What’s Good for the Bird: Aligning Welfare and Sustainability

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Katy Tarrant, a faculty member in Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education at California State University, Fresno. With a background in cell and molecular biology and a passion for poultry science, Dr. Tarrant shares insights into her current research and teaching.

 

She explains her three-pillar approach to animal welfare and sustainability—planet, people, and poultry—and how these interconnected values guide her work. From the classroom to the research lab, Dr. Tarrant discusses how she equips students with the knowledge to balance ethical practices with sustainable solutions in the field.

 

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