Dr. Herbert F. “Herb” Kling, 73, passed away on June 2nd at the age of 74. He was raised on a family poultry farm in Lewisburg, PA. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master's Degrees in Poultry Science at Penn State University and was awarded a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Colorado State University. During his early career in the industry he worked for Hoechst-Roussel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as a Nutritional Research Associate rising to the position of Director of Scientific Affairs in 1993. In 2005 he was Manager of Technical Services for Huvepharma, Inc. and in 2009 joined Chr. Hansen, Inc., where he served as a Technical Consultant supporting probiotic use in poultry in a post-antibiotic era.

Dr. Kling focused on the research and application of intestinal health products for poultry.  This included extensive work with anticoccidials, probiotics and antiparasitics extending from evaluation through licensing and extending to post-launch technical support to his colleagues in the industry.

The writer knew, travelled and worked with Herb over a 30-year professional relationship and can attest to the esteem in which he was held by his staff, peers and customers. He was always willing to provide assistance and in his quiet and sincere way provided guidance to younger colleagues who benefitted from his experience and wisdom.

 He is survived by his widow, Deborah, three married children and their families, a sister and 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Herb will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of his acquaintance. We extend our sincere condolences to his family at this sad time.