To complete the three areas of importance in sustainable animal protein production, environmental impact is one that comes first to mind when thinking about sustainability. Conservation of energy, feed, water, and land all go into efforts to reduce carbon...
The concept of raising geese for meat is not a new one. However, it is one which has gone to the wayside, especially in the United States. Geese are an incredible breed of waterfowl and one every homestead should...
It’s very possible that the introduction of high path avian influenza (HPAI) can occur due to a break in biosecurity, most likely via infected material being tracked into a barn. HPAI virus is in the nasal secretions and manure...
Analysis of the economic contribution of a single 25,000-square-foot (50-by-500-foot) broiler house.
A new 25,000-square-foot (50-by-500-foot) broiler house in Mississippi results in an increase in economic activity in the state, in terms of both the construction of the house and...
By Cade Cameron, cade.cameron@iowastatedaily.com
Every year the Egg Industry holds an Issues Forum in April, however, the dates have changed.
The Egg Industry Issues Forum decided to move its dates to Nov. 8-9, 2022. This forum is an annual event...
Table 1: Information About Common Disinfectants
Chemical compound
Gram + Bacteria
Gran - Bacteria
TB-like Bacteria
Fungi
Virus
Best pH range for activity
Activity when organic matter present
Common uses **
* SA-some activity
**E-equipment; P-premises; F-footbaths; CS-clean surfaces(Adapted from Purdue University Extension Bulletin PIH80)
Chlorhexidene
SA*
SA
SA
SA
Most
Wide range
Good
E/P/F
Formaldehyde and aldehydes
++
++
++
++
++
Wide range
Good
E/P/F
Chlorine Chloramines
++
++
SA
++
SA
Acid
Very...
Source: PoultryHealthToday.com
Hatcheries providing chicks for no antibiotics ever (NAE) production need to be meticulous with cleanliness and good husbandry practices in order for the program to succeed, Scott Martin, an independent poultry consultant specializing in hatcheries, told Poultry Health...
In the egg industry, the sex of day-old chicks is determined at the hatchery. Sexing chicks (determining whether they are a hen or a rooster) requires considerable skill and is done at this very early stage to determine their...
What makes a sustainable turkey industry? Long-term profitability and a lowered carbon footprint are both key factors. Another important aspect is maintaining animal health and welfare in a responsible, ethical way. This is known as social sustainability.
For the animals...