With the ever increasing demand for chicken, the broiler industry continues to expand. Unlike other commodities, broiler production in North Carolina is increasing throughout the state. Production can be found in the mountain, piedmont and coastal regious of the state.
North Carolina remains a leading state in the production of turkeys. Turkey production continues to be concentrated in the southern piedmont and coastal regions of the State.
The state ranking for table egg production has fluctuated over the past 20 years. Changes in transportation costs have had significant impact on the location of egg production units. These changes can be traced to the early 1970's when the Southeast had strong growth. Now egg production is found mainly in central part of the State
