Necrotic enteritis is making a comeback
Reduced use of antibiotics and changing poultry diets are contributing to a rise in cases of the disease that can cause heightened mortality and lower feed
Guest commentary: Cage-free egg prices will decline as production increases The world is changing, people have a different idea about animals compared to 60 years ago, or even 20 years ago; as it is shown in a recent study
Russia, Singapore discuss poultry, pork trade potential Leaders from Russia and Singapore are examining ways the two countries can develop import and export relations between the two countries concerning the trade
H5N8 avian influenza strikes layer farm in Greece A layer farm in Greece has been infected by H5N8 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). About 28,000 susceptible chickens are destroyed
Avian flu spreading across Europe, Asia and Africa Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses are being detected in the wild bird and domestic poultry in ever more countries in Europe, Asia and Africa.
Slow-growing broilers provide welfare goals for growers Mortality and condemnation rates are at all-time lows for U.S. broiler producers, but so-called slow-growing chicken strains in Europe are doing even better.
Should US, EU growers ignore cage housing for broilers? With many laying hens coming out of cages, most poultry producers in the U.S. and EU won’t even consider raising broiler in cages, but should they?
Consumer demand is best illustrated by providing choices Taking a closer look at Compassion in World Farming objections to the National Chicken Council report on the environmental impact of slower growing broilers
US team identify wooden breast biomarkers University of Delaware researchers have analysed the genes involved in wooden breast disease and have identified biomarkers for the disorder.
Re-learning how to grow broilers Worldwide slow-growing broilers are gaining ground. However, it's still an art to adapt one's management style when for decades the focus has been on maximum
Planning and regulating breeder flock size With growing demand for poultry meat in the future, initial planning of the breeder/hatchery aspect of the production chain has to take into account this future
Layers with untreated beaks on a commercial farm In northern Europe, the race is on to gain as much experience as possible with managing layers with untreated beaks.
How to grow spinach hydroponically Spinach or Spinacia oleracea L. belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family. The Chenopodiaceae family also includes crop such as beet (Beta vulgaris L. subsp. vulgari
Fleshing important in optimal broiler breeding At 12 weeks the frame size of broiler breeders is over 90% complete. From that moment the body condition or fleshing should gradually increase.
Enhancing the microbial population within poultry Within man, animals, and poultry a very diverse population of microorganisms live in a fierce competitive environment: the gut. While fungi, protozoa, and virus
Antibiotics and bacteria finding the right balance Understanding the interplay between bird health, gut bacteria and antibiotics makes it clear reducing their use where possible is in everyone’s interest.
What influences feed intake in broilers, breeders? The feeding behavior of broilers and breeders is affected by external factors that farm mangers can use to raise performance and realize genetic potential.
How phytase superdosing improves broiler feed conversion Phytase superdosing can achieve phytate destruction, eliminating lower phytate esters that have anti-nutritional effects.
Could vitamin-enriched eggs enhance our health, profits? Hens can deposit extra vitamins from their feed into their eggs, so why not pack up on vitamins while enjoying our eight-egg omelet?
15 details needed in poultry veterinary feed directive As VFD rules are about to take effect, poultry producers need to have certain criteria met in order for VFDs to be valid.