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Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, D. Barnett, Y. Liang, V. Ayres, J. Wells, J. Moon, and P. Maharjan. 2023. Keeping poultry safe with biosecurity principles and site-specific plans. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 207. May.
Tabler T., P. Maharjan, V. Ayres, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2023. Practice backyard poultry biosecurity. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 202. March.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, V. Ayres, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2022. Avian influenza continues to threaten Tennessee poultry flocks. University of Tennessee (UT) Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 191. December.
Tabler, T., Y. Zhao, S. Hawkins, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Avian influenza 2022: Frequently asked questions. University of Tennessee (UT) Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 155. January.
Tabler, T., Y. Zhao, S. Hawkins, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Biosecurity checklist for combatting avian influenza. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 156. February.
Tabler, T., Y. Zhao, S. Hawkins, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Biosecurity measures to fight avian influenza threats. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 157. February.
Tabler, T., Y. Zhao, S. Hawkins, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Avian influenza: What we learned from 2015. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 158. February.

Tabler, T., J. Urrutia, Y. Liang, P. Maharjan, S. Hawkins, J. Moon. 2022. Raising your own backyard chickens in Tennessee. Publ. No. D 168. UT Extension, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee. May.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, J. Rhodes, S. L. Weimer, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Poultry beginnings: Raise your own backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3624. MSU Extension Service. May.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Backyard chickens and COVID-19. Publ. No. 3447. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, and J. Wells. 2017. Choosing the right breed for your backyard flock. Publ. No. 3036. February. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, and J. Wells. 2017. Choosing the right breed for your backyard flock. Publ. No. 3036. February. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, M. Farnell, and J. Wells. 2014. Managing manure from the backyard flock. 2014. Info. Sheet 1973. February. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2014. Composting manure from small poultry flocks. Info. Sheet 1975. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2014. Feather pecking and cannibalism in the backyard flock. Publ. No. 2848. July. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, F. D. Clark, Y. Liang, J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2014. Protect backyard birds from predators. Publ. No. 2853. September. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Moyle, J., F. D. Clark, S. Barber, and T. Tabler. 2013. Poultry breeds for the small farm. Fact Sheet FAS8012. September. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. Wells, W. Zhai, and H. Yakout. 2013. Managing the backyard flock. Publ. No. 2768. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service

Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2023. Infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT) in poultry: What to know if your flock is affected. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 228. November.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, P. Maharjan, J. Urrutia, and J. Wells. 2023. Necrotic enteritis in broiler chickens. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 222. September.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. Wells, T. Thornton, and P. Maharjan. 2023. Poultry gut health critical to NAE production. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 225. September.
Tabler, T., V. Ayres, P. Maharjan, Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2023. Gangrenous dermatitis a threat to broiler chickens. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 199. February.
Tabler, T., M. Prado, P. Maharjan, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2022. Coccidiosis in backyard poultry flocks. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 194. November.
Tabler, T., M. Prado, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Fowl pox in backyard poultry flocks. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 193. November.
Tabler, T., M. Prado, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Backyard chickens and Mycoplasma Gallisepticum. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 192. November.
Tabler, T., M. Prado, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Marek’s disease in backyard poultry flocks. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 185. November.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, M. Prado, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Internal parasites of poultry. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 184. October.
Tabler, T., L. Strickland, S. Beaty, A. McCourt, and L. Balthrop. 2022. Backyard chickens and Salmonella. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 181. October.
Tabler, T., M. Prado, P. Maharjan, J. Wells, and J. Urrutia. 2022. Newcastle disease in backyard flocks. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 180. October.
Tabler, T., N. Armour, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Infectious bronchitis in commercial chickens. Publ. No. 3449. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2019. Fowl cholera and infectious coryza in backyard flocks. Publ. No. 3341. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2018. Infectious bursal disease (Gumboro) in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3211. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2018. Infectious bronchitis in backyard flocks. Publ. No. 3232. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2018. Newcastle disease in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3289. MSU Extension Service. November.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2017. Fowl pox in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3131. MSU Extension Service. September.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2017. Marek’s disease in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3133. MSU Extension Service. September.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2017. Coccidiosis in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3140. MSU Extension Service. September.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2017. Mycoplasma gallisepticum in backyard chickens. Publ. No. 3147. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., C. R. Sadler, and J. Wells. 2016. Gangrenous dermatitis in broilers. Publ. No. 2990. August. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, M. Farnell, and J. Wells. 2014. Deep pectoral myopathy (Green Muscle Disease) in broilers. Info. Sheet 1976. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai, H. M. Yakout, and Y. Liang. 2013. What causes footpad dermatitis in poultry? Publ. No. 2769. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, H. M. Yakout, J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Intestinal health and necrotic enteritis in broilers. Publ. No. 2771. April. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., H. Yakout, and J. Wells. 2013. Northern fowl mite management. Publ. No. 2800. August. Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Tabler, T., T. Christensen, J.R. Moyle, V. Ayres, and P. Maharjan. 2024. 4-H chick chain production and biosecurity tips. University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Publ. No. W 1230. April.
