDaniel, WayneSanderson Farms, secretary/ treasurer

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Date association established: 1955 Number of members: 29 Number of other members, allied, student: 121

MISSION:

The National Chicken Council promotes the production and consumption of safe, wholesome, and nutritious chicken products both domestically and internationally. NCC participates in the development of national legislative and regulatory policy, serving as the industry’s voice on Capitol Hill and at federal agencies. The council is dedicated to enhancing consumer understanding of the industry, its practices and products, and the environment in which they are produced.

NATIONAL CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION 122 C St., N.W. Suite 510 Washington, D.C. 20001 Ph: 202-628-7001 Fax: 202-628-1933 E-mail: corninfo@ncga.com Internet: www.ncga.com

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NATIONAL GROCERS ASSOCIATION 1005 N. Glebe Road Suite 250 Arlington, Va. 22201 Ph: 703-516-0700 Fax: 703-812-1821 E-mail: feedback@ nationalgrocers.org Internet: www.nationalgrocers.org

NATIONAL PROTEIN & FOOD DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION

Exchange NPFDA Fall Meeting, date TBD Date association established: 1967 Number of members: 328

2014 Osborne Road Saint Marys, Ga. 31558 Ph: 912-439-3603 E-mail: info@npfda.org Internet: www.npfda.org

MISSION:

To promote the protein and food distributors, processors and allied industries by bringing them together and providing forums to foster long-term business relationships.

STAFF:

Wendy W. Kavanagh, president and CEO Carol Lanham, director of member relations and development

MISSION:

NPFDA provides networking opportunities where members can exchange ideas and discuss challenges and opportunities facing the protein and food industries.

OFFICERS:

Chan Windham, House of Raeford, chair Greg Morgan, Quirch Foods, vice chair Barry Moose, Koch Foods, treasurer Laurie Pate, Foodlinx, immediate past chair

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Our association stands on a strong foundation of shared values and a deep commitment to promote the protein and food distributors, processors, and allied industries by bringing them together and providing forums to foster long-term business relationships. We welcomed new president | CEO Wendy Kavanagh in March 2025.

This year, we had 59 qualified applicants for the 2025 NPFDA Foundation Scholarship program.

BOARD:

Ada Brewster, Bay & Bay Adam Ferguson, HPL Logistics Bruce Mooney, Mountaire Farms Chris Sharp, Kelly’s Foods Christi Proctor, Pilgrim’s Dylan Hughes, Expana Fernando Puentes, DeGroot Logistics Graham Kirkman, Tip Top Poultry Inc. Jamie Wally, WOW Logistics Jesus Flores, Trophe Ingredients Jim Richardson, Perdue Farms Justin Monfredini, PacAgri Foods Kevin Grindle, Mar-Jac Poultry Kyle Richard, The Best Dressed Chicken Lee Neal, Plains Dedicated LLC Mariss Hans, Foodlinx Oliver Hoad, Environ Phil White, Holmes Foods Scott Robbert, E. J. Poultry Inc. Tim Rathert, Red Lion Food Group Vanderbilt Edwards, Americold Vincent Mennella, Mennella’s Poultry Co.

We are thrilled to have awarded $50,000 in scholarships to 10 high-achieving students affiliated with our member companies. We welcomed over 1,200 attendees to the Annual Conference and Showcase in Atlanta in January.

We expect equally strong attendance next year, Jan. 26-29, 2026. Our Spring Exchange was attended by more than 75 of our colleagues in Fort Worth, Texas.

The 2025 Fall Meeting is Sept.

15-17 at the Omni Providence Hotel in Providence, R.I. and we expect 80-85 attendees for networking, education, and roundtable discussions.

NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN 1506 Klondike Road Suite 101 Conyers, Ga. 30094 Ph: 770-922-3496 Fax: 770-922-3498 Internet: www. poultryimprovement.org

NATIONAL RENDERERS ASSOCIATION 500 Montgomery St. Suite 310 Alexandria, Va. 22314 Ph: 703-683-0155 E-mail: info@nara.org Internet: https://nara.org

MEETINGS:

Jan. 26-29, 2026, NPFDA Annual Convention & Showcase, Hyatt Regency, Atlanta, Ga. April 13-15, 2026, NPFDA Spring POULTRY TIMES 2026 ASSOCIATION GUIDE

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

1225 New York Ave., N.W. Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20005 Ph: 202-898-0100 E-mail: info@turkeyfed.org Internet: www.eatturkey.com

STAFF:

Leslee Oden, president and CEO Dr. Lindy Chiaia, vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs Alex Davidson, senior director of public affairs Rebecca Faust, vice president of member services and operations Laycee Gibson, member services and communications manager Taya Machado, marketing manager Addison Murtha, government affairs manager Dale Nellor, senior vice president of government affairs Damon Wells, consultant

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Annual Convention, Feb. 2026 Date association established: 1940

MISSION:

The National Turkey Federation (NTF) is the national advocate for America’s turkey farmers and producers, raising awareness for its members’ products while strengthening their ability to profitably and safely deliver wholesome, high-quality and nutritious food to consumers worldwide. NTF is the sole national trade association exclusively representing the turkey industry; its members account for more than 95 percent of all U.S. turkey production.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • NTF spearheads the industry response to significant animal health challenges such as the ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) that began in 2022, avian metapneumovirus (aMPV), reovirus and more.

• The NTF Foundation launched its Reovirus Project to provide a financial reward for the development and successful marketing of a diagnostic tool and/or vaccine that aids in reducing the impact of reovirus on the industry.

• NTF hosts the industry’s premiere event, the NTF Annual Convention. Members gather in-person for educational seminars covering key issues impacting the industry, engaging guest speakers and networking opportunities. In 2024, more than 560 attendees joined NTF in Austin, Texas.

• NTF has presented the National Thanksgiving Turkey to the President of the United States for 76 years. Since the first presentation in 1947 with President Harry Truman, the annual presentation has become a highly anticipated tradition in Washington, signaling the unofficial beginning of the holiday season and providing the President and the nation an

opportunity to reflect publicly on the meaning of Thanksgiving and the bounty of American agriculture.

• NTF continues to execute the industry’s marketing programs, Turkey Smoke and Serve Turkey.

These innovative programs are aimed at educating and increasing consumption of turkey through barbecue and recipe creation. Turkey Smoke has had a strong presence in the competition barbecue space and festivals for the last 7 years, including the annual American Royal World Series of Barbecue competition and the Q BBQ Festivals. Serve Turkey campaigns are powered through social media and online paid advertising.

Tony Wesner, Rose Acre Farms Frank Siewerdt, North Carolina State University, Prestage Poultry Science Dept.

Joe French, North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Jan Kelly, NCEA financial advisor Date association established: 1960 Number of members: 65

MEETINGS:

Southeast Egg Industry Regional Conference, June 23-25, 2026, Hammock Beach Golf Resort, Palm Coast, Fla.

OBJECTIVE:

To increase egg consumption and educate consumers.

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MISSION:

521 First Street Milford, Neb. 68405 Ph: 531-739-7415 Fax: 402-761-2224 E-mail: alyssa@nepoultry.org Internet: www.nepoultry.org Date association established: 1970

The North Carolina Egg Association is a non-profit statewide organization that represents egg farmers. NCEA is dedicated to helping increase demand for safe, healthy eggs through educating consumers about egg farming — including farmers’ commitment to providing excellent animal care, ensuring food safety, and protecting the environment— and egg safety, nutrition, and preparation.

NORTH CAROLINA EGG ASSOCIATION

1224 Secotan Place Fuquay-Varina, N.C. 27526 Ph: 919-319-1195 E-mail: lprince@ncegg.org; egglady@ncegg.org Internet: www.ncegg.org

NORTH CAROLINA POULTRY FEDERATION

4020 Barrett Drive Suite 102 Raleigh, N.C. 27609 Ph: 919-783-8218 Fax: 919-783-8220 E-mail: rlford@ncpoultry.org Internet: https://ncpoultry.org

STAFF:

Robert L. Ford, executive director Valerie Sherman, executive assistant / membership coordinator Catherine Graham, accountant

EXECUTIVE BOARD:

Cowan Johnson, House of Raeford, president Tim Thomas, Butterball, first vice president Art Lankford, Butterball, second vice president Matthew Wooten, WayneSanderson Farms, secretary/ treasurer Clay Lindley, Perdue Farms, immediate past president Date association established: 1968

MEETINGS:

North Carolina Poultry Federation’s 2025, 58th Annual Meeting, Oct. 1-3, 2025, Grandover Resort & Conference Center, Greensboro, N.C.

