Foster Farms, CA

Description of Elective Experience

The student will expand their knowledge in poultry production systems, in both broiler and turkeys. The student will aid in sample collection for disease monitoring, pre-processing, and general flock health evaluaitons. The student will be familarized with hatchery and plant processing and performance evaluations. 

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

Company Veterinarian, field technician supervisors, biosecurity attire, PPE, posting kits 

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?

Monday-Friday (hours will vary, but typically 7am-4pm)

Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info)

Transportation to the farms and facilities will be provided from a central location. Meals during the day will be covered. 

Supervisor
Dr. Grace Mountainspring
Contact email
Address

14519 COLLIER RD
DELHI, CA 95315
United States

Animal Type
Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
40
Global engagement opportunity
No
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