Tabler, T., T. Christensen, and E. Medley. 2024. Growing chickens for show. University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Publ. No. D 229. February.
Tabler, T., P. Maharjan, T. Thornton, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2023. Addressing urban livestock challenges in the United States with silvopasture, agroforestry and backyard chickens. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 226. October.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, D. Barnett, Y. Liang, V. Ayres, J. Wells, J. Moon, and P. Maharjan. 2023. Keeping poultry safe with biosecurity principles and site-specific plans. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 207. May.
Tabler, T., V. Ayres, P. Maharjan, J. Wells, J. Moon, and J. Urrutia. 2023. Antibiotic alternatives in broiler production: Feed additives. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 209. June.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, V. Ayres, P. Maharjan, T. Thornton, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2023. Water use, climate change and livestock. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 211. August.
Tabler, T., T. Thornton, P. Maharjan, V. Ayres, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2023. Keeping poultry safe from black flies (buffalo gnats). UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 213. July.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, V. Ayres, J. Moon, and J. Urrutia. 2023. Composting daily poultry mortality. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 206. April.
Tabler, T. Numerous reasons for high egg prices. 2023. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 201. February.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, Y. Liang, V. Ayres, P. Maharjan, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2023. Preventing fires in poultry litter stacking sheds. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 195. January.
Tabler, T., P. Maharjan, Y. Liang, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2022. Alternatives to antibiotic growth promoters in broiler production. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 187. December.
Tabler, T., V. Ayers, P. Maharjan, S. Hawkins, Y. Liang, J. Wells, and J. Urrutia. 2022. Poultry farming and good neighbor relations: Coexistence is possible. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 175. September.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, V. Ayres, Y. Liang, P. Maharjan, and S. Hawkins. 2022. Using vegetative buffers for air emission management on Tennessee poultry farms. Publ. No. D 172. UT Extension, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee. July.
Tabler, T., K. M. Loftin, P. Maharjan, S. Hawkins, J. Wells, J. Moon, and J. Urrutia. 2022. Managing bed bugs in poultry facilities. Publ. No. D 171. UT Extension, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee. August.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Urrutia, S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, and Y. Zhao. 2022. How and Why Evaporative Cooling Systems Work. Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 167. May.
Tabler, T., J. Moon, Y. Liang, S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, and J. Urrutia. 2022. Rodent Control on Poultry Farms. Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 166. May.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, Y. Zhao, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Cool cell cleaning and maintenance. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 162. March.
Tabler, T. 2021. Cooling poultry flocks during hot weather. The Feed. Edition 8. March. Boehringer Ingelheim.
Tabler, T., W. Zhai, and J. Wells. 2021. Antibiotic resistance, alternatives, and the U.S. poultry industry. Publ. No. 3605. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Poultry industry’s contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. Publ. No. 3634. MSU Extension Service. May.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Avoiding fires in poultry litter dry stack sheds. Publ. No. 3718. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Poultry farm insurers expect proper earth grounding. Publ. No. 3427. MSU Extension Service. March.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. NAE production challenges poultry industry on several fronts. Publ. No. 3428. MSU Extension Service. March.
Tabler, T. 2020. Helping growers navigate the NAE maze. Timely Topics. Vol 38(1): 13,15. Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. Georgetown, DE. March.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Characteristics of successful poultry growers. Publ. No. 3446. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., B. Elchos, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Commercial chickens and COVID-19: Recommendations for depopulating poultry flocks. Publ. No. 3458. MSU Extension Service. June.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Characteristics of successful poultry growers. Poultry Times. July 17. Pp 10-11, 18.
Tabler, T. 2020. Worsening hurricane season threatens billions of chickens. The Conversation. October 16.
Tabler, T. 2020. The business of poultry: On-farm composting of poultry mortality. The Feed: Poultry Insights and Innovation from Boehringer Ingelheim. Edition 7. December.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, and J. Wells. 2019. Sprinklers offer flock cooling benefits and water conservation opportunities. Publ. No. 3351. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., S. Durojaye, F. To, K. Elliott, P. Gerard, and D. Peebles. 2019. Relationship of air cell size to shell temperature and weight loss in broiler hatching eggs. Publ. No. 3352. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., S. Durojaye, F. To, K. Elliott, P. Gerard, and D. Peebles. 2019. Thickness and thermal gradients across broiler hatching eggshells. Publ. No. 3355. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T. 2019. Antibiotic-free poultry production in the United States. In Proceedings: Advancing Poultry Production. Massey Technical Update Conference. Vol. 21:13-25.
Tabler, T., J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2019. Is no antibiotics ever (NAE) poultry production sustainable? Publ. No. 3371. MSU Extension Service. June.
Tabler, T. 2019. Environment-friendly management of livestock and poultry mortalities. In: Animal Environment and Welfare – Proceedings of International Symposium 2019. Pages 26-38. October 21-24.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2019. Importance of water quality to NAE production. Publ. No. 3400. MSU Extension Service. November.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, F. D. Clark, Y. Liang, and J. Wells. 2018. Setback distances for poultry houses. Publ. No. 3209. MSU Extension Service. March.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and N. Jefcoat. 2018. Composter operation and management. Publ. No. 3231. MSU Extension Service. May.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and S. A. Hubbard. 2018. Successfully handling hatching eggs. IS 1638. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., K. M. Loftin, and J. Wells. 2018. Combatting bed bugs in broiler breeder houses. Publ. No. 3293. MSU Extension Service. November.
Liang, Y., T. Tabler, and F. D. Clark. 2018. Getting ready for summer. Avian Advice. University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. 2 pages. May.
Liang, Y., T. Tabler, F. D. Clark, and M. T. Kidd. 2018. Getting broiler houses ready for summer. FSA8021. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
Liang, Y., T. Tabler, F. D. Clark, and M. T. Kidd. 2018. Managing summer ventilation systems in broiler houses. FSA8022. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. R. Barrett, Y. Liang, and J. Wells. 2017. How total farm water pressure and volume affect commercial poultry production. Publ. No. 3058. March. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., and J. Wells. 2017. Economic impact of Mississippi’s poultry industry. Publ. No. 3048. MSU Extension Service. June.
Clark, F. D., D. Aldridge, T. Tabler, and J. Moyle. 2017. Poultry farm winterization suggestions. Avian Advice. December. University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Research and Extension.
Tabler, T., J. R. Moyle, J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2016. Composting poultry mortality: A critical daily management chore. Publ. No. 2960. June. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., and J. Wells. 2016. Fan selection for poultry housing. Publ. No. 2998. September. MSU Extension Service.
Tabler, T., K. M. Loftin, M. Farnell, J. Wells, and H. M. Yakout. 2015. Bed bugs: Difficult pests to control in poultry breeder houses. Publ. No. 2881. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T. M. Farnell, J. Wells, H. Yakout, and Y. Liang. 2014. Controlling rodents on the poultry farm. Publ. No. 2824. February. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2014. Potential contract growers face important decisions. Publ. No. 2850. August. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, F. D. Clark, M. Farnell, and J. Wells. 2014. Managing heat and minimum ventilation systems in the broiler house. Publ. No. 2854. October. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., M. Farnell, and J. Wells. 2014. Why broiler growers should be concerned about paw quality. Publ. No. 2859. November. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, M. Farnell, J. Wells, and H. M. Yakout. 2013. Minimum ventilation can challenge broiler producers. Publ. No. 2804. October. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., M. Farnell, J. Wells, and H. Yakout. 2013. Phosphorus, phytase, and poultry litter. Publ. No. 2805. October. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Farmers, chickens, and West Nile Virus. Publ. No. 2753. January. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Chickens do not receive growth hormones: So why all the confusion? Publ. No. 2767. March. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, H. Yakout, J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Evaporative cooling systems: How and why they work. Publ. No. 2774. May. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and H. Yakout. 2013. Summer is coming – Prepare broiler houses now. Publ. No. 2778. June. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., H. Yakout, and J. Wells. 2013. Spring and fall broiler production presents challenges. Publ. No. 2780. June. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., C. McDaniel, J. Wells, and H. Yakout. 2013. Broiler breeder management is no easy task. Publ. No. 2783. June. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Clark, F. D., J. Moyle, K. Bramwell, and T. Tabler. 2013. Winterization suggestions for the poultry farm. Fact Sheet FSA8009. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, Fayetteville.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Prepare poultry houses for cooler weather. Information Sheet No. 1951. Oct. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Maintenance critical to back-up generator reliability. Information Sheet No. 1952. Oct. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Poultry Farming and Neighbors: Little things are important. Information Sheet No. 1953. Nov. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Broiler house ventilation during cold weather. Publ. No. 2749. Dec. Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Tabler, T., Y. Zhao, T. Thornton, P. Maharjan, J. Moon, J. Drewry, and J. Wells. 2023. Lighting programs for broiler chickens continue to evolve. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D224. September.
