Financial Management Seminar
June 24-26, 2013
Orlando, Florida
Rosen Shingle Creek
407.996.3154
Room Rate: $155 Single or Double
Cut-off Date: May 31 - Reserve a room
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The Financial Management Seminar ensures that industry financial managers stay informed of accounting practices and tax laws that affect the industry. The seminar also previews current economic conditions and future trends that impact poultry and egg firms.

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Hatchery-Breeder Clinic
July 9-10, 2013
Birmingham, Alabama
Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel - Reserve a room
205.987.1600
Room Rate: $130 Single or Double
Cut-off Date: June 17
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A very critical factor in any poultry operation is its hatchery-breeder management. USPOULTRY's 2013 Hatchery-Breeder Clinic is one of the most informative seminars in the industry and is an effective way to keep your hatchery and breeder managers up to date on the latest technology, equipment, and management techniques. Hatchery and breeder basics are still as important as ever, since they form the foundation of an efficient operation. But this year's seminar, developed by a panel of hatchery-breeder specialists, not only focuses on the basics, it will also highlight cost-saving innovations for running an efficient and effective hatchery breeder operation. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to learn ways to increase performance, quality, and your bottom line.

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Information Systems Seminar
July 16-17, 2013
Nashville, Tennessee
Doubletree Hotel - Reserve a room
615.244.8200
Room Rate: $136 Single or Double
Cut-off Date: June 23
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The Information Systems Seminar updates attendees on the latest in computers and information technology. The seminar keeps information systems managers informed on the rapid changes in computer hardware, software, and new applications for the poultry industry.

National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry
August 19-21, 2013
Amelia Island, Florida
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

Standard attendee fee: $250

Sponsored by Georgia Tech Research Institute, Georgia Poultry Federation, National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation, USPOULTRY

The conference is designed specifically for poultry facility and corporate safety personnel, as a three-day event with key presentations on important industry topics and updates on government policy. Other highlights include breakout sessions for discussing best practices and current challenges, as well as networking and knowledge exchange opportunities with other safety and health professionals.

Women's Leadership Conference
August 22-23, 2013
Amelia Island, Florida
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

Registration opens June 24, 2013

The Women's Leadership Conference encourages women in the poultry industry to continue their professional development. The conference emphasizes leadership and management traits, along with people skills, as women in the poultry and egg industry pursue their career goals.

Poultry Production & Health Seminar
September 17-18, 2013
Memphis, Tennessee
Marriott Downtown

Registration opens July 22, 2013.

Aimed at live production managers, veterinarians, and service representatives, the Poultry Production and Health Seminar examines the most effective methods to maintain healthy birds. It describes the latest developments in disease prevention and treatment, along with reiterating time-tested management methods.

Poultry Protein & Fat Seminar
October 3-4, 2013
Nashville, Tennessee
Doubletree Hotel
615.244.8200
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Registration opens August 5, 2013.

The Poultry Protein and Fat Seminar concentrates on developing uses and maximum value for poultry by-products. The seminar highlights innovative processing systems, emerging technology, and new ideas for an efficient plant and quality products.

Environmental Management Seminar
March 12-13 2013
New Orleans, Louisiana
Marriott Hotel - 504.581.1000

The Environmental Management Seminar promotes and encourages effective environmental management in poultry and egg production and processing. The seminar examines the best practices, new ideas, and government regulations

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(Presentations will be available for 90 days from end of seminar.) [Posted 3/4/2013]

Feed Mill Management Seminar
March 20-21, 2013
Nashville, Tennessee
Doubletree Hotel

The Feed Mill Management Seminar addresses practical ideas to improve production and efficiency in poultry feed production. Topics cover all milling functions from receiving ingredients to feed manufacturing to delivery.

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(Presentations will be available for 90 days from end of seminar.) [Posted 3/12/2013]

Human Resources Seminar
April 22-24, 2013
Destin, Florida
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

The Human Resources Seminar focuses on the importance of people in a successful poultry operation. The seminar examines the latest ideas in people programs, worker safety and health, employment practices, and the endless array of government labor laws.

This program has been approved for 8.5 (General ) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org.

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(Presentations will be available for 90 days from end of seminar.) [Posted 4/15/2013]

National Breeders Roundtable
May 2-3, 2013
St. Louis, Missouri
Airport Marriott Hotel

The National Breeders Roundtable brings together breeder specialists and geneticists from industry, universities, and government to discuss the latest poultry breeding research and developments, along with genetic trends.

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Poultry Processor Workshop
May 15-16, 2013
Atlanta, Georgia
Embassy Suites Atlanta Centennial

The Poultry Processor Workshop emphasizes the importance of yield and grade in poultry processing, and identifies the most effective methods for maximum results. The workshop also features the latest information on processing technology and government inspection.

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(Presentations will be available for 90 days from end of seminar.) [Posted 5/10/2013]

Poultry Wastewater Operators Training

The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association has developed a Poultry Wastewater Operators Training Program. The course introduces students to the regulatory structure governing poultry plant effluents; provides a primer in math, chemistry, and microbiology; and covers the predominant equipment and systems used to properly treat poultry effluent prior to discharge. The course is primarily geared toward operators and supervisors involved in poultry wastewater treatment for two years or less. The course was led by Paul Bredwell, vice president, environmental programs, U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. All attendees are awarded a certificate of completion.