Feed is a major component of the intricate chain of interrelated factors that make for a successful poultry production. Poor feed management will compromise nutrient digestion and absorption which will ultimately lead to inefficient feed conversion and poor productivity....
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Q: Inclusion body hepatitis (IBH) in broilers isn’t new, but it appears to be on the upswing. Have you seen an increase, and if so, do you have an opinion as to why?
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DB: I’ve seen a...
BarnTalk’s smart alarm system is specifically designed to give pork and poultry producers a complete and real-time view of their facility’s internal conditions: humid
BarnTalk’s smart alarm system is specifically designed to give pork and poultry producers a complete and...
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Bioshuttle programs are a valuable tool for managing coccidiosis, according to Greg Mathis, PhD, Southern Poultry Research.
Coccidiosis remains among the costliest of diseases for broiler producers. It is controlled with either anticoccidials, vaccination or a combination of the...
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Q: Why are some scientists in Europe calling on legislators to reclassify ionophores as antibiotics?
DP: In Europe, ionophore coccidiostats are currently classified as antimicrobials and are registered for use as feed additives. However, some scientists believe that they...
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With the onset of the pandemic in March 2020, many consumers experienced, for the first time in their lifetimes, empty grocery store shelves. More than a year into the pandemic, they are facing another unfamiliar trend when it...
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Q: Every fall and winter, the poultry industry faces specific production challenges, but why is ventilation such a pivotal part of that?
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CW: The environment that we’re incubating eggs in changes from cooling in the summer to heating...
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Marek’s disease (MD) vaccination programs for breeders and layers can vary significantly in the replication and coverage they provide,1 a finding that should be considered when planning an MD-control strategy for long-lived birds, advises Eduardo Muniz, DVM, PhD,...
The National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) names United Egg Producers (UEP) President and CEO Chad Gregory as the 2021 Ag Association Leader of the Year.
“This is a well-deserved honor for Chad, recognizing his extraordinary leadership during this past year and in...
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