UCP Episode 036: Talking Chicken with A.P.A. Hall of Fame Member – Tony Albritton

American Poultry Association's logo

American Poultry Association’s logo

What do Andre “the Hawk” Dawson, Phil Collins (with his band Genesis), and Tony Albritton all have in common?  All three gentlemen were inducted into their respective industry’s Hall of Fame in 2010.  Eight-time All-Star Player, Andre “The Hawk” Dawson earned his place in the American Baseball’s Hall of Fame for his excellence in his sport. Phil Collins and his former band Genesis was a natural pick to join the illustrious ranks of the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with three decades worth of hits in the music world.  Tony Albritton became the 53rd member of the American Poultry Association’s Hall of Fame after demonstrating for more many years superior skills in chicken breeding, raising and showing.   Continue reading

UCP Episode 027: The Pacific Northwest Poultry Association, A Double Poultry Show & Sher Jennings

PNPA April Show 2013

Pacific Northwest Poultry Association – April Show 2013

The Pacific Northwest Poultry Association is one of the largest poultry organizations west of the Mississippi River.  Commonly called the PNPA (though the full name is a solid name, its a bit of a mouthful), the group has historical roots that date back to 1989 when the Willamette Hen House Gang and the Northwest Bantam Club combined forces. Since its commencement, the PNPA  has enjoyed membership by some of the best chicken breeders and showmen in the business.  Its core of accomplished and knowledgeable membership makes the PNPA a force majeure in the chicken world.  However, it is the PNPA’s insight and vision about the chicken keeping world, that makes the group particularly remarkable.    Continue reading

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