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Proper animal welfare involves providing the proper housing, management, nutrition, disease prevention and treatment, responsible care, humane handling and, when necessary, humane euthanasia. These factors allow for the most optimal and humane growing environment. The concept of animal welfare includes three elements: the bird’s normal biological functioning, its emotional state and its ability to express its natural behaviors. Improving animal welfare can be accomplished through offerings like poultry feed enrichment, which can reduce stress, thereby increasing performance, productivity and profitability. Animal welfare is currently a major requirement for intensive poultry production. Beak trimming, stocking density, free access to feed, heat stress, and air pollutants became important issues, which are regulated in several countries. Animal welfare is observed by watching how birds naturally behave and even by looking at mortality stemming from aggressive behaviors.
We’re excited to announce the upcoming Poultry Nutrition 101 Online Course, which is currently in development. This course is designed for the general public, growers, industry professionals, and non-nutrition academic groups interested in poultry nutrition and feed management. This interactive course will provide fundamental and applied poultry nutrition knowledge. Stay updated by clicking...
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1. Introduction For decades, the livestock production sector has focused on improving animal production efficiency to stretch out the world population’s needs concerning farmed products [1]. This is particularly true for conventional broiler chickens’ production, where advancements in genetics, nutrition programs, management strategy, and medicine have resulted in more efficient birds, allowing a decrease of the slaughter age dramatically [2,3]. This is well illustrated...
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1. Introduction 1.1. Background Chickens struggle to recognize other individuals after visible changes are applied to the comb or plumage [1]. Much like chickens are able to use visual cues to differentiate each other, artificial intelligence (AI) is capable of utilizing image or video inputs for reidentification (re-ID) purposes. Animal re-ID, the task of identifying individual animals within one (or sometimes several) species, finds applications in various fields,...
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Mike Persia (Virginia Tech) talks about the benefits of Direct-Fed Microbials (also Sulfur Amino Acid supplementation) to help manage the adverse effects of heat stress, in this interview during IPPE 2023 in Atlanta, USA....
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Effects of dietary amino acids in ameliorating intestinal function during enteric challenges in broiler chickens
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Dr. Mário Penz (Cargill) discusses the consequences of not managing water properly and the different factors to consider regarding its quality, during this Engormix interview....
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1. Introduction Chickens have a well-developed trichromatic vision system composed of diverse photoreceptors and cones [1], allowing them to perceive a broad range of the color spectrum [2]. Chickens can see in ultraviolet wavelengths and perceive colors that are not visible to most mammals [3], including humans [4]. The chickens’ sharp visual capabilities allow them to effectively survey their surroundings and localize feed [5,6]. In addition, broiler chickens have shown...
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The Unseen Cost of Price Fluctuation Poultry farmers and integrators live with constant uncertainty. One day, the live bird price is INR 100/kg; the next day, it's INR 70. Despite careful planning and biosecurity, they find themselves at the mercy of a market without controls, hedging tools, or predictability. This snake-and-ladder game isn’t just a minor inconvenience. For thousands of farmers and integrators, it means boom-or-bust cycles, mounting debt, and...
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Broiler Industry The broiler industry is a crucial pillar of India’s agricultural economy, ensuring food security, employment, and rural development. However, ethical concerns surrounding animal welfare, feed sourcing, worker rights, environmental sustainability, and consumer transparency continue to challenge the industry. As the sector grows, addressing these ethical issues is critical for long-term sustainability and global competitiveness. Current Ethical Challenges...
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Effective Solutions for Preventing and Treating CRD in Poultry with Natural and Conventional Approaches
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Broiler farming is a dynamic business, but one of its biggest challenges is managing birds during hot and humid conditions. While broilers are bred for rapid growth, their ability to regulate body temperature is limited, making them vulnerable to heat stress. Signs of Heat Stress: 1. Increased panting and open-mouth breathing. 2. Increased water intake and reduced feed intake. 3. Lethargy and reduced activity levels. 4. Restlessness and seeking shade. Causes...
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Jamie McIntosh, Global Technical Services Manager and Cage-Free Specialist at Hy-Line International, shares key insights on cage-free systems, their growing impact worldwide, and best practices for producers looking to make the transition. ...
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APIs and Vitamin MARKET - The weak demand for the APIs
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INTRODUCTION The ability to maintain an affordable, safe, and sustainable food supply is a global challenge. Meat consumption trends are changing, with increasing preferences for cheaper and processed white meat and a decline in cereals share of the total food (Sefeedpari et al., 2013; Faridi et al., 2011). The consequent increases in poultry meat production by a factor of seven (3206%) and eggs by a factor of three have overburdened sustainable production (Sousa et al., 2005)....
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The Impact of Hot Weather and Humidity on Broiler Performance: Challenges and Solutions - A.Ashraf Broiler farming is a dynamic business, but one of its biggest challenges is managing birds during hot and humid conditions. While broilers are bred for rapid growth, their ability to regulate body temperature is limited, making them vulnerable to heat stress. This article explores how high temperatures and humidity impact broilers, the consequences for farmers,...
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Maria Fernandez Cuadrado (University of Arkansas) speaks about her research Impact of heat stress on hepatic lipogenesis in broilers: a comparison of low- and high-water efficient lines, presented at the IPSF 2025...
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Jonathan Cade, President of Hy-Line International, discusses his new role as Chairman of the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, the organization's key initiatives, and the industry's challenges....
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In today's competitive poultry industry, optimizing bird performance is essential for maximizing productivity and maintaining a healthy flock. This webinar will explore science-based strategies to enhance efficiency, improve overall...
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Annie Kneedler (Chief of Party – USAID TRANSFORM at Cargill) comments on the TRANSFORM project activities and how to improve animal health through global collaboration, in this Engormix interview....
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Anke Förster (Agri Advanced Technologies) explains how to detect the sex of the developing embryo through hyperspectral imaging, in this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA....
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Jörg Hurlin (Agri Advanced Technologies) discusses their specialized systems for hatching egg sanitation, in-ovo sexing, and breeder sorting in this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA....
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Mike Petrik (Petrik Veterinary Consultants) discusses four in-ovo sexing technologies and their differences in this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA....
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Angela Guaiume (Cargill) explains the benefits and impact of this technology on egg production and persistency of lay, in this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA....
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