Thornton, T. and T. Tabler. 2023. Rethinking lighting for broiler chickens. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. W 1146.
Tabler, T., P. Maharjan, S. Hawkins, and Y. Zhao. 2022. Understanding LED lamp and light dimmer issues. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 161. March.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Broiler house lamp and light dimmer basics. Publ. No. 3639. MSU Extension Service. June.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Poultry house lighting tips. Publ. No. 3680. MSU Extension Service. August.
Tabler, T., J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Issues with poultry house LED lamps and light dimmers. Publ. No. 3510. MSU Extension Service. August.
Tabler, T., J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2019. Why poultry growers have issues dimming LED lamps. Publ. No. 3380. MSU Extension Service. August.
Tabler, T., J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2019. Why poultry growers have issues dimming LED lamps. Mississippi Poultry Association Newsletter. Issue 3:31-35.
Tabler, T., Farnell, M., Wells, J. 2015. LED Bulbs: Much to offer the poultry industry. Publ. No. 2894. MSU Extension Service.

Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, Y. Liang, V. Ayres, J. Moon, and P. Maharjan. The manureshed concept: A solution to poultry litter nutrient recycling?. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 223. September.
Nguyen, X. and T. Tabler. 2023. Broiler litter management. University of Tennessee Extension Publ. No. W 1135.
Hawkins, S., W. Wright, T. Tabler, Y. Zhao, and P. Maharjan. 2022. Best management practices for windrowing broiler litter. University of Tennessee Extension Publ. No. W 1107. September.
Tabler, T., V. Ayres, Y. Liang, P. Maharjan, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2022. Manage litter quality for better paw quality. Publ. No. D 173. UT Extension, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee. August.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, Y. Zhao, P. Maharjan, and J. Moon. 2022. Litter management key to broiler performance. University of Tennessee (UT) Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 163. April.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Broiler litter production and nutrient content characteristics. Publ. No. 3601. MSU Extension Service. April.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2021. Good litter management improves broiler performance, health, and welfare. Publ. No. 3657. MSU Extension Service. June.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Manure production and challenges. Publ. No. 3719. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Lagoon systems. Publ. No. 3723. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Environmental concerns. Publ. No. 3724. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Broiler litter: Odor and moisture concerns. Publ. No. 3515. MSU Extension Service. September.
Liang, Y., and G. T. Tabler. 2020. Litter management for broiler production. FSA1098. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
Tabler, T. and J. Wells. 2017. Benefits and challenges of reusing broiler litter. Publ. No. 3066. MSU Extension Service. March.
Tabler, T., A. Brown, G. Hagood, M. Farnell, C. McDaniel, and J. Kilgore. 2015. Nutrient content in Mississippi broiler litter. Publ. No. 2878. February. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, Y. Liang, J. Wells, and M. Farnell. 2014. Windrow composting broiler litter between flocks. Publ No. 2818. January. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., K. LaFleur, J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Maintaining compliance with Mississippi’s dry litter general permit. Publ. No. 2764. February. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., and J. Wells. 2012. Poultry litter management. Publ. No. 2738. Oct. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Managing litter moisture in broiler houses with built-up litter. Publ. No. 2744. Nov. Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. N. Jeckoniah, A. Odoi, and J. Wells. 2023. Addressing production constraints to smallholder poultry farming in Tanzania. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 210. June.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. N. Jeckoniah, A. Odoi, T. Thornton, and J. Wells. 2023. Village poultry and sustainable food production. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 212. August.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. N. Jeckoniah, A. Odoi, and J. Wells. 2023. Agricultural technologies offer sustainable smallholder chicken production efficiency. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 205. April.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. N. Jeckoniah, A. Odoi, S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Poultry production and food security in East Africa: Impact of personnel, technology and genetics. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 176. September.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. N. Jeckoniah, A. Odoi, V. Ayers, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Village chickens and women’s access to agricultural extension services across Africa. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 174. September.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, A. Odoi, S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Antibiotic Alternatives in Poultry Production: An African Viewpoint. UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 165. April.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, A. Odoi, S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2022. Can Poultry Production Address Food Insecurity in East Africa? UT Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 164. April.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Poultry production in Africa: Impacts of climate change. Publ. No. 3706. MSU Extension Service. September.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Antimicrobial resistance and poultry production in developing countries. Publ. No. 3728. MSU Extension Service. November.
Tabler, T. M. L. Khaitsa, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2021. Poultry industry grows across East Africa, but challenges remain. Publ. No. 3730. MSU Extension Service. November.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jeckoniah, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Poultry Extension personnel needed across East Africa. Publ. No. 3494. MSU Extension Service. July.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jeckoniah, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Gender issues in ag Extension programming in sub-Saharan Africa. Publ. No. 3501. MSU Extension Service. August.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jeckoniah, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2020. Improved biosecurity and Extension programming can benefit African chicken production. Publ. No. 3505. MSU Extension Service. August.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, and J. Wells. 2019. Smallholder farmer constraints to village chicken production. Publ. No. 3315. MSU Extension Service. January.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, and J. Wells. 2019. Importance of indigenous chickens to rural African communities. Publ. No. 3394. MSU Extension Service. October.
Tabler, T., M. L. Khaitsa, and J. Wells. 2018. Village chicken production in rural Africa. Publ. No. 3292. MSU Extension Service. November.

Tabler, T., Y. Liang, P. Maharjan, T. Thornton, J. Drewry, J. Moon, and J. Wells. 2023. Water scarcity is greatest threat to global food security. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 221. September.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, P. Maharjan, J. Moon, J. Wells, T. Thornton, and J. Urrutia. 2023. Climate change impacts livestock production, increases water scarcity. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 227. November.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, V. Ayres, J. Wells, P. Maharjan, and J. Moon. 2023. Attention needed on poultry drinking water. UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 204. April.
Tabler, T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, V. Ayres, P. Maharjan, and J. Wells. 2023. Poultry production going forward: Where will the water come from? UT Department of Animal Science Extension Publ. No. D 203. April.
Tabler, T., S. Hawkins, P. Maharjan, Y. Liang, J. Wells, and J. Moon. 2022. Neglecting poultry drinking water quality can prove costly. Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 188. November.
Tabler, T., P. Maharjan, S. Hawkins, Y. Zhao, and J. Urrutia. 2022. Management of Nipple Drinker Watering Systems. Department of Animal Science Publ. No. D 169. June.
Barrett, J. R., and T. Tabler. 2016. Private water well placement and sizing for poultry production. Publ. No. 2953. May. MSU Extension Service.
Liang, Y., and T. Tabler. 2018. Water use patterns differ between pad and sprinkler cooling. Fact Sheet FSA1068. January. University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, Fayetteville.
Tabler, T. J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2012. Water-related factors associated with broiler production. Publ. No. 2742. Nov. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, and W. Zhai. 2013. Water quality critical to broiler performance. Publ. No. 2754. January. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., M. Farnell, and J. Wells. 2014. Poultry water line sanitation. 2014. Publ. No. 2839. June. Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Tabler, T., J. Wells, M. Farnell, Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, and F. D. Clark. 2014. Water quality and quantity influence flock performance. Publ. No. 2869. December. Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Responses to Management and Environment
Precision Poultry Farming
Transmission of Pathogens

McDade, A., T. Broyles, J. deKoff, S. Nahashon, T. Tabler, and P. Maharjan. 2024. Assessing poultry knowledge and identifying the needs of small flock poultry on Tennessee farms: A county-based survey. Int. J. Poult. Sci. 23:13-20.
Moon, J., DuBien, J., Ramachandran, R., Liang, Y., Dridi, S. and Tabler, T., 2023. Effects of a Sprinkler and Cool Cell Combined System on Cooling Water Usage, Litter Moisture, and Indoor Environment of Broiler Houses. Animals, 13(18), p.2939.
Chai, L. and Zhao, Y. eds., 2022. Housing Environment and Farm Animals’ Well-Being. MDPI-Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Gan, H., Hawkins, S., Eckelkamp, L., Prado, M., Burns, R. and Tabler, T., 2021. Broiler Gait Score in Relation to Bird Body Weight and Activity. and Welfare.
Purswell, J.L., Olanrewaju, H.A. and Zhao, Y., 2021. Effect of feeder space on live performance and processing yields of broiler chickens reared to 56 days of age. Journal of Applied Poultry Research, 30(3), p.100175.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Purswell, J.L. and Magee, C., 2021. Effects of feeder space on broiler feeding behaviors. Poultry Science, 100(4), p.101016.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Purswell, J.L., Chesser Jr, G.D., Lowe, J.W. and Wu, T.L., 2020. Effects of antibiotic-free diet and stocking density on male broilers reared to 35 days of age. Part 2: Feeding and drinking behaviours of broilers. Journal of Applied Poultry Research, 29(2), pp.391-401.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Wang, Y., Oliveira, J., Wang, K. and Zhao, Y., 2019. Mitigating particulate matter generation in a commercial cage-free hen house. Transactions of the ASABE, 62(4), pp.877-886.
