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Egg Production Performance of the Local Kabyle Hen and its Crossbreeds with ISA-Brown Strain in Semi-Intensive Conditions
Compared to the Kabyle (the local breed in Algeria), a line crossed with an ISA-Brown had better egg production and egg quality, according to new research. The scientists warned that, for the crossbreeding to be sustainable, a plan to conserve the native...
Compared to the Kabyle (the local breed in Algeria), a line crossed with an ISA-Brown had better egg production and egg quality, according to new research. The scientists warned that, for the crossbreeding to be sustainable, a plan to conserve the native...
Amino Acid Requirements of Broiler Breeders at Peak Production
In three experiments, a team of North American researchers estimated the amino acid requirements of broiler breeders at peak production for egg mass, body weight and fertility. Among their recommendations is that lysine and isoleucine should be provided...
In three experiments, a team of North American researchers estimated the amino acid requirements of broiler breeders at peak production for egg mass, body weight and fertility. Among their recommendations is that lysine and isoleucine should be provided...
Fumigation: How Formaldehyde Can Affect Hatchability
The use of formaldehyde can reduce hatchability, explains Roger Banwell, Hatchery Development Manager for Petersime. ...
The use of formaldehyde can reduce hatchability, explains Roger Banwell, Hatchery Development Manager for Petersime. ...
Accurate Weighing of Parent Stock is Vital to Monitor Flock Progress
The proper sampling and accurate weighing of breeder pullets and hens during their life is both important and necessary, according to Pete Sbanotto, product manager for Cobb-Vantress, Inc. ...
The proper sampling and accurate weighing of breeder pullets and hens during their life is both important and necessary, according to Pete Sbanotto, product manager for Cobb-Vantress, Inc. ...
Selection for Improved Leg Health in Purebred Broiler Lines and Underlying Genetic Parameters
As a result of genetic selection, the prevalence of four leg conditions in purebred broiler lines has declined over the last 20 to 25 years, new research from Scotland shows. ...
As a result of genetic selection, the prevalence of four leg conditions in purebred broiler lines has declined over the last 20 to 25 years, new research from Scotland shows. ...
Effects of Feeding Regimen, Fibre Inclusion and Crude Protein Content of the Diet on Performance and Egg Quality and Hatchability of Eggs of Broiler Breeder Hens
The inclusion of fibre in the diet in the form of inulin or cellulose improved hen performance, report researchers based in Iran, and higher dietary crude protein reduced obesity in broiler breeder hens....
The inclusion of fibre in the diet in the form of inulin or cellulose improved hen performance, report researchers based in Iran, and higher dietary crude protein reduced obesity in broiler breeder hens....
Estonia: Poultry Breeding
Dr Matti Piirsalu, Board member of Estonian Poultry Society, describes the evolution of the poultry industry in Estonia since 1960 in a report entitled 'Animal Breeding in Estonia 2004–2011' from Estonian Animal Breeding Association. ...
Dr Matti Piirsalu, Board member of Estonian Poultry Society, describes the evolution of the poultry industry in Estonia since 1960 in a report entitled 'Animal Breeding in Estonia 2004–2011' from Estonian Animal Breeding Association. ...
Why the Rapid Growth Rate in Today’s Chickens
Dr Wei Zhai, Assistant Extension/Research Professor, and Jessica Wells, Extension Instructor at the Poultry Science Department of Mississippi State University explain that broiler growth rates have improved significantly over recent decades as the result...
Dr Wei Zhai, Assistant Extension/Research Professor, and Jessica Wells, Extension Instructor at the Poultry Science Department of Mississippi State University explain that broiler growth rates have improved significantly over recent decades as the result...
How Cobb is Meeting Changing Market Demand
Rather than focusing only on progressive trait improvement within existing lines, Cobb is also developing new lines, according to Pelayo Casanovas, sales and technical director of Cobb Europe in the latest issue of 'Cobb Focus'. ...
Rather than focusing only on progressive trait improvement within existing lines, Cobb is also developing new lines, according to Pelayo Casanovas, sales and technical director of Cobb Europe in the latest issue of 'Cobb Focus'. ...
Bright Prospects for Growth of Chicken Industry in India
The managing director of Venco Research and Breeding Farms in India describes his company's broiler breeding programme and how this has been tailored to meet the needs of the local market in the latest issue of 'Cobb Focus'....
The managing director of Venco Research and Breeding Farms in India describes his company's broiler breeding programme and how this has been tailored to meet the needs of the local market in the latest issue of 'Cobb Focus'....
Pre-Processing Handling in Broilers
There are a number of factors during pre-processing handling that can potentially influence carcass quality. Understanding these provides the basis for good management and welfare practices, optimal carcass quality, and flock profitability, according...
There are a number of factors during pre-processing handling that can potentially influence carcass quality. Understanding these provides the basis for good management and welfare practices, optimal carcass quality, and flock profitability, according...
E. coli Peritonitis on Breeder Chicken Farms in the United States
E. coli peritonitis is a common problem on breeder farms in the US, according to a Technical Brief from APHIS Veterinary Services. This is a report based on the USDA's National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) study of US breeder-chicken farms...
E. coli peritonitis is a common problem on breeder farms in the US, according to a Technical Brief from APHIS Veterinary Services. This is a report based on the USDA's National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) study of US breeder-chicken farms...
Feeding Regime of a Modern Pullet during the Rearing Period
In its latest newsletter, Novogen explains that rapid genetic progress in egg-layers over recent years requires the development of management and feeding techniques during the rearing and production periods. ...
In its latest newsletter, Novogen explains that rapid genetic progress in egg-layers over recent years requires the development of management and feeding techniques during the rearing and production periods. ...
Role of Breeding and Genetics in the Welfare of Farm Animals
Breeding for higher productivity may be associated with a deterioration in the welfare of farm animals but genetics can also contribute to solving issues such as aggression in pigs and laying hens, according to a recent review paper. ...
Breeding for higher productivity may be associated with a deterioration in the welfare of farm animals but genetics can also contribute to solving issues such as aggression in pigs and laying hens, according to a recent review paper. ...
Significant Genetic Progress at Novogen
The results already seen in the field and the expectations for the latest generations (2012-2013) of the Novogen products are presented in the company's latest newsletter. ...
The results already seen in the field and the expectations for the latest generations (2012-2013) of the Novogen products are presented in the company's latest newsletter. ...
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