STAFF:

Lisa Prince, executive director

OFFICERS:

Ronald (Trey) Braswell III, Braswell Family Farm, president Tommy Furlough, Cal-Maine Foods, vice president Lake Wagner, Dutt & Wagner, secretary/treasurer

BOARD:

Trey Braswell, Braswell Family Farms Tommy Furlough, Cal-Maine Foods Lake Wagner, Dutt & Wagner Frank Latta, Latta’s Family Farm Alex Simpson, Simpson’s Eggs

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The North Carolina Poultry Federation has been the voice of the N.C. poultry industry since 1968. Serving producers and processors of chicken, turkey, and egg products, NCPF provides a united voice for the industry to the state and federal governments, media, and general public.

The mission of the NCPF is to create a successful and favorable business climate for everyone involved in the poultry industry in North Carolina. We have organized our efforts into several key categories: government relations and public policy, public and media relations, and member services.

NORTH CENTRAL POULTRY ASSOCIATION 1255 SW Prairie Trail Parkway Ankeny, Iowa 50023 Ph: 515-727-4701 E-mail:

ncpa@ncentralpoultry.com Internet: www.ncentralpoultry.com

PACIFIC EGG & POULTRY ASSOCIATION

Association formed in 1924, incorporated 1948.

ABOUT:

STAFF:

The Ohio Poultry Association represents more than 1,000 egg, chicken and turkey farmers across the state. Ohio’s egg and poultry farmers are committed to providing safe, high-quality, and affordable food products for families across the state and nation and are integral members of their local communities.

In addition, these farmers are dedicated to providing excellent care to their flocks and being responsible stewards of the land, air and water surrounding their farms.

Food and agriculture, Ohio’s No. 1 industry, employs 1 in 8 Ohioans and adds $124 billion to the state’s economy. Ohio’s egg, chicken and turkey farming companies contribute more than $4.9 billion to that number and provide valuable jobs and economic benefits to the state’s rural communities.

Breck Hunt, executive director

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Dr. Craig Rowles, president Dr. Ian Rubinoff, vice president Justin Haats, secretary Nathan Stanton, treasurer

OHIO POULTRY ASSOCIATION

707 S. Front Street Columbus, Ohio 43206 Ph: 614-882-6111 E-mail: jchakeres@ohiopoultry. org; info@ohiopoultry.org Internet: www.ohiopoultry.org; www.ohioeggs.com

STAFF:

Jim Chakeres, executive vice president Date association was established: Ohio Poultry Improvement

1521 I Street Sacramento, Calif. 95814 Ph: 916-441-0801 Fax: 916-446-1063 E-mail: debbie@agamsi.com Internet: www.pacificegg.org

Date association established: 1924 Number of members: 150

MISSION:

Through a united voice and cooperative actions, enhance the viability of the egg and poultry industries in the Western states and Canada and improve the ability of the industry to produce the highest quality food products.

POULTRY PROTEIN & FAT COUNCIL 1530 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-493-9257

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E-mail: pbredwell@uspoultry.org Internet: www.poultryrenderers.com

STAFF:

Paul Bredwell, U.S. Poultry & Egg Association / Poultry Protein & Fat Council

COMMITTEE:

Mark Glover, Pilgrims, chairman Anthony Seidel, Simmons Foods Brad Allen, Central Bi-Products Michael Fairbairn, Fieldale Farms Greg Drollinger, 3D Corporate Solutions Michael Peters, Darling Ingredients Mike Karman, Sanimax Duane Purvis, Mountaire Farms Bo Watson, Tyson Foods

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Poultry Protein & Fat Seminar, Oct. 15-16, 2025 Date association established: 1988 Number of Members: 9

POULTRY SCIENCE ASSOCIATION

MISSION:

The poultry rendering industry produces poultry by-product meal, feather meal, blood meal and poultry fat. The Poultry Protein & Fat Council provides a “front-row seat” to valuable information about the rendering of these poultry products, such as research, marketing, education and image enhancement. The main objective of the Poultry Protein & Fat Council is to increase the value of products manufactured and to develop new markets.

