We are the APA
Offering support, exhibitions and education for poultry enthusiasts at all stages
What we offer
Standard Of Perfection
The APA works to support the community breeding and raising Standard Bred Poultry in all its phases with a goal on breeding to the Standard of Perfection.
Advanced Poultry Knowledge
The APA supports advancement of Poultry knowledge and education in all phases, ensuring the longevity of Standard Bred Poultry.
Poultry Exhibitions & Events
The APA creates and manages the Standard Of Perfection for standard Bred Poultry to be exhibited and judged and offers annual exhibitions for competition.


Breeds & Varieties
Explore the accepted Breeds and Varieties for APA Sanctioned events and shows.
Become a member today!
The APA is the oldest Livestock organization in North America, and by becoming a member you are joining a community passionate about maintaining Standard Bred Poultry, improving knowledge and education, and supporting mentorship and events.
Latest Posts

APA Job Opening
We are saddened to announce that David Adkins has submitted his letter of retirement with us. He has been a long time Secretary/Treasurer of the APA and has done an

Kansas turkey breeder aims to protect rare breeds
By Sheridan Wimmer, courtesy Kansas Living magazine https://kansaslivingmagazine.com/articles/2023/11/20/kansas-turkey-breeder-aims-to-protect-rare-breeds Reese’s ‘fringe flocks’ in Kansas nurture heritage turkeys For Frank Reese in McPherson County, protecting his turkey flock has been his life’s
SoP Omission
After many hours working to get the 45th edition of the APA Standard of Perfection, 2 sections were inadvertently omitted. The committee worked very hard to make this a great
