Chicken Processing Skills Series

Chicken Processing Skills Series
Location

McDonald County MU Extension Office
500 Olin St Pineville, MO

Date

April 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM - April 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Pricing
A registration fee is required for all participants. Optional session or event add-ons are available for an additional fee.

About

Join us for the Chicken Processing Skills Series, a two-part, hands-on set of classes in Pineville, MO. The first class covers home chicken processing basics (foundational steps, equipment, and food-safety practices for processing chicken for home use). The second class, Chicken Cut-Up & Product-Making, focuses on kitchen-based skills to turn whole chicken into convenient, ready-to-cook products; food will be Alpha-gal friendly.

You’re welcome to attend either class as a stand-alone workshop, registration for both is not required.

Class dates & times

  • Home Chicken Processing: April 9, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
  • Chicken Cut-Up & Product-Making: April 14, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Location (both classes)
McDonald County Extension Office, 500 Olin St., Pineville, MO 64856

Cost
$20 per person (per class)

Registration deadline (both classes)
Register by April 5

What to wear

  • For Home Chicken Processing: closed-toe shoes/boots and clothes you don’t mind getting messy
  • For Chicken Cut-Up & Product-Making: clothes suitable for the kitchen

Questions / contact
McDonald County Extension Office: 417-223-4775

Sessions

April 9, 2026

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM CDT Home Chicken Processing- April 9th

    This hands-on class is designed for anyone who wants to feel confident processing chickens for home use. We’ll walk through how to set up a simple, efficient processing area and explain the “why” behind each step so you can repeat the process safely at home. Expect a practical focus on workflow, essential equipment, and the food-safety habits that make the biggest difference. You’ll also learn humane handling best practices and pick up troubleshooting tips for common issues.

    Location: McDonald County Extension Office, 500 Olin St., Pineville, MO 64856

April 14, 2026

  • 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM CDT Chicken Cut-Up & Product Making- April 14th

    Ready to move beyond whole birds? This hands-on, kitchen-based class focuses on turning whole chickens into convenient, ready-to-use products. Participants will learn practical cut-up and portioning techniques, basic grinding, and simple value-added preparation such as chicken nuggets and broth/stock using frames and bones. You’ll leave with ideas to improve consistency, reduce waste, and make poultry easier to cook, store, and serve at home. Food will be Alpha-gal friendly.

    Location: McDonald County Extension Office 500 Olin St., Pineville, MO 64856

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