The latest edition of Poultry World is now available online. This edition delves into a groundbreaking on-farm broiler breeder study that reveals a higher profitability with fewer males. Additionally, we explore Ukraine’s search for new export opportunities amidst ongoing challenges and consider whether regionalisation can mitigate trade disruptions. Read on for these insights and more!
Interview: “Speaking Up for the People Who Are Making Our Food”
Anne-Marie Neeteson-van Nieