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Poultry Production in Arkansas

Commercial Poultry

Commercial Poultry

Explore the state’s thriving poultry industry, from producing billions of pounds of meat to empowering farmers with cutting-edge programs.
Hobby Flocks

Hobby Flocks

Learn how to raise healthy, productive backyard chickens with expert tips and resources from Arkansas poultry specialists.
Youth Programs

Youth Programs

From hands-on projects to statewide competitions, Arkansas Youth Poultry Programs teach valuable skills and foster a love for poultry.
The Fowl Frontier: Poultry Science Podcast

The Fowl Frontier: Poultry Science Podcast

Tune in for actionable advice for your flock!
Events

Events

Discover educational events designed to bring Arkansas’s poultry community together.
Staff

Staff

Connect with our dedicated team of specialists supporting Arkansas’s poultry industry and youth programs.

 

Commercial, backyard poultry keepers urged to review biosecurity in light of potent avian flu strain

Commercial and Backyard Poultry Keepers Urged to Review Biosecurity in Light of Potent Avian Flu

It is extremely important that anyone involved with poultry production should review their premise biosecurity procedures and protocols. This should be done by small backyard hobby flock owners and growers of commercial poultry to protect the health of their birds.

Protect your birds- review biosecurity protocol

Baby chicks in a poultry house
Baby chicks at placement in a broiler house.

Poultry (including broilers, turkeys and chicken eggs) is Arkansas' leading agricultural industry.  Many poultry and egg companies are part of the Arkansas poultry industry.

The last few years have seen an increase in the hobby of keeping small poultry flocks.  Youth poultry programs have also gained in popularity. 

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