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In some countries, Mexico in particular, but also in others such as China, the Philippines, Peru, certain regions of Spain, etc., the colouring of the skin of broilers is an important factor when consumers choose the bir…

Chickens can cope with a great deal – but rising summer temperatures can increase risk of death by heat exhaustion and suffocation. Here’s how to help your flock stay safe in hot weather

Investing in vaccination programs to develop cross-protection against some of the most common strains of Salmonella could help limit the number of foodborne outbreaks of the pathogen, according to a poultry expert. Charl…

Dr. Tahseen Aziz shares new insight into infectious bronchitis virus (IBV), a Gammacoronavirus in the family Coronaviridae, which also includes three other genera: Alphacoronavirus, Betacoronavirus, and Deltacoronavirus.…

Since the evolution of the hatchery industry from multi-stage to single-stage incubation, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems have become an indispensable part of hatchery operations. In essence, the…

When I’m involved in the Hatchery Management Training I often mention that hatching is 'looking, listening and smelling', even though sensor technology is gaining popularity. I say this to encourage young hatchery manage…

Niche slaughter facilities that are exempt from regular inspection by federal and state regulators are now being touted as the solution to meat-supply-chain bottlenecks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why clean the feeding system? Cleaning the feeding system ensures that harmful bacteria, old or stale feed and dust and debris are removed before the placement of the next flock.

There are relatively few hatcheries that specialise in waterfowl. Their programs and procedures are largely based on traditions and many years of practical local experience.

A common question we’re often asked as the summer approaches is “where do we start with getting our houses ready for hot weather to ensure our birds remain as healthy and productive as possible?”

In the past few months, coronavirus has created major shifts in the poultry industry. While the illness cannot be transferred between birds and humans, all workers are at risk of exposure from family, friends, or colleagues.…

Producers need to take more care in matching Salmonella vaccines for broiler breeders to the strain of the pathogen challenging their flocks, according to a poultry health expert.

1. Get all the feed out! It may not be easy, but this is the number one item to concern yourself with when preparing a house for extended downtimes. Feed left in the lines or feed bins will attract mice and rats, which c…

A new study from Denmark shows that a live vaccine against Escherichia coli can safely be used in hens in lay, a practice that may help limit E. coli transmission in both broiler and egg production.

Editor’s note: This article was written by a veterinarian for the website, Pig Health Today. We thought its stirring, heartfelt message would be meaningful to our readers in the poultry industry.As I write this article, …

Prior to plant cultivation, humans were hunters and gatherers. Agriculture’s origins go back thousands of years, with evidence from Mozambique pointing to grass-seed being part of humans’ diets as far back as 105,000 years ago, during the Middle Stone Age.…

Recently appointed to the role of managing director of Cobb Europe, Roy Mutimer shares his insights on what challenges and opportunities face broiler breeders and growers in the EMEA region.

"Why are so many chicks dying in their first week?" I could hear the worry in his voice when I received a call from the manager of a single-stage broiler hatchery in southern Brazil. It was a cold winter (yes, even in th…

With hot weather upon us, it’s time for layer operations to make sure they’re prepared to prevent heat stress. Best-case scenario: We prevent hens from overheating. Worst case: Layers are heat stressed, leading to signif…

A processing plant’s needs differ depending on the market and/or customer product mix. Ensuring tight product specifications (in terms of both target weight and variation) can be difficult to achieve with as-hatched (mix…