Jessica Wells

Jessica Wells

Assistant Teaching Professor




Mailing Address:
325 Wise Center Drive
Mississippi State, MS 39762
Education:
  • M. S., Mississippi State University
  • B.S., Mississippi State University

Courses Taught:
  • PO 3313 Commercial Poultry Production
  • PO 3233 Poultry Judging

Research:
  • Factors that influence student college major choice
  • Student recruitment and retention
  • Youth programming and K-12 educational outreach

Outreach:
  • Work directly with extension agents to aid in poultry youth programs and backyard flocks
  • Develop and direct all poultry statewide youth programs
  • Support and assist with backyard poultry in the state of MS
  • Recruitment of students for the poultry science department
  • Conduct and publish research in peer-reviewed journals pertaining to enhancement of poultry science departments

Graduate Students

Publications

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Poultry house lighting tips. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3680. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. R. Moyle, J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Avoiding fires in poultry litter dry stack sheds. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3718. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. R. Moyle, J. Rhodes, S. L. Weimer, J. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Poultry beginnings: Raise your own backyard chickens. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3624. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. Urrutia, J. B. Wells. 2021. Manejo de cama en pollos de engorde. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2738-S Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Broiler house lamp and light dimmer basics. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3639. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., J. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Poultry industry's contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3634. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Antimicrobial resistance and poultry production in developing countries. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3728. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Poultry production in Africa: Impacts of climate change. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3706. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., W. Zhai, J. B. Wells. 2021. Antibiotic resistance, alternatives, and the U.S. poultry industry. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3605. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Broiler litter production and nutrient content characteristics. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3601. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Environmental concerns. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3724. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Lagoon systems. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3723. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2021. Manure management on commercial layer operations: Manure production and challenges. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3719. Download

2021
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. B. Wells, J. Moon. 2021. Good litter management improves broiler performance, health, and welfare. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3657. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., B. Elchos, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Commercial chickens and COVID-19: Recommendations for depopulating poultry flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3458.  Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Issues with poultry house LED lamps and light dimmers. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3510. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Backyard chickens and COVID-19. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3447. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jechoniah, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Poultry extension personnel needed across East Africa. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3494. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jeckoniah, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Gender issues in ag extension programming in sub-Saharan Africa. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3501. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, S. H. Mbaga, J. N. Jekoniah, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Improved biosecurity and extension programming can benefit African chicken production. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3505. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells 2020. NAE production challenges poultry industry on several fronts. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3428. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Broiler litter: Odor and moisture concerns. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3515. Download

2020
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Characteristics of successful poultry growers. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3446. Download

2020
Tabler, G., J. R. Moyle, S. L. Weimer, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2020. Poultry farm insurers expect proper earth grounding. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3427. Download

2020
Tabler, G.T., D. Clark, J.R. Moyle, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2020. Composting manure from small poultry flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1975.  Download

2020
Tabler, G.T., F.D. Clark, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2020. Avian influenza: Things you should know. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3532. Download

2020
Tabler, G.T., F.D. Clark, J. Wells. 2020. Choosing the right breed for your backyard flock. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3036.  Download

2020
Tabler, G.T., F.D. Clark, J.R. Moyle, Y. Liang, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2020. Windrow composting broiler litter between flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2818.  Download

2020
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2020. Potential contract growers face important decisions. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2850.  Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2019. Fowl cholera and infectious coryza in backyard flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3441. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2019. Is no antibiotics ever (NAE) poultry production sustainable. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3371. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2019. Why poultry growers have issues dimming LED lamps. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3380. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. B. Wells. 2019. Importance of indigenous chickens to rural African communities. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3394. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. B. Wells. 2019. Smallholder farmer constraints to village chicken production. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3315. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. B. Wells 2019. Sprinklers offer flock cooling benefits and water conservation opportunities. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3351. Download

2019
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J. Moon, J. B. Wells. 2019. Importance of water quality to NAE production. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3400. Download

2019
Tabler, G.T., C.R. Sadler, J. Wells. 2019. Gangrenous dermatitis in broilers. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2990. Download

