You could say the eggs came first. As a railway express agent, Arthur W. Perdue noticed that the poultry men loading their eggs and chickens onto the train seemed to be financially successful. In 1917, the same year he married, Arthur Perdue decided he was going to make poultry his business.

Find out more about our rich history by visiting the sections listed below.

 

Three Generations

Our growth and success are owed to three generations of leaders who were passionate about quality, integrity and trust. Learn More >

 

Business Timeline

Explore our history across eight decades and three generations. Learn More >

 

Our Firsts

Many of our company's firsts are now industry standards, while others continue to distinguish Perdue's commitment to the highest levels of quality, service and reliability. Learn More >

 

A Tribute to Frank Perdue

Frank Perdue was a pioneer in the poultry business. The second generation of the Perdue family, he followed his father, Arthur, to assume leadership of the company. Learn More >