Poultry genetics research, innovation and trends in selective breeding

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DNA insights could aid small-scale poultry farmers

13 Nov 2020

New findings about viral regions in the DNA of chickens aim to aid productivity for smallholder farms in developing countries.

Adaptability of bird flu poses threat to poultry

11 Nov 2020

Insight into avian virus highlights its potential to infect commercial flocks

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Study in Ethiopian chickens identifies key genetic markers for health and productivity

16 Oct 2020

Researchers hope that the findings will help to support the development of healthier, more resilient, poultry across Africa.

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Highlights from the 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit

16 Oct 2020

The 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit, co-sponsored by FAI Farm, China Animal Health and Food Safety Alliance (CAFA) and IQC, was successfully held in Shanghai on October 15. The Summit received strong support fr…

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News

Argentina’s agriculture export industry workers go on strike

1 Dec 2020

Two major unions representing Argentina’s agro-export industry have launched an indefinite strike, escalating a stand-off that has been simmering for months.

Canada announces an additional $600 million investment for poultry and egg sectors

1 Dec 2020

The Government of Canada has earmarked additional investments in its supply-managed dairy, poultry and egg industries as part of its trade deal commitments.

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South Korea confirms H5N8 bird flu on duck farm

1 Dec 2020

The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) reports that South Korea has confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu on a duck farm.

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Japan’s bird flu outbreak moves to fourth prefecture

1 Dec 2020

Avian influenza has been detected on a farm site in a fourth Japanese prefecture, with officials saying that this is the worst bird flu outbreak in more than four years.

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UK grocer helps egg farmers improve farmland for free-range hens

1 Dec 2020

UK grocer Morrisons is helping free-range egg farmers create biodiverse farmland and giving them a greater share of retail profits.

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More news

Breeders and hatcheries

Broiler breeders are calmer, lay more eggs when fed twice a day

2 Dec 2020

Broiler breeders fed twice a day were calmer and laid more eggs

Highlights from the 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit

16 Oct 2020

The 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit, co-sponsored by FAI Farm, China Animal Health and Food Safety Alliance (C…

Evaluating chick quality

14 Oct 2020 Sponsored

The term "chick quality" is rather vague, as it can refer to various aspects – from directly visible physical traits to …

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Temperature and air flow critical to broiler performance year-round

13 Oct 2020

One of the most common questions among broiler producers is determining how much cooler the birds feel with various amounts of air movement.…

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Aviagen Asia Pacific hosts first-ever “Hatching Young Artists” Award

28 Nov 2020 Sponsored

In a spirit of giving back and encouraging the up-and-coming generation, Aviagen® Asia Pacific recently sponsored the fi…

New Cobb Hatchery Management Guide works to support best outcomes

3 Nov 2020 Sponsored

The new Cobb Hatchery Management Guide is the latest in updates and introductions expanding on Cobb’s commitment to pro…

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Managing fully beaked flocks

19 Nov 2020 Sponsored

Due to changes in customer sentiment, restrictions on beak treatment practices have been introduced in some countries an…

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Aviagen Asia Pacific hosts virtual training seminars for customers during COVID-19 pandemic

26 Nov 2020 Sponsored

Between Nov. 4 and 13, Aviagen® Asia Pacific hosted its annual Seminars: Arbor Acres® Training Seminar Asia (AATSA), Ind…

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Broiler breeders are calmer, lay more eggs when fed twice a day

2 Dec 2020

Broiler breeders fed twice a day were calmer and laid more eggs

Research: greater prairie-chickens pay turbine fields no mind

1 Dec 2020

Rapid development of wind energy across the American Great Plains has spurred concern about potential effects on grassla…

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DNA insights could aid small-scale poultry farmers

13 Nov 2020

New findings about viral regions in the DNA of chickens aim to aid productivity for smallholder farms in developing coun…

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Study by FAI Farms and partners finds slower growing chickens experience higher welfare

22 Sep 2020

First study to highlight welfare differences between fast and slower growing broilers in a commercial setting using welfare indicators…

Genetics & breeding

In focus

DNA insights could aid small-scale poultry farmers

Adaptability of bird flu poses threat to poultry

Study in Ethiopian chickens identifies key genetic markers for health and productivity

Highlights from the 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit

News

Argentina’s agriculture export industry workers go on strike

Canada announces an additional $600 million investment for poultry and egg sectors

South Korea confirms H5N8 bird flu on duck farm

Japan’s bird flu outbreak moves to fourth prefecture

UK grocer helps egg farmers improve farmland for free-range hens

Breeders and hatcheries

Broiler breeders are calmer, lay more eggs when fed twice a day

Highlights from the 2020 Quality and Welfare Egg China Summit

Evaluating chick quality

Temperature and air flow critical to broiler performance year-round

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Aviagen Asia Pacific hosts first-ever “Hatching Young Artists” Award

New Cobb Hatchery Management Guide works to support best outcomes

Managing fully beaked flocks

Aviagen Asia Pacific hosts virtual training seminars for customers during COVID-19 pandemic

Genetics and traits

Broiler breeders are calmer, lay more eggs when fed twice a day

Research: greater prairie-chickens pay turbine fields no mind

DNA insights could aid small-scale poultry farmers

Study by FAI Farms and partners finds slower growing chickens experience higher welfare