Episode 34: Celebrating Excellence: Ron Shoup, 2025 Ed McKinley Poultry Worker of the Year

In this episode of In the Coop, Charlotte Wall sits down with Ron Shoup, recipient of the 2025 Ed McKinlay Poultry Worker of the Year Award, along with his nominator, Dave Stanfield. Together, they discuss Ron's journey in the poultry industry, the dedication and teamwork that define his work ethic, and why he was selected for this prestigious honour. Dave shares what inspired him to submit the nomination, offering insight into the leadership and quiet excellence that the Ed McKinlay Poultry Worker of the Year Award was created to recognize. It's a conversation about pride in poultry, commitment to the craft, and the people who keep Ontario's industry strong—one barn, one flock, and one team at a time.