Poultry
Environmental Chamber (PEC)
The Poultry Environmental
Chamber (PEC) houses the incubation/hatching units and a classroom for
teaching poultry techniques as well as farm-related labs. It is also used
as a training facility for NPIP testing and certification.
The incubation/hatching
facility is used to replenish the farm with young stock as older stock is
removed, either through attrition or research replacement. This unit also
provides an environment for studies lasting three weeks or less and where a
more controlled environment is desired.
The PEC building provides
embryonic eggs for several departments on campus for both research and
laboratory activities. The farm contributes fertilized eggs for two
departments at Furman
University as it has
done for several years.
Aviary
The Wiley-Boone Aviary is
located between the PEC building and the main farm. The aviary has been a
work in progress since 2003. The Wiley-Boone Aviary buildings are being built
by donations which are accepted by Dr. Michelle Hall. She can be reached at
(864)656-4022. If you would like to
donate birds or money to feed these beautiful birds, contact the Morgan Poultry Center
at (864)656-3064. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Currently the Aviary
houses:
(1). Exotic Chickens
(2). Fancy Bantams
(3). Chukars
JUST ARRIVED! Bobwhite quail donated by John & Mary
Agee from Round O Kennels & Quail Farm. The quail are a wonderful
addition and the Wiley-Boone Aviary greatly appreciates your kindness!
Thanks John & Mary!
Public viewing of these beautiful birds is
available Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.