2019
Tabler, G.T., F.D. Clark, J.R. Moyle, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2019. Feather pecking and cannibalism in the backyard flock. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2848.  Download

2019
Tabler, G.T., J. Watson, B. Elchos, J. Wells. 2019. Poultry growers should maintain heightened biosecurity practices. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2995.  Download

2019
Tabler, G.T., J.R. Moyle, J. Wells. 2019. Rotary drum composting of poultry mortalities. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3012.  Download

2019
Tabler, G.T., M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2019. LED bulbs: Much to offer the poultry industry. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2894. Download

2019
Tabler, T., C. McDaniel, J. Wells, H.M. Yakout. 2019. Broiler breeder management is no easy task. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2783.  Download

2019
Tabler, T., H. Yakout, J.B. Wells. 2019. Northern Fowl Mite Management. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2800. Download

2019
Tabler, T., H.M. Yakout, J. Wells. 2019. Spring and fall broiler production presents challenges. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2780.  Download

2019
Tabler, T., J. Moyle, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2019. Composting poultry mortality: A critical daily management chore. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2960.  Download

2019
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2019. Water quality critical to broiler performance. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2754.  Download

2019
Tabler, T., M. Farnell, J.B. Wells, H. Yakout. 2019. Phosphorus, phytase, and poultry litter. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2805. Download

2018
Tabler, G. T., F. D. Clark, J. R. Moyle, J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2018. Newcastle Disease in backyard chickens. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3289. Download

2018
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells. 2018. Successfully handling hatching eggs. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet IS1638. Download

2018
Tabler, G. T., J. R. Moyle, F. D. Clark, Y. Liang, J. B. Wells. 2018. Setback distances for poultry houses. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3209. Download

2018
Tabler, G. T., K. M. Loftin, J. B. Wells. 2018. Combating bed bugs in broiler breeder houses. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3293. Download

2018
Tabler, G. T., M. L. Khaitsa, J. B. Wells. 2018. Village chicken production in rural Africa. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3292.  Download

2018
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells, K. Loftin, M. Farnell, H. Yakout. 2018. Bed bugs: Difficult pests to control in poultry breeder flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2881. Download

2018
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2018. Poultry farming and neighbors: The little things are important. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1953.  Download

2018
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2018. Water-related factors in broiler production. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2742.  Download

2018
Tabler, T., J. Wells. 2018. Poultry litter management. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2738.  Download

2018
Wells, J., W. Zhai. 2018. What broiler growers can expect during PAACO audits. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1947.  Download

2017
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2017. Coccidiosis in backyard chickens. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3140.  Download

2017
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2017. Fowl Pox in backyard flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3131. Download

2017
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2017. Marek's Disease in backyard chickens. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3133.  Download

2017
Tabler, G. T., J. B. Wells, N. Jefcoat. 2017. Mycoplasma gallisepticum in backyard flocks. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3147.  Download

2017
Tabler, G.T., J. Watson, B. Elchos, J. Wells. 2017. Backyard biosecurity is the best defense against avian influenza. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3059. Download

2017
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells, M. Farnell, Y. Liang, J. Moyle, F.D. Clark. 2017. Water quality and quantity influence flock performance. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2869.  Download

2017
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells. 2017. Avian influenza 2017: Frequently asked questions. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3060. Download

2017
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells. 2017. Benefits and challenges of reusing broiler litter. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3066. Download

2017
Tabler, G.T., J. Wells. 2017. Economic impact of Mississippi's poultry industry. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3048. Download

2017
Tabler, T., F.D. Clark, J. Moyle, J.R. Barrett, Y. Liang, J. Wells. 2017. How total farm water pressure and volume affect commercial poultry production. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 3058.  Download

2016
Tabler, G.T., J. Moyle, F.D. Clark, Y. Liang, J. Wells, M. Farnell. 2016. Protect backyard birds from predators. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2853.  Download

2015
Tabler, G.T., F.D. Clark, M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2015. Avian influenza threat requires heightened biosecurity measures. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2898.  Download

