In an October 31st release, USPOULTRY, the National Chicken Council, the National Turkey Federation and United Egg Producers presented the results of economic studies on the contribution of the major segments of the U.S. poultry industry.

It is calculated that the chicken, turkey and egg industries collectively are an important sector within U.S. agriculture.  Collectively, the poultry industry provides 2.01 million jobs, generates $125.6 billion in wages, $556 billion in economic activity and $33.7 billion in government revenue.

The egg industry provides 112,723 jobs, $6.9 billion in wages, $33.7 billion in economic activities and $1.8 billion in government revenue.

The Economic Impact Study was funded by USPOULTRY and conducted by John Dunham and Associates.  The Study was updated using data from 2022 and applied the most current methodology available.

In commenting on the report, John Starkey, President of USPOULTRY, stated, “We are pleased to continue providing this valuable tool across the industry that shows positive economic impact the poultry industry has in our Nation and communities.”