The Shell Egg Academy presented by Purdue University Extension will present two version of the Shell Academy in 2022.

• An in-person academy will be held in Lafayette, IN. April 25-29 with an emphasis on managers requiring information on egg quality and food safety.

• A virtual academy will be held using Zoom, August 15-19 for supervisors and workers on farms and in processing plants.

Dr. Darrin Karcher, Associate Professor and Poultry Extension Specialist stated, “The 2021 Shell Academy virtual edition provided information and interaction for participants seeking to further their knowledge on egg quality and egg safety.”  He added, “We are excited to build upon this success and provide two distinct learning opportunities to fit the needs of the egg industry in 2022.”  Registration and sponsorship opportunities will be announced in January 2022 following completion of the two programs by the planning committee.  Questions concerning the events can be directed to Dr. Darrin Karcher at dkarcher@purdue.edu