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WHO WE ARE

TPA's Mission Statement: 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.

To request more information or to become a member, e-mail tracy@tnpoultry.org or call (931) 225-1123.

TENNESSEE POULTRY INDUSTRY FACTS

• The poultry industry in TN has an overall economic impact of $6.5 billion, provides for over 27,000 direct and indirect jobs, and accounts for over $438 million paid annually in state and federal taxes.
• TN ranks 14th nationally for broiler production and processing over 6.3 million birds per week at its 5 processing plants located in TN.
• Cash receipts for broilers total over $550 million annually.
• TN is a leading state for primary breeders, having a unique and significant presence represented by the two global leaders in poultry genetics.
• Aviagen, Cobb-Vantress, and Hubbard (a subsidiary of Aviagen) have major primary breeder operations located in TN. These primary breeder companies produce over 98% of the poultry genetics world-wide. TN is home to two pedigree operations (for Aviagen in Crossville and Cobb-Vantress at Dry Creek in Morgan Co.), two GP/GPP hatcheries (for Cobb-Vantress in Lafayette and Aviagen/Hubbard in Pikeville) and additionally has growers for Aviagen's GP/GPP hatchery in Elkmont, AL.
• Cash receipts for primary breeding stock (parent stock and grandparent stock) contributes another $250 million annually.
• With combined annual cash receipts of over $800 million, the commercial broiler and breeder industry in TN would therefore rank ahead of cattle & calves.
• TN has over 1880 commercial broiler and breeder houses located on more than 500 family farms across the state.
• The TN poultry industry is proud to do its part to help feed the world in such a significant and wholesome manner.
• TN poultry producers are additionally proud to do their part in protecting water quality and soil health through best management practices, and by complying with the rules and regulations set forth by TDEC in compliance with EPA's Clean Water Act.