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Proper lighting for broiler and turkey breeders

It is well know that lighting patterns strongly influence the maturity of broiler and turkey breeders. However, applying the lighting programme properly demands an understanding of the physical development and response of these birds to lighting.
By Peter Lewis, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Photorefractoriness is a natural physiological condition that differentiates broiler breeders and turkey breeders from egg-type... read more »

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Good water quality is the basis for good bird performance

Chickens and other birds are bred for high performance - converting feed as efficiently as possible into animal protein. In order to achieve this goal, all circumstances should be optimal, such as the availability of ample and good drinking water. Keeping track of water quality and making sure the drinking system is working properly is of great importance. read more >

Affordable alternatives in poultry housing

Cheaper yet effective poultry house construction deserves growing attention, particularly at a time as now when the global prices of wood, wire and brick are rising. Alternatives of such materials are available, but proper management is essential to ensure that bird health problems are avoided and that the overall performance of the flock is maintained. read more >

Keeping poultry in the future

Wherever in the world, keeping poultry has always been a practice of producing meat or eggs as effectively as possible. This is still a motto within the industry, but times are changing. In the decades to come, many more factors will play an increasingly important role, such as animal welfare, environmental matters, and energy consumption. What can we expect in the next 25 years? read more >

Paying attention to design pays off

For every £100 a business spends on design, turnover increases £225, says the British Design Council. Companies increasingly use design to add value to their products and services in order to differentiate themselves in highly competitive markets. This strategy pays off. The Dutch hatchery technology company, Pas Reform, tripled its turnover and affirms its commitment to design: “It is much more than just decoration." read more >

Insulation solutions combat rising energy costs

During the winter months many poultry growers experience the value of wall and roof insulation. But what about leaking doors and fans? read more >
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