The latest edition of Poultry World is now available online. This edition features a profile on a former investment banker who has transitioned into a successful farming business in Scotland. The chairman of the Dutch Poultry Centre shares insights into the organization’s past and future, while a pressing call for global action is made to safeguard the poultry industry against avian influenza. Discover these stories and more in the current online edition.
WOAH Urges Coordinated Global Action on Poultry Vaccination
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has released its inaugural State of the World’s Animal Health report, emphasizing vaccination as a fundamental strategy to combat transboundary diseases, including high pathogenicity avian influenza.
Expert Opinion: Avian Influenza, A Global Threat to All
Leading Dutch researchers are pioneering trials for an avian influenza vaccine. Significant resources have been dedicated to vaccinating test groups while maintaining the export status of poultry products, a delicate balance considering the widespread stigma against vaccination in the trade of poultry. “Decisive action is needed globally to protect our industry from avian influenza,” states expert Fabian Brockötter.
Interview: Collaborating to Maintain the Netherlands as a Leading Poultry Nation
The Dutch Poultry Centre has celebrated its two-decade milestone. In a recent interview with Poultry World, chairman Jan Wolleswinkel reflects on its journey and shares his vision for the future of the organization and the Dutch poultry sector.
From Banker to Successful Farmer in Scotland
The influx of investment from tech and finance into agriculture is increasingly noticeable. Former banker Jimmy Smith has embraced an agricultural lifestyle, managing an expansive arable farm and a growing flock of layers, expressing enthusiasm about the sector’s returns and his new way of life.
The Bigger Picture: Welfare Comes at a Cost
A recent study has illuminated challenges hindering the UK poultry industry’s adoption of higher welfare standards.
From Cage to Cage: The Evolution of Poultry Farming in Indonesia
Poultry farming in Indonesia is undergoing a transformation. As farmers focus on efficiency and consumer trends, traditional caged housing is viewed as a barrier to sustainable egg production, prompting shifts to aviary systems and increased investments in broiler cages.
New Insights into Insect Vectors Causing Histomoniasis
Recent research conducted around broiler breeder pullet farms has identified new insect vectors potentially responsible for spreading Histomonas meleagridis, the protozoan causing histomoniasis, indicating a substantial need for monitoring.
Enhancing Layer Productivity in Hot Climates
Rising temperatures pose significant challenges to poultry performance and profitability, especially with recent years being the warmest on record. Heat stress negatively impacts laying hens by reducing feed intake, diminishing egg production, and increasing mortality rates. Solutions like adding organic acids to drinking water can mitigate these effects.
Preventing Economic Losses in Feed
The high cost of poultry feed underlines the importance of efficient feed utilization. Minimizing waste and maximizing the efficacy of both broiler and layer feeds is crucial for maintaining the profitability of poultry operations.
Future-Proofing Poultry: Insights from the Industry
The theme of EW Nutrition’s recent two-day event in Berlin was ‘A Realistic Look at the Future of Poultry Production – From the Egg to the Slaughterhouse’. In this collaborative gathering, industry experts dissected innovations aimed at promoting sustainability across the poultry value chain.
The Hunger Debate: A Critical Examination
Columnist Rick van Emous, a senior researcher at Wageningen University, reflects on the contentious relationship between advancing broiler breeding practices and perceived hunger issues, challenging existing assumptions in poultry production.
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