Liu, K., Xin, H., Shepherd, T. and Zhao, Y., 2018. Perch-shape preference and perching behaviors of young laying hens. Applied animal behaviour science, 203, pp.34-41.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Zhao, Y., Wang, T. and Soupir, M.L., 2018. Air Emissions Mitigation from Aviary Cage-free Hen Litter. Iowa State University Animal Industry Report, 15(1).
Chesser, G.D., Purswell, J.L., Davis, J.D., Ward, J.K., Tabler, T. and Zhao, Y., 2023. Comparison of Outside Air and Sol-air Design Temperatures for Estimating Insulation Needs. Applied Engineering in Agriculture, p.0.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Oliveira, J., Wang, Y., Wang, K. and Zhao, Y., 2018. Particulate Matter Suppression and Heat Stress Relief in a Cage-free Hen House. In 10th International Livestock Environment Symposium (ILES X) (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Wang, Y., Oliveira, J., Wang, K. and Zhao, Y., 2018. Mitigating Particulate Matter Emissions of a Commercial Cage-free Aviary Hen House. In 2018 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Zhao, Y., Wang, T. and Soupir, M.L., 2018. Air Emissions Mitigation from Aviary Cage-free Hen Litter. Iowa State University Animal Industry Report, 15(1).
Chai, L., Xin, H., Zhao, Y., Wang, T., Soupir, M. and Liu, K., 2018. Mitigating ammonia and PM generation of cage-free henhouse litter with solid additive and liquid spray. Transactions of the ASABE, 61(1), pp.287-294.
Zhao, Y., Chai, L., Richardson, B. and Xin, H., 2018. Field evaluation of an electrostatic air filtration system for reducing incoming particulate matter of a hen house. Transactions of the ASABE, 61(1), pp.295-304.
Chai, L., Zhao, Y., Xin, H., Wang, T., Soupir, M. and Liu, K., 2017. A laboratory study on mitigation of particulate matter, ammonia and airborne bacteria from litter of cage-free layer housing. Animal Environment and Welfare.

Jaihuni, M. and Tabler, T., 2024. Pioneering Poultry Robotics: Exploring The Latest Innovations In The Market And Research Labs.
Jaihuni, M., Zhao, Y., Gan, H., Tabler, T., Qi, H. and Prado, M., Broiler Mobility Assessment Via a Semi-Supervised Deep Learning Model and Neo-Deep Sort Algorithm. Available at SSRN 4341431.
Nasiri, A., Amirivojdan, A., Zhao, Y. and Gan, H., 2023. Estimating the Feeding Time of Individual Broilers via Convolutional Neural Network and Image Processing. Animals, 13(15), p.2428.
Mei, W., Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Wang, X., Dai, X. and Wang, K., 2023. Identification of aflatoxin-poisoned broilers based on accelerometer and machine learning. Biosystems Engineering, 227, pp.107-116.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Gan, H., Hawkins, S., Eckelkamp, L., Prado, M., Burns, R., Purswell, J. and Tabler, T., 2023. Modeling gait score of broiler chicken via production and behavioral data. animal, 17(1), p.100692.
Zhao, Y. and Yang, X., 2022. Smart Poultry Management. In Encyclopedia of Smart Agriculture Technologies (pp. 1-8). Cham: Springer International Publishing.
Zhao, Y., Cambra-López, M., De Moura, D.J. and Zheng, W. eds., 2022. Precision Poultry Farming. MDPI Books.
Nasiri, A., Yoder, J., Zhao, Y., Hawkins, S., Prado, M. and Gan, H., 2022. Pose estimation-based lameness recognition in broiler using CNN-LSTM network. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 197, p.106931.
Li, G., Hui, X., Zhao, Y., Zhai, W., Purswell, J.L., Porter, Z., Poudel, S., Jia, L., Zhang, B. and Chesser, G.D., 2022. Effects of ground robot manipulation on hen floor egg reduction, production performance, stress response, bone quality, and behavior. Plos one, 17(4), p.e0267568.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Qi, H. and Tabler, G.T., 2021. Characterizing sounds of different sources in a commercial broiler house. Animals, 11(3), p.916.
