April 13, 2026

USPOULTRY approves more than $570,000 in new research grants through Comprehensive Research Program

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation have approved more than US$570,000 in funding for seven new research grants at institutions across the United States through the Comprehensive Research Program.

The funding was authorised by the boards of both organisations following recommendations from the Foundation Research Advisory Committee (FRAC), a group of industry experts who evaluate proposals based on their potential to deliver meaningful impact. Representing a wide range of scientific disciplines and industry sectors, the FRAC plays a critical role in ensuring research investments address the most relevant challenges and opportunities facing poultry and egg production.

USPOULTRY's investment in research began in the early 1960s with a focus on poultry disease and has since grown into a dynamic, industry-wide program supporting every stage of production and processing. Over the decades, more than US$39 million – equivalent to US$68 million in today's dollars - has been reinvested into the industry through research grants, benefiting more than 50 universities along with federal and state research facilities.

"Through USPOULTRY and its Foundation, we are investing in the future of the poultry industry by advancing innovation, supporting cutting-edge technologies and, most importantly, strengthening our people. From researchers and leaders to the people working every day across operations, we are committed to enhancing safety, opportunity and long-term success for the workforce that keeps our industry moving forward," said Bill Griffith, USPOULTRY chair.

- USPOULTRY