The Poultry Podcast Show - Dr. Drew Benson: How AI Is Reshaping Poultry Science | Ep. 207

the poultry podcast show Aug 18, 2026

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Drew Benson, Assistant Professor of Poultry Physiology at the University of Georgia, discusses how artificial intelligence can be used in poultry science education and the workplace. He explains why students need content knowledge, communication skills, and judgment to use AI responsibly. Dr. Benson also shares examples of custom tutor bots, stakeholder simulations, and AI-assisted workflows that can help poultry professionals solve practical problems. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

  • AI in poultry education
  • Responsible AI use
  • Data literacy and verification
  • AI workplace applications
  • Critical decision making

 

Meet the guest:

Dr. Drew Benson is an Assistant Professor of Poultry Physiology at the University of Georgia. His background includes poultry science training at the University of Georgia, where he earned a BSA and a Ph.D. His work in poultry education includes helping students use AI tools responsibly, ethically, and creatively while building the judgment needed for industry careers. Learn more from Dr. Drew Benson on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. 

 

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