The Grading to Manage Uniformity pdf is an interactive document which takes the user through the various stages involved in grading a population of birds using CV% or Uniformity +/- 10%. The pdf allows the user to investigate their procedures and identify potential problems. Read more
This excel tool calculates the correct grading populations and weight ranges within each graded population from a given CV or +/- 10% uniformity and average weight. The tool also calculates feeder and drinker requirements, bird numbers and stocking densities for fixed or adj… Read more
This document contains Best Practice advice detailing the principles of biosecurity for broiler breeder flocks. Biosecurity creates hygienic conditions within the poultry house to minimize the adverse effects and to prevent the spread of disease, optimize bird performance an… Read more
Marek's Disease Virus (MDV), a highly infectious and easily transmitted herpesvirus, is one of the most common viral infections worldwide and is capable of causing tumors and immunosuppression in broiler breeders. These tumors can be found in different organs of the bird, as… Read more
This document presents advice for producers who aim to minimize antibiotic use in parent stock production and is based on the experience and expertise of those with practical knowledge of this situation. It is intended to provide information that allows parent stock to be gr… Read more
The breeder house equipment and ventilation spreadsheet is designed to allow the user to enter their current house bird number and equipment set up in clearly highlighted cells and can be used for either rearing or production housing. From the information entered, the spread… Read more
If managed effectively, male replacement programs can help to improve persistency in fertility. Introducing a number of new, generally younger males into a flock causes a change in the flock’s social pattern, stimulating the mating activity within the flock and increasing ov… Read more
This poster illustrates the importance of managing the female broiler breeder for good uniformity from chick start through to grading and with proper feed intake. Read more
Achieving the optimal uniformity of parent stock using a well-managed floor feeding system can be accomplished by following management techniques such as maintaining correct litter depth and quality, ensuring proper feed pellet size and texture, managing lights and drinkers,… Read more
Incorrect egg handling from nest setter can negatively impact fertility and hatchability. The poster gives best practice for egg handling from nest to setter covering, egg collection, fumigation, egg storage and transport. Read more