This guide provides clear, practical, step-by-step guidance on spray vaccination in the field, supporting consistent vaccine delivery while maintaining bird welfare, vaccine viability, and flock uniformity. Read more
The requirements of the gut depend on bird age and management factors on the farm. Good gut health starts with brooding, but must be checked throughout the life of the flock. Read more
Gut health and function are critical for the growth, health, and welfare of all livestock. Optimizing gut health and function is a key focus in global poultry production. Gut health support can come in many forms, and the support required by the bird depends upon the age, li… Read more
The first step to promoting gut health is understanding gut function and physiology and how they relate to a bird’s overall health and well-being. Antibiotics provide a very effective means of controlling gut pathogens and enhancing the growth and efficiency of chickens. Read more
Rodents carry diseases which can contaminate a poultry flock; however, preventing rodents on a farm can be difficult due to plentiful food sources and nesting sites. Farm design, ensuring the house exterior is free from vegetation and debris, properly storing feed and litter… Read more
This Aviagen Brief outlines essential management strategies for maintaining consistent egg production and hatchability from 40 to 60 weeks of age, focusing on optimizing rearing conditions, managing environmental factors, synchronizing sexual maturity, controlling body and e… Read more