As the egg industry creates its fall 2025 calendar, there is one less trip to make, thanks to the joint venture of the Ohio Poultry Association and the Egg Industry Center. From September 10-12, egg farmers and allied industry will be able to participate in the Egg Industry Issues Forum educational session and the Ohio Poultry Association's golf, banquet, and board meetings.
"We are excited to welcome the Egg Industry Center's Egg Forum to Ohio," said Jim Chakeres, Executive Director of the Ohio Poultry Association. "This event brings invaluable education and the latest insights from the egg industry to producers from across the country. Our member producers will have a unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain timely, relevant knowledge to support their continued success."
Traditionally a stand-alone annual event, the Egg Industry Issues Forum started in 2009 and has educated egg farmers and industry stakeholders from over 31 states and 10 countries on issues important to the industry.
"We are delighted to partner with Ohio Poultry Association for our annual Egg Forum," said Dr. Brett Ramirez, Interim Director of the Egg Industry Center and Associate Professor at Iowa State University. "This collaborative event with Ohio Poultry promises to deliver a rich blend of education, networking opportunities, and engaging activities, all aimed at bolstering the egg industry."
The schedule of events will include the kickoff of the Egg Industry Issues Forum on Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. Participants will adjourn from education and enjoy a reception that includes a bag tournament. Breakfast will be served on Sept. 11 and Egg Forum education will continue into the mid-morning adjourning in time for Ohio Poultry's Top Golf activity. Ohio Poultry will continue the day with an evening banquet on September 11th and meetings on September 12th.
"Through this strategic partnership, we are confident that attendees will gain valuable insights and forge meaningful connections that will drive the industry forward," said Ramirez.
Ohio Poultry Association will manage both events' registration portal and hotel block as the time nears. Sponsorship opportunities for both events will be forthcoming. For questions about Egg Forum, contact eic@iastate.edu. For questions about the Ohio Poultry Annual Banquet and Industry Celebration, contact mshirley@ohiopoultry.org.
