Nath Morris, the Executive Vice President of USPOULTRY currently responsible for the IPPE, has been named as the next president of the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association by the Board of Directors.  He will succeed John Starkey, who will retire in August but will remain as an advisor through the remainder of 2023.

Morris was raised on a poultry farm in Georgia and has deep roots in the industry.  He earned a B.S. degree in Poultry Science from the University of Georgia.  His commercial experience includes serving as U.S. Sales Manager for Perdue Farms-Heritage Breeders, Territory Manager for Arbor Acres and a QA Manager at Seaboard Farms.

In commenting on his appointment, Morris stated, “I am happy to be part of the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association and I am excited about serving as president of a great organization and look forward to advancing our legacy as the All-Feather organization serving the poultry and egg industries in so many areas.”

Chairman of U. S. Poultry, Jarod Morrison, commented, “Nath’s experience in the industry along with his leadership and management of the IPPE and familiarity with our other programs will be a tremendous asset as U. S. Poultry continues to help shape the future of the poultry and egg industry.”

EGG-NEWS extends congratulations to Nath, and we wish him every success in his new position.