The poultry unit was completed in 1995 and stands at the North Western End of campus. It is the newest facility of the animal units, and thus one the most state of the art. The poultry unit has a partnership with Foster Farms and is therefore supported mostly by private research grants and corporate funds. Here, students are able to get first hand experience in poultry production as well as in the greater poultry industry.

The eggs produced by the laying hens are sold all over the county as well as parts of Santa Barbara County. Along with raising laying hens, in conjunction with Foster Farms, Cal Poly students raise broilers to be sold for nationwide consumption. There are several student enterprises that include all aspects of the poultry production industry.

The poultry unit was built on Class 1 agricultural land, which has caused some controversy. This land contains the most valuable soil for farming purposes and its development worries those who see it as a diminishing commodity.

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