2015
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2015. Prepare poultry houses for cooler weather. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1951.  Download

2014
Tabler, G. T., Y. Liang, J.R. Moyle, F.D. Clark, M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2014. Managing heat and minimum ventilation systems in the broiler house. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2854.  Download

2014
Tabler, G.T., D. Clark, J.R. Moyle, M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2014. Deep pectoral myopathy (green muscle disease) in broilers. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1976.  Download

2014
Tabler, G.T., M. Farnell, J. Wells, Y. Liang. 2014. Controlling rodents on the poultry farm. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2824. Download

2014
Tabler, G.T., M. Farnell, J. Wells, Y. Liang. 2014. Managing manure from the backyard flock. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1973.  Download

2014
Tabler, G.T., M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2014. Poultry water line sanitation. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2839. Download

2014
Tabler, G.T., M. Farnell, J. Wells. 2014. Why broiler growers should be concerned with paw quality. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2859.

2013
Tabler, T., F.D. Clark, J. Wells, W. Zhai, H. Yakout. 2013. Managing the backyard flock. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2768.  Download

2013
Tabler, T., J. Wells, H.M. Yahout. 2013. Summer is coming—Prepare broiler houses now. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2778.  Download

2013
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai, H.M. Yakout. 2013. What causes footpad dermatitis in poultry? Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2769.  Download

2013
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2013. Chickens do not receive growth hormones: So why all the confusion? Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2767  Download

2013
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2013. Farmers, chickens and West Nile Virus. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2753.  Download

2013
Tabler, T., K. LaFleur, J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2013. Maintaining compliance with Mississippi's dry litter poultry general permit. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2764.  Download

2012
Parker, H. M., A. S. Kiess, M. L. Robertson, J. B. Wells, C. D. McDaniel. 2012. The relationship of parthenogenesis in virgin Chinese painted quail (Courtnix chinesis) hens with embryonic mortality and hatchability following mating. Poultry Science 91:1425-1431. Download

2012
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2012. Broiler house ventilation during cold weather. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2749.  Download

2012
Tabler, T., J. Wells, W. Zhai. 2012. Managing litter moisture in broiler houses with built-up litter. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication 2744.  Download

2012
Wells, J.B., H.M. Parker, A.S. Kiess, C.D. McDaniel. 2012. The relationship of incubational egg weight loss with parthenogenesis in Chinese Painted Quail (Coturnix chinensis). Poultry Science 91:189-196.  Download

2012
Zhai, W., J. Wells. 2012. Why the rapid growth rate in today's chickens. Mississippi State University Extension Service Information Sheet 1950.  Download

2011
Wells, J.B., C.D. Coufal, H.M. Parker, A.S. Kiess, J.L. Purswell, K.M. Young, C.D. McDaniel. 2011. Hatchability of broiler breeder eggs following eggshell sanitization by repeated treatment with a combination of ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide. International Journal of Poultry Science 10(6):421-425. Download

2011
Wells, J.B., C.D. Coufal, H.M. Parker, A.S. Kiess, K.M. Young, C.D. McDaniel. 2011. Hatchability of broiler breeder eggs following eggshell sanitization by repeated treatment with a combination of ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide. International Journal of Poultry Science 10:421-425.  Download

2011
Wells, J.B., C.D. Coufal, H.M. Parker, K.M. Young, C.D. McDaniel. 2011. Hatchability of broiler breeder eggs sanitized with a combination of ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide. International Journal of Poultry Science 10:320-324.  Download

2010
Parker, H. M., A. S. Kiess, J. B. Wells, K. M. Young, D. E. Rowe, C. D. McDaniel. 2010. Genetic selection increases parthenogenesis in Chinese painted quail (Coturnix chinensis). Poultry Science 89:1486-1472.  Download

2010
Wells, J.B., C.D. Coufal, H.M. Parker, C.D. McDaniel. 2010. Disinfection of eggshells using ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide independently and in combination. Poultry Science 89:2499-2505.  Download