Incubation

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Embryonic “temperature training” for  robust chicks

Broiler birds only have a short life span. As a result, good kickoff conditions are essential. Embryonic temperature training called “Circadian Incubation” is a tool to help achieving this goal. It will lead to robust chicks from the moment of hatch.
By Barbara Tzschentke and Sabrina Tatge, Humboldt-University of Berlin, Germany In modern poultry production, the transfer of up to two million chicks per week from a hatchery to broiler... read more »

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Genetic progress inspires changes in incubator technology

Genetic changes in broiler and layer breeds have an effect on incubation conditions. Traditional setpoints must be reviewed, whereby scientific research and new technologies provide the tools to better match the needs of the modern breeds. read more >

From multi- to advanced single-stage incubation in twenty years

In the past twenty years a lot has happened in the hatchery business. Apart from mergers and the disappearance of several companies, a major development has been that most companies have moved from multi- to single-stage incubation. This allows for significant improvements in the development of the embryo and post-hatch bird performance. read more >

Embryo temperature guideline for a quality hatch

Embryo temperature proves to be the best indicator to set the air temperature inside the incubator. At VIV Europe Petersime will be launching their new temperature controller, which during incubation constantly adjusts the air temperature to maintain an optimal environment for the embryo. read more >

Feeding embryos to reduce mortality and stimulate health

Giving the day-old chick a better start may have a tremendous effect on early mortality as well as health and feed efficiency during the whole growing period. That was the aim of an Israeli and an American researcher when looking for opportunities to provide nutrients to unhatched chicks. read more >

Feeding embryos to reduce mortality and stimulate health

Giving the day-old chick a better start may have a tremendous effect on early mortality as well as health and feed efficiency during the whole growing period. That was the aim of an Israeli and an American researcher when looking for opportunities to provide nutrients to unhatched chicks. read more >
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