Dr. Benjamin Johnson
Veterinary Director NPIP

My responsibility is to direct and administer the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) in Georgia. I want to increase NPIP participation of all poultry classifications in Georgia. My staff and I are dedicated to continuous improvement in the service and efficiency of the NPIP in Georgia. I also provide clinical veterinary service to the clients of the Georgia Poultry Laboratory Network. I worked as Senior Staff Veterinarian at Gold Kist Farms for 11 years before coming to the Georgia Poultry Improvement Association.

Education:
M.A.M. - University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine
D.V.M. - University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine
B.S.A. - University of Georgia, College of Agriculture

Certifications:
ACPV - Diplomate of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians
Certified Poultry Auditor
Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Gold Kist

Areas of interest:
NPIP, clinical avian medicine, animal welfare