General Information of the Commercial Poultry Industry

Below are materials that apply to the commercial poultry industries of Mississippi. Additional information made available by the Mississippi Cooperative Extension Service can be found through links on the "Poultry Extension" page.

Information not included in these pages can also be requested from Mississippi State University, Poultry Science Department at Box 9665, Mississippi State, MS 39762 or by e-mail at poultry@dept.msstate.edu.

1998 Agricultural Commodities Income
A summary of the 1998 agricultural income statistics for Mississippi's major farm commodity groups.

Poultry and Eggs Ag Focus '95
A summary of the status of the Mississippi poultry industry.

1998 Mississippi Poultry Industry Fact Sheet
A summary of primary facts about the Mississippi poultry industry.

The Mississippi Poultry Industry At The Year 2002
A publication that discusses the importance and contributions of the commercial poultry industry to the economic well-being of Mississippi's economy.

Perceptions of Mississippians Concerning the Poultry Industry
The results of a survey of Mississippians as to their knowledge of the poultry industry and the impact it has on our state.

Broiler Production in Mississippi
A review of the basic economic structure, housing needs, and statistics helpful to individuals interested in the Mississippi broiler industry.

History of the Mississippi Poultry Industry
A condensed history of the development of the Mississippi poultry industry.

Composting Dead Poultry Carcasses
A series of facility plans and publications that discuss the proper disposal of carcasses from commercial poultry operations in Mississippi.

Reducing Energy Costs in Poultry Houses
A listing of energy conservation recommendations for poultry producers.

Managing Animal Waste Nutrients
A publication outlining concerns and methods to manage and dispose of agricultural animal wastes.

General Resources of the MCES

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