USPOULTRY and USPOULTRY Foundation Allocate $380,000 for Poultry Research Grants

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation have recently approved $380,000 in research grants to support innovative projects in the poultry industry. The funding, authorized by the boards of both organizations based on recommendations from the Foundation Research Advisory Committee (FRAC), aims to advance key areas of poultry and egg production.

Established in the early 1960s, the Comprehensive Research Program has evolved to encompass a wide range of research initiatives, including disease prevention, production optimization, and processing techniques. To date, over $37 million (adjusted for inflation, $65 million) has been reinvested into the industry through research grants, benefiting more than 50 universities and research facilities.

Jonathan Cade, Chair of USPOULTRY, emphasized the importance of research in driving innovation within the poultry sector. He acknowledged the dedication of the FRAC members who diligently evaluate proposals to determine their potential impact on industry progress.

Research Grants Awarded

1. Digital PCR Method for the Detection and Estimation of Salmonella Load in Poultry Samples
Recipient: Florida State University

2. Dual Biocontrol of Salmonella in Poultry: Targeted Killing Plus Vaccination
Recipient: U.S. Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Research Service

3. Investigating the Contribution of Satellite Cell Heterogeneity to Wooden Breast Myopathy
Recipient: Ohio State University

4. Deboning Salmonella Contamination: Does Cross-Contamination During Debone Contribute to Salmonella Contamination in Ground Turkey?
Recipient: Kansas State University

For more information on the research grants, visit US Poultry & Egg Association.