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… Leia mais
The beak treatment of young broiler breeders has been used as an aid to prevent cannibalism and mortality due to feather pecking since the 1970's, but within the next few years' beak treatment will no longer be allowed in many countries. The aim of this document is to detail… Leia mais
Rearing broilers in open-sided housing is still preferred by growers in many parts of the world where there is sparse availability of electricity, poor infrastructure, and low levels of initial investment. The objective of this supplement is to provide best practice managem… Leia mais
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. Leia mais
This document details the key best management practices when transferring broiler breeders from rear to lay facilities. Where rear and move facilities exist birds are transferred out of the rearing facilities and moved to the laying facilities before lay commences. This proc… Leia mais
This interactive pdf is designed to be used as a smart tool, offering a quick reference guide to get to key parts of existing literature to help you identify the causes of infertility issues you may be experiencing with your flocks. Leia mais
At around 18 days of incubation, eggs have to be taken out of the setters, moved from setter trays to hatcher baskets and transferred into hatchers for the last 3 days of incubation. Transfer must be carefully organized and managed to avoid eggs becoming chilled or over-heat… Leia mais
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,… Leia mais
The eggs in incubators contain living, developing embryos. For them to achieve optimal development, chick quality, and hatchability, they need the correct temperature, humidity, and Carbon Dioxide (CO2) to Oxygen balance. This will only happen if they are in rooms that are c… Leia mais
This article provides management advice, includes descriptions of common leg health issues and offers strategies to improve the leg health of broiler breeders, with a particular emphasis on the production period. Leia mais