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4114C Fieldstone Road Champaign, Ill. 61822 Ph: 217-356-5285 Fax: 217-239-6644 E-mail: psa@poultryscience.org Internet: www.poultryscience.org Date association established: 1908 Number of Members: 1,700

MISSION:

The Poultry Science Association (PSA) is an international society dedicated to advancing the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge in the poultry sciences.

The PSA consists of approximately 1,700 educators, scientists, extension specialists, administrators, producers, and student members worldwide who are committed to advancing the poultry industry. Since 1908, the PSA has maintained a level of prestige that ranks it among the

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The Poultry Protein & Fat Council has funded more than $2.2 million in rendering research on numerous topics.

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PSA Objectives: • To stimulate the discovery, application and dissemination of knowledge.

• To create a forum for the exchange of information among various segments of the poultry industry.

• To publish original research, review and timely information in the official PSA publications: Poultry Science® and The Journal of Applied Poultry Research.

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1215 Anthony Ave. Columbia, S.C. 29201 Ph: 803-540-7507 E-mail: admin@scpoultry.org; ExDir@scpoultry.org Internet: https://scpoultry.org

STAFF:

Trey Byars, executive director Marie Queen, manager

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: David Rush, House of Raeford, chairman Zach Prestage, Prestage Farms, vice chairman Randy Brown, Perdue Foods, secretary/treasurer Chad Starnes, Circle S Ranch, past chairman Fred West, technical advisor

BOARD:

Brittney Miller. Manchester Farms Randy Brown, Perdue Foods Daniel Beckham, Cal-Maine Adam Durkin, Fieldale Farms JD Lake, 3D Solutions Keith Martin, Pilgrim’s Pride Keith Berry, ISE America Dr. Michael Neault, Clemson Livestock Poultry Health Zach Prestage, Prestage Farms Tony

Barwick,Palmetto Pigeon Mark Marrow, Aviagen Chris Wheeler, Amick David Rush, House of Raeford Ben Skelley, AgSouth Farm Credit, ACA Commissioner Hugh Weathers, South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Equipment, second vice president Heath Morrow, D&F Equipment, secretary/treasurer Tracy Rafferty, TPA executive director

BOARD:

Andrew Blair, Tyson Foods Shelbyville Darryl Brown, Laurel Hill/ Autumn Farms Chase Cloyd, Perdue Farms Jeri Beth Davis, Tyson Foods John Elmore, Huvepharma Andy Goldman, Aviagen Keith Riley, Tyson Foods Obion County Vance Keaton, Live Oak Bank Adam Lanier, Pilgrim’s Clint Lauderdale, Poultry Guard Dale McLerran, M&M Farms Keith Riley, Tyson Foods Scott Seabrook, Cantrell-Gainco David Tallent, Crosby Spring Farms Chynette Todd, CT Consulting

SOUTHEASTERN GRAIN & FEED ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 58220 Raleigh, N.C. 27658 Ph: 919-870-4455 Fax: 919-882-8533 E-mail: holloman@ sigwebdesign.com Internet: http://segfa.org

SOUTHERN POULTRY SCIENCE SOCIETY

100 Hill Poultry Science Mail Stop 9665 Mississippi State, Miss. 39759 Ph: 662-325-3416 E-mail: execsec@southernpoultry sciencesociety.org

Date association established: 1953 Number of members: 800 Number of other members (allied, associate, student): 300

Internet: www. southernpoultrysciencesociety.org

MISSION:

The Tennessee Poultry Association (TPA) is dedicated to advancing and strengthening the integrated broiler/breeder industry in Tennessee and beyond. Our mission is to foster the growth and sustainability of the poultry sector through a comprehensive approach that encompasses education, policy advocacy, and public relations.

