Aviagen Incubation Specialist Dr. Nick French discusses the importance of finding the correct incubation temperature and the proper techniques for measuring egg shell temperature. Read more
This video discusses the impact of darkness exposure on welfare and productivity of modern commercial broilers, citing the scientific evidence on which Aviagen’s lighting recommendation for broilers are based. Read more
The Aviagen Managing Flock Uniformity Video is an umbrella video introducing the importance of parent stock uniformity for future flock performance. It is the first in a series of tutorial videos covering different aspects of parent stock management. Read more
This is the fourth video in the “Managing Flock Uniformity of Parent Stock” series and covers the importance of accurate weighing and keeping records, how to bulk and individually weigh broiler breeders and what to do if weights deviate from expectations. Read more
This poster details the main steps that should be followed during cleaning and disinfection to ensure clean, biosecure housing prior to bird placement. Read more
Water disinfection during production is an integral part of a good flock management program. Controlling bacterial contamination and biofilm formation in the drinking system is key to reducing bird exposure to harmful organisms and minimizing the spread of disease. If allowe… Read more
For many years, spur treatment has been used to help prevent perceived damage to broiler breeder females during mating, to minimize skin lesions in males who compete for dominance and to aid in the personal safety of those handling the males on a regular basis. Internal data… Read more
Darkling beetles can be found in poultry houses worldwide because the house environment is ideal for their growth and survival. They are vectors for common poultry viruses such as Infectious Bursal Disease Virus (IBDV), Marek’s Disease Virus (MDV) and Reovirus; bacteria such… Read more
The purpose of this document is to review the heat treatment of poultry feeds in terms of the specifications required to ensure decontamination and the types of equipment that can be successfully employed. Read more
With the ban on many of the drugs used to fight the disease, and changes in animal husbandry like reusing litter and/or increased stocking density, blackhead has re-emerged in many areas including North America and Europe. The focus for control of blackhead is now on prevent… Read more