Introduction Mississippi ranks fifth nationally in number of broilers produced.
Many rural families depend on broilers for a major portion of their income.
The poultry industry offers many career opportunities for young men and women of Mississippi. Poultry meat plays an important role in the diets of the American people and in the diets of people worldwide. It is tasty, nutritious and economical. Broilers fit well in outdoor cookery, a popular leisure time family activity. Many families in Mississippi cook outdoors.