Li, G., Huang, Y., Chen, Z., Chesser, G.D., Purswell, J.L., Linhoss, J. and Zhao, Y., 2021. Practices and applications of convolutional neural network-based computer vision systems in animal farming: A review. Sensors, 21(4), p.1492.
Li, G., Hui, X., Chen, Z., Chesser Jr, G.D. and Zhao, Y., 2021. Development and evaluation of a method to detect broilers continuously walking around feeder as an indication of restricted feeding behaviors. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 181, p.105982.
Li, G., Chesser, G.D., Huang, Y., Zhao, Y. and Purswell, J.L., 2021. Development and optimization of a deep-learning-based egg-collecting robot. Transactions of the ASABE, 64(5), pp.1659-1669.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Street, G.M., Huang, Y., To, S.F. and Purswell, J.L., 2021. Classification of broiler behaviours using triaxial accelerometer and machine learning. Animal, 15(7), p.100269.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y., Qi, H. and Tabler, T., 2021. Characterizing Sounds under Commercial Broiler Environment. In 2021 ASABE Annual International Virtual Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Parajuli, P., Zhao, Y. and Tabler, T., 2020. Evaluating avoidance distance and fleeing speed of broilers exposed to aerial systems. International Journal of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, 13(6), pp.34-40.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Purswell, J.L., Du, Q., Chesser Jr, G.D. and Lowe, J.W., 2020. Analysis of feeding and drinking behaviors of group-reared broilers via image processing. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 175, p.105596.
Yang, X., Zhao, Y. and Tabler, G.T., 2020. Accuracy of broiler activity index as affected by sampling time interval. Animals, 10(6), p.1102.
Li, G., Ji, B., Li, B., Shi, Z., Zhao, Y., Dou, Y. and Brocato, J., 2020. Assessment of layer pullet drinking behaviors under selectable light colors using convolutional neural network. Computers and electronics in agriculture, 172, p.105333.
Li, G., Hui, X., Lin, F. and Zhao, Y., 2020. Developing and evaluating poultry preening behavior detectors via mask region-based convolutional neural network. Animals, 10(10), p.1762.
Yang, X., Huo, X., Li, G., Purswell, J.L., Tabler, G.T., Chesser, G.D., Magee, C.L. and Zhao, Y., 2020. Effects of elevated platform and robotic vehicle on broiler production, welfare, and housing environment. Transactions of the ASABE, 63(6), pp.1981-1990.
Parajuli, P., Huang, Y., Tabler, T., Purswell, J.L., DuBien, J.L. and Zhao, Y., 2020. Comparative evaluation of poultry-human and poultry-robot avoidance distances. Transactions of the ASABE, 63(2), pp.477-484.
Li, G., Xu, Y., Zhao, Y., Du, Q. and Huang, Y., 2020. Evaluating convolutional neural networks for cage-free floor egg detection. Sensors, 20(2), p.332.
Li, G., Li, B., Shi, Z., Zhao, Y., Tong, Q. and Liu, Y., 2019. Diurnal rhythms of group-housed layer pullets with free choices between light and dim environments. Canadian Journal of Animal Science, 100(1), pp.37-46.
Oliveira, J.L., Xin, H., Wang, K. and Zhao, Y., 2019. Evaluation of nesting behavior of individual laying hens in an enriched colony housing by using RFID technology. International Journal of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, 12(6), pp.7-15.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Xu, Y. and Du, Q., 2019. Evaluation of Convolutional Neural Networks for Detecting Floor Eggs of Cage-Free Hen Housing Systems. Animal Environment and Welfare.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Hailey, R., Zhang, N., Liang, Y. and Purswell, J.L., 2019. An ultra-high frequency radio frequency identification system for studying individual feeding and drinking behaviors of group-housed broilers. Animal, 13(9), pp.2060-2069.
Zhao, Y., Xin, H. and Li, L., 2019. Modelling and validating the indoor environment and supplemental heat requirement during ventilation shutdown (VSD) for rapid depopulation of hens and turkeys. biosystems engineering, 184, pp.130-141.
Yang, X., Huo, X., Li, G., Purswell, J.L., Tabler, T., Chesser, D. and Zhao, Y., 2019. Application of elevated perching platform and robotic vehicle in broiler production. In 2019 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Li, G., Li, B., Zhao, Y., Shi, Z., Liu, Y. and Zheng, W., 2019. Layer pullet preferences for light colors of light-emitting diodes. animal, 13: 1245-1251. doi: 10.1017. S1751731118002537.
Parajuli, P., Zhao, Y., Tabler, T. and Chesser, G.D., 2019. Evaluating avoidance distance of broilers exposed to aerial automated systems. In 2019 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Chesser, G.D., Lowe, J.W. and Purswell, J.L., 2019. Image processing for analyzing broiler feeding and drinking behaviors. In 2019 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Li, G., Li, B., Shi, Z., Zhao, Y. and Ma, H., 2018. Design and evaluation of a lighting preference test system for laying hens. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 147, pp.118-125.
Tao, D.I.N.G., Yang, Z.H.A.O., Zhengxiang, S.H.I. and Chaoyuan, W.A.N.G., 2018. Influence of Length of Shroud on Performance of Agricultural Axial Fan. Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Machinery, 49(12).
Parajuli, P., Huang, Y., Zhao, Y., Tabler, T. and Purswell, J.L., 2018. Comparative evaluation of poultry avoidance distances to human vs. robotic vehicle. In 10th International Livestock Environment Symposium (ILES X) (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Muvva, V.V., Zhao, Y., Parajuli, P., Zhang, S., Tabler, T. and Purswell, J., 2018. Automatic Identification of Broiler Mortality Using Image Processing Technology. In 10th International Livestock Environment Symposium (ILES X) (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Hailey, R., Zhang, N., Liang, Y. and Purswell, J.L., 2018. Radio-frequency identification (rfid) system for monitoring specific behaviors of group housed broilers. In 10th International Livestock Environment Symposium (ILES X) (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Li, G., Zhao, Y., Purswell, J.L., Liang, Y. and Lowe, J.W., 2018. Feeding behaviors of broilers at chicken-perceived vs. human-perceived light intensities under two light spectrums. In 2018 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.

Poudel, S., G. T. Tabler, J. Lin, W. Zhai, and L. Zhang. 2022. Riboflavin and Bacillus subtilis effects on growth performance and woody-breast of Ross 708 broilers with or without Eimeria spp. challenge. J. Anim. Sci. Technol. 64(3):443-461.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J., Voy, B. and Purswell, J.L., 2022. Effect of Ultraviolet Radiation on Reducing Airborne Escherichia coli Carried by Poultry Litter Particles. Animals, 12(22), p.3170.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J. and Purswell, J.L., 2022. Survival of Escherichia coli in airborne and settled poultry litter particles. Animals, 12(3), p.284.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J., Voy, B. and Purswell, J.L., 2022. The use of ultraviolet radiation to reduce airborne Escherichia coli. In 2022 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J., Schneider, L., Voy, B., Hawkins, S. and Purswell, J.L., 2022. Evaluation of Bioaerosol Samplers for Airborne Escherichia coli Carried by Poultry Litter Particles. Journal of the ASABE, 65(4), pp.825-833.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J. and Purswell, J.L., 2022. Survival of Escherichia coli in airborne and settled poultry litter particles. Animals, 12(3), p.284.
Chai, L., Zhao, Y., Xin, H. and Richardson, B., 2022. Heat Treatment for Disinfecting Egg Transport Tools. Applied Engineering in Agriculture, 38(2), pp.343-350.
Nguyen, X.D., Zhao, Y., Evans, J.D., Lin, J., Schneider, L., Voy, B., Hawkins, S.A. and Purswell, J.L., 2021. Evaluation of bioaerosol samplers for collecting airborne E. coli carried by dust particles from poultry litter. In 2021 ASABE Annual International Virtual Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Chai, L., Zhao, Y., Xin, H. and Richardson, B., 2019. Disinfecting Egg Pallets and Flats with Heat Treatment at the Poultry Farm Gate of the USA. Animal Environment and Welfare.
Zhao, Y., Richardson, B., Takle, E., Chai, L., Schmitt, D. and Xin, H., 2019. Airborne transmission may have played a role in the spread of 2015 highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in the United States. Scientific reports, 9(1), p.11755.
Chai, L., Zhao, Y., Xin, H., Wang, T. and Soupir, M.L., 2018. Mitigating airborne bacteria generations from cage-free layer litter by spraying acidic electrolysed water. Biosystems Engineering, 170, pp.61-71.
Chai, L., Zhao, Y., Xin, H., Wang, T. and Soupir, M.L., 2018. Mitigating airborne bacteria generations from cage-free layer litter by spraying acidic electrolysed water. Biosystems Engineering, 170, pp.61-71.
Chai, L., Xin, H., Zhao, Y. and Richardson, B., 2018. Egg Flats and Pallets Disinfection with Heat Treatment. Iowa State University Animal Industry Report, 15(1).