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Productive turkeys have a full feather pack

Birds are unique in nature for many reasons but especially for their feathers. Feathers serve multiple functions including protection, warmth, display, and the ability to fly. Logically, a well feathered turkey will be a productive bird.
By Hybrid Turkeys, Kitchener, ON, Canada Feathers are replaced several times during a bird’s life and follow consistent, predictable patterns. Since certain nutrients are required... read more »

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Phytase use in poultry diets: Going beyond phosphorus release

Phytase was developed to reduce the diffuse phosphorus pollution from intensive agriculture. First commercialised in 1991, phytase is now present in over 60% of monogastric feed, and possibly even in a higher percentage of poultry diets, in a growing market that exceeds $300 million US dollars per year. The savings to be made with the use of phytase can easily be three to four times this amount. read more >

Latin America on a growth path

With its economy growing fast, and its currency gaining ground, poultry exports from Brazil are faltering. So will Argentina be able to pick up the baton? A look at the scene in some major markets in Latin America. read more >

Infection affects embryonic development - Mycoplasma iowae in turkeys: Part 2

Mycoplasma iowae in turkeys leads to decreased hatchability, late embryo mortality and leg and skeletal abnormalities in growing birds. The history and occurrence of this disease were discussed in the first part of this article in the previous edition of WP. How M. iowae can be recognised and diagnosed and which measures can be taken to prevent flocks from being infected, is discussed in this second part. read more >

Harmful effects of ammonia on birds

Ammonia gas in poultry houses seriously affects the health condition of the birds. Good litter management and ventilation will minimise the level of ammonia, improve productivity, reduce the likelihood of respiratory diseases, improve the birds’ welfare and provide a pleasant, safe environment for workers. read more >

Health hazards: Safety always comes first

Personnel working in the poultry industry are permanently exposed to hazards. These have either a physical, chemical or biological nature. Proper management is needed to avoid accidents and to keep the staff motivated. In all cases, however, safety comes first. read more >
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