Fueling the world's largest industry
Poultry is the world's No. 1 protein source and the largest agricultural industry in the state of Alabama. This means our students and alumni are in very high demand, usually with multiple high-paying job offers at graduation. As a student in poultry science, you'll learn alongside some of the world's top poultry researchers and in some of the industry's most high-tech academic facilities.
From scientific research to production to management and more, the poultry industry offers vast career opportunities. See what your future could hold.
Our research scientists help ensure safer foods, healthier animals and sustainable, earth-friendly production and processing methods and technology.
Degree Programs
M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Minor | B.S. | M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Auburn student researches poultry beetle resistance in his post-doctoral research
Senior ag comm major Claire Hamilton takes a look at five hands-on majors in the Auburn University College of Agriculture.
Auburn researchers are developing strategies to reduce gas emissions from poultry houses and improve animal welfare for poultry production.