We represent poultry stakeholders - including growers, integrators, genetics companies, and allied poultry companies - in legislative matters, advocating for their best interests. Moreover, TPA actively nurtures the next generation of poultry industry leaders by supporting higher education programs and youth initiatives. Through scholarships and legislative advocacy, we empower students pursuing poultry-related degrees and provide support to poultry growers and their families.

TENNESSEE POULTRY ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 1525 1404 N. Main Street Shelbyville, Tenn. 37162 Ph: 931-703-3923 E-mail: tracy@tnpoultry.org Internet: www.tnpoultry.org

STAFF:

Tracy Rafferty, executive director Jocelynn Magan, marketing specialist

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

David Wilds, Koch Foods, president Scott Black, CobbVantress, first vice president Andrew Todd, MP

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TEXAS POULTRY FEDERATION

595 Round Rock W. Drive Suite 305 Round Rock, Texas 78681 Ph: 512-248-0600 Fax: 512-248-0664 E-mail: tpf@texaspoultry.org Internet: www.texaspoultry.org

STAFF:

J.C. Essler, executive vice president

OFFICERS:

TJ Klein, MPS Egg Farms, president Lance Lacefield, Pilgim’s, first vice president Tanner Myers, Motomco, vice president Dr. Bret Rings, Cobb-Vantress, vice president Scott Winkler, Holmes Foods, vice president Saxon Ditter, MPS Egg Farms, vice president

DIRECTORS:

Gary Hogue, Aviagen Billy Wyatt, Tyson Foods David Carpenter, Cal-Maine Foods Charles Swain, Cobb Vantress Inc. Matt Whiteman, Cal-Maine Foods Dr. Kevin Kessler, Tyson Foods Date association established: 1923

MEETINGS:

Annual Convention, July 2026.

AFFILIATES:

The Texas Poultry Federation is comprised of four affiliate organizations, including the Texas Allied Poultry Association, Texas Broiler Council, Texas Egg Council and the Texas Poultry Improvement Association.

MISSION:

The purpose of the Texas Poultry Federation and affiliates is to serve as the voice of Texas egg and chicken farmers. Texas egg and poultry farmers are committed to providing safe,

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THE POULTRY FEDERATION

(Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma) 321 South Victory St. Little Rock, Ark. 72201 Ph: 501-375-8131 E-mail: info@ thepoultryfederation.com Internet: www. thepoultryfederation.com Missouri office: 225 E. Capital Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 Ph: 573-761-5610 Oklahoma office: P.O. Box 95 Oklahoma City, Okla. 73101 Ph: 405-219-9595

STAFF:

Marvin Childers, president (retiring December 2025) Blake Rollins, executive vice president (new president Jan. 1, 2026) Holly Duval, director of marketing and business development Annie Garner, business operations coordinator Kylie Garritty, office coordinator

OFFICERS:

Keith Smith, Keith Smith Co. Inc., chairman Billy Hufford, Aviagen, vice chairman Eddie Halter, Pilgrim’s, secretary Mark Weathers, Simmons Foods, treasurer

BOARD:

Chance Bryant, Cobb-Vantress Inc. Tim Kimball, Cal-Maine Foods Inc. Toby Tapp, Wayne-Sanderson Farms Bill Montalvo, Butterball LLC

order to improve and expand markets; to increase efficiency in production and marketing; to encourage and support research in production and marketing of poultry; and to encourage and support youth programs in poultry work.

Lindsey Perry, Safe Foods Everardo Fernandez, O.K. Foods Inc. Shane Acosta, Cargill Billy Pharis, Tyson Foods Dr, Bill Hewat, Tyson Foods Sara Throne, Simmons Foods Abigail Reith-Graham, Zoetis Charlie Solomon, George’s

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MEETINGS:

The Poultry Federation | 2024 Year in Review As we reflect on a year marked by momentum and meaningful milestones, The Poultry Federation is proud to share highlights from 2024 that showcase our continued commitment to advancing the poultry and egg industry across Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

• Key achievements In 2024, we successfully hosted six signature events— welcoming over 5,500 attendees collectively—including the 12th Annual Food Safety Conference, Arkansas Nutrition Conference, Poultry Symposium for Live Production & Processing, All Member Meeting, and the 64th Annual Poultry Festival.

Each event offered critical opportunities for education, networking, and celebration of our thriving industry.

• Membership growth We welcomed 73 new allied members during the 2024–2025 membership year—further strengthening our network and expanding our collaborative reach within the industry.

• Investing in the future Through the generous support of our members and sponsors, TPF awarded $147,250 in scholarships to support 30 students — 21 undergraduates and 9 graduate students— across Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for the 2024– 2025 academic year. These investments help develop the next generation of poultry leaders.

• Team highlights In a major leadership transition, we were honored to welcome Blake Rollins as the

14th Annual Food Safety Conference: March 31-April 2, 2026 – Oaklawn Hot Springs, Ark. 66th Annual Poultry Festival: June 12-13, 2026, Rogers Convention Center, Rogers, Ark. 2026 Poultry Symposium for Live Production: Oct. 13-14, 2026, Rogers Convention Center, Rogers, Ark. Date association established: 1954, (consolidated with Missouri and Oklahoma in 1998, to become the Poultry Federation).

Number of members: 1,400

PURPOSE:

The purpose of The Poultry Federation is to: The purpose of The Poultry Federation (TPF) is to promote and protect all poultry interests relating to production, distribution, merchandising and consumption of poultry and poultry products; to disseminate information relating to the various phases of the poultry industry in order to improve and expand markets; to increase efficiency in production and marketing; to encourage and support research in production and marketing of poultry; and to encourage and support youth programs in poultry work.

MISSION:

To maintain government relations for our members and to carry out the purposes of the organization, which are to promote and protect all poultry interests relating to production, distribution, merchandising and consumption of poultry and poultry products; to disseminate information relating to the various phases of the poultry industry in

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As we look ahead, we remain focused on driving innovation, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting education across every corner of the poultry industry.

UNITED EGG PRODUCERS 6455 East Johns Crossing Suite 410 Johns Creek, Ga. 30097 Ph: 770-360-9220 Fax: 770-360-7058 Internet: www.unitedegg.com

STAFF:

Chad Gregory, president/CEO, chaduep@unitedegg.com Oscar Garrison, senior vice president of food safety Dr. Larry J. Sadler, senior vice president, animal welfare Tabitha McCoy, director of finance Paul Montgomery, director of communications Hinda Mitchell, media inquiries or interview requests Kirsten Schutt, event coordinator/office manager Jim Blizzard, financial assistant Date association established: 1968 Number of members: 150

USA POULTRY & EGG EXPORT COUNCIL

1532 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-413-0006 Fax: 770-413-0007 E-mail: usapeec@usapeec.org Internet: www.usapeec.org

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Greg Tyler, president and CEO Lili Aris, manager, director, constituent programs Leah Cochran Mulcahy, vice president, global marketing Jena Gress, manager, global marketing Mary Alice Cain, director, member services

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Shelby Watson, director, The Americas & allied industry programs Ellie Lee, marketing & compliance specialist Garrett Borkhuis, vice president, trade policy Wahid Qudus, manager, trade policy Dr. John Clifford, veterinary trade advisor David Markiewicz, director, communications Dr. Renan Zhuang, chief economist Amy Myers, vice president, finance Lisa Ballouk, accounting & web manager Sophia Arrington, program payables manager Ashlee Hodge, senior accounting specialist

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Martin Piffaretti, FoodLink Group, chairman Jianlin Si, Tyson Foods, first vice chairman Oleg Kovalev, Mountaire Farms, second vice chairman Ryan Downes, Farbest, secretary/ treasurer

U.S. poultry and egg products worldwide.

STAFF:

Nath Morris, president Gwen Venable, executive vice president expo & communication services Paul Bredwell, executive vice president, regulatory programs Barbara Jenkins, vice president of education & student programs and executive director, USPOULTRY Foundation Dr. Denise Heard, vice president, research programs Eric Wiles, vice president, information technology Matt Spencer, vice president, HR & safety programs Hannah Keck, director, communications Connie Yangnouvong, director, finance Valerie Chalker, executive assistant to the president

U.S. ANIMAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION 4221 Mitchell Ave. St. Joseph, Mo. 64507 Ph: 816-671-1144 E-mail: usaha@usaha.org Internet: www.usaha.org U.S. GRAINS COUNCIL 20 F St., N.W. Suite 600 Washington, D.C. 20001 Ph: 202-789-0789 Internet: www.grains.org

U.S. POULTRY & EGG ASSOCIATION

1530 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-493-9257 E-mail: info@uspoultry.org Internet: www.uspoultry.org

OFFICERS:

Jonathan Cade, Hy-Line International, chair Bill Griffith, Peco Foods, vice chair Dr. Alice Johnson, Butterball, treasurer Kevin McDaniel, WayneSanderson Farms, secretary Mikell Fries, Claxton Poultry Farms, immediate past chair

MEETINGS:

Annual meeting, June 2026; Winter meeting, December 2026 Date association established: 1985 Number of members: 210

MISSION:

Advocate for the industry on trade policy issues and promote

Lance Buckert, Koch Foods, Park Ridge, Ill. Dr. Marc de Beer, Aviagen, Huntsville, Ala. J.T. Dean, Versova, Sioux City, Iowa Ted Greidanus, Opal Foods, Neosho, Mo. Greg Hinton, Rose Acre Farms, Seymour, Ind. Mandy Klopp, Pilgrim’s, Arcadia, Wis. Mike Levengood, Perdue Farms, Salisbury, Md. Eric Ludwig. Cooper Farms, Van Wert, Ohio Nathan McKay, Tyson Foods, Springdale, Ark. Sherman Miller, Cal-Maine Foods, Jackson, Miss.

John Prestage, Prestage Farms, Clinton, N.C. William Rehm, Daybreak Foods, Lake Mills, Wis. Brian Roberts, Case Farms, Cumming, Ga. Joel Sappenfield, Simmons Prepared Foods, Siloam Springs, Ark. Tim Stiller, Foster Farms, Livingston, Calif.

Joel Williams, Mar-Jac Poultry, Gainesville, Ga. John Wright, Fieldale Farms, Baldwin, Ga. Dr. Enrique Montiel, Addix Biotech, Weston, Fla. Chris Hawk, Lubing Systems, Cleveland, Tenn.

Jarod Morrison, Farbest Foods, Jasper, Ind. Shelby Watkins, Cobb, Siloam Springs, Ark.

MEETINGS 2026:

International Poultry Expo (part of the IPPE), Jan. 27-29, 2026, Atlanta, Ga. Feed Mill Management Seminar; Workforce Success and Engagement Conference; Poultry Processor Workshop; Financial Management Seminar; Hatchery-Breeder Clinic; National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry; Women’s Leadership Conference; Live Production, Welfare

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Date association established: 1947 Number of members: 447

MISSION:

The all feather association progressively serving its poultry and egg members through research, education, communications and technical services.

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Since 1969, the USPOULTRY Foundation has invested over $37 million—equivalent to $65 million today — in groundbreaking research to advance the poultry and egg

industry.

USPOULTRY hosts the world’s largest annual poultry trade show, the International Poultry Expo, held as part of the International Production & Processing Expo. This premier event showcases cutting-edge technology, equipment, supplies and services across the poultry, feed and meat sectors.

With 11 industry-focused seminars and a variety of hands-on training workshops, USPOULTRY provides comprehensive education on every facet of poultry production and processing.

STAFF:

Nath Morris, president Barbara Jenkins, executive director, USPOULTRY Foundation

OFFICERS:

Mikell Fries, Claxton Poultry, chair Jonathan Cade, Hy-Line International, vice chair Bill Griffith, Peco Foods, treasurer Dr. Alice Johnson, Butterball LLC, secretary Kevin McDaniel, WayneSanderson Farms Tommy Bagwell, Bagwell Enterprises Dr. John Glisson, retired, USPOULTRY and retired University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine Jerry Moye, Hendrix Genetics Phil Clauer, retired, Pennsylvania State University, Department of Animal Science

USPOULTRY FOUNDATION 1530 Cooledge Road Tucker, Ga. 30084 Ph: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-493-9257 E-mail: info@uspoultry.org Internet: www. poultryfoundation.org

Date association established: 1994

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MISSION:

The USPOULTRY Foundation extends the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association mission by helping recruit the next generation of leaders in the industry and providing funding for critical research.

FOCUS:

Poultry recruitment and retention efforts; fund research projects that benefit the poultry and egg industry.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Since 1994, the USPOULTRY Foundation has contributed more than $9 million to participating universities for student recruitment and retention.

Together with USPOULTRY, more than $37 million, or $65 million adjusted for inflation, of competitive research grants have been provided — ensuring that the industry continues to set itself apart by building on a firm foundation of science and technology.

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VIRGINIA EGG COUNCIL 911 Saddleback Court McLean, Va. 22102 Ph: 757-309-6217 Internet: https:// virginiaeggcouncil.org

STAFF:

Kirby Moir, executive director Mary Rapoport, consumer affairs, educational director Date association established: 1984

MISSION:

To promote eggs and egg products within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Develop educational programs for educators, health professionals, foodservice industry, school food nutrition programs and Extension agents. Work for and support egg producers in Virginia by promoting eggs through educational venues and on-site promotions. Develop programs to feature eggs at state fairs and other events. Work cooperatively with other state commodities to

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feature eggs whenever possible.

Work with food editors, radio and television stations to promote eggs in a positive light. Work cooperatively with Virginia Tech Poultry Science Department.

VIRGINIA POULTRY FEDERATION

P.O. Box 2277 Harrisonburg, Va. 22801 Ph: 540-433-2451 E-mail: hobey@vapoultry.com Internet: www.vapoultry.com www.facebook.com/ Virginiapoultry

Date association established: 1925

MISSION:

Founded in 1925, the Virginia Poultry Federation is a non-profit, statewide trade association which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2025. The VPF represents all sectors of the poultry industry, from farmers to processors to businesses that provide goods and services to the poultry industry. The VPF’s mission is to promote a positive business climate for the poultry and egg industry in Virginia through effective government and public relations, youth programs and educational activities.

STAFF:

Hobey Bauhan, president Amy Roscher, communications manager

BOARD:

Doug Baxter, Tyson Foods Jose Cabrera, Pilgrim’s Pride Charles Green, VDACS (Ex-Officio) David Hughes, Rockingham County Turkey Farmer Dan King, Rockingham County Chicken Farmer Grant Martin, Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative David Cardwell, Perdue Farms Dr. Mike Persia, Virginia Tech (Ex-Officio) Janet Poyser, Shenandoah County Turkey Farmer Keith Sheets, Rockingham County Egg Producer

FOCUS:

VPF maintains ongoing working relationships with members of Congress, the General Assembly and government agencies at all levels. We have a strong and unified voice and a record of positive results in the arena of public policy in Virginia.

WEST VIRGINIA POULTRY ASSOCIATION

We hold an annual convention, parade and educational dinners for our members. We work with the schools and the West Virginia University Extension to educate young people. We also support a lobbyist in the state of West Virginia legislature.

WISCONSIN POULTRY & EGG ASSOCIATION

713 Maple Crest Lane Watertown, Wis. 53094 Ph: 608-262-1774 Internet: www.wipoultryegg.org

WORLD EGG ORGANIZATION

1 Brassey Road Old Potts Way Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 7FA Ph: 44-1694-723-044 E-mail: info@ worldeggorganisation.com Internet: www. worldeggorganisation.com

LEADERSHIP:

Juan Felipe Montoya, chair & counselor Roger Pelissero, vice chair & counselor Henrik Pedersen, counselor Sarah Dean, counselor Date associated was established: 1964

VISION:

STAFF:

The World Egg Organisation (WEO), established in 1964 as the International Egg Commission, exists to connect people across the globe to share information and develop relationships across cultures and nationalities, supporting the growth of the egg industry and promoting eggs as a sustainable, inexpensive and nutritious food for all.

OFFICERS:

Ward Malcolm, president Eddie Keplinger, vice president

BOARD:

Made up of growers and integrators.

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