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The search for optimal broiler performance

The objective of every broiler growing operation is to obtain maximum performance at the lowest possible expense. This begins with good genetic material. The challenge, however, is to find the balance between all the influencing factors.
By Dr Tahseen Aziz, Rollins Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, NC Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Raleigh, NC, USA Each broiler chick hatches with a pre-determined genetic... read more »

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Keeping Clostridial enteritis away from poultry flocks

Clostridial enteritis affects intestinal health in broiler flocks and may cause considerable losses. It is caused by Clostridium perfringens and is found all over the world. Fighting the disease is a continuing challenge for the poultry sector. Preventive actions using dedicated products are a valuable solution to maintain healthy gut flora. read more >

Increased and improved chicks from the breeding flock

The main objective in breeder production is to obtain chicks of the highest quality while achieving the most efficient production parameters. This depends on many factors, including proper management of feeding rations with essential nutrients. New solutions are available. read more >

Spondylitis is emerging in broilers

In World Poultry Vol. 23 No. 12, 2007, we described spondylitis caused by the bacterium Enterococcus cecorum as a newly emerging disease in broiler breeders in the US. Until recently the disease was only a problem in male broiler breeders, but now we are also seeing it in flocks of broiler chickens, with many birds in the flock described as having “leg problems”. read more >

Schotman Hatcheries: An integrated entity embraces independence

Schotman Hatcheries is a typical example of the Dutch poultry industry. It embraces independence, but also includes extra services to its hatching eggs and day-old broiler chicks. Results show that it pays off. read more >

Healthy liver, healthy birds

Commercially grown birds process large amounts of feed. The liver plays a crucial role. Natural stimulants may help in keeping the liver in a good condition, thus ensuring healthy birds. read more >
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