This member gave a presentation on August 9, 2016
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2016 AAAP/AVMA Annual Meeting
Article published the June 10, 2014
INTRODUCTIONThe importance of maintaining the correct embryonic temperature during incubation of broiler eggs has been shown to be more important than the incubator temperature settings. Previous work from the laboratory of one of the authors (R. Meijerhof) has demonstrated that embryos frequently become overheated during incubation, even when the incubator is operating correctly (i.e., within a n ...
Video published on December 23, 2011
Brooding management during the first days after hatch influences the final field performance of the flock. The influence of genetic selection on this key period will be discussed. Development of organs crucial organs during this period will be discussed.
Article published the October 21, 2011
The hatch window is considered a management tool in modern commercial hatcheries. This paper will discuss the definition of the hatch window and why it is considered important to manage. The embryo and incubation equipment factors that influence the hatch window will be discussed. The impact of methods to shorten the hatch window will be discussed. This paper will also discuss the impact of incuba ...
Article published the October 21, 2011
Brooding is generally the first 10-14 days in the house when the chicks are "started". Special house and feed conditions are used in this period to ensure that the chicks have an environment suited to their special temperature, management and nutrition needs. The early brooding period is the first 4 days after hatch. Since the chick is not fully developed at hatch, conditions dur ...
This member gave a presentation on September 8, 2011
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This member gave a presentation on September 8, 2011
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This member had joined Engormix
July 5, 2011