The goal of a poultry breeding operation is to generate settable eggs that will result in viable chicks. Unfortunately, the settable egg can be compromised, thus leading to challenges that extend beyond the loss of a single egg. When...
rom John Starkey, President, US Poultry & Egg Association
U.S. Poultry and Egg has had several questions regarding the status of IPPE 2021. Currently, more than 1,000 exhibitors have committed to being in Atlanta, Jan. 26-28, 2021, at the Georgia...
Today, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) and Farm Sanctuary sued the US Department of Agriculture in federal court for failing to require humane handling of poultry at slaughter, resulting in adulterated (i.e., damaged or contaminated) products that violate...
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While pasture-raised poultry comprises a small portion of the commercial poultry industry in North America, these alternative rearing systems have become increasingly popular. As such, it is critical to improve our understanding of husbandry practices and prevalence...
The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council recently recognized 215 chicken and turkey facilities with safety awards. The companies were honored in recognition of their outstanding performance through the implementation of innovative and effective employee safety and health programs.
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Preventing birds from getting sick is perhaps the biggest challenge encountered when transitioning from conventional to “no antibiotics ever” (NAE) production, Tony Newsome, division manager, Fieldale Farms, told Poultry Health Today.
Fieldale Farms was one of the first poultry companies...
Thanks USDA, Iowa Elected Leaders, and Egg Community
Iowa Poultry Association applauds USDA’s decision to include frozen and liquid eggs in their Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). This decision comes after months of working with State and National Leaders...
Whether you are an experienced grower looking to review best practices or someone who is new to turkey farming, our How-To videos will guide you through common tasks in turkey management. This video addresses how to set up Stir...
– Zinpro Corporation, the industry leader in performance trace mineral nutrition for livestock, poultry, aquaculture and companion animals, today announced that Timur Akmaliev, Ph.D., has been promoted to regional manager – Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). In...
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Tip 13
Newly hatched chicks can not regulate their body temperature and rely on suitable environmental conditions to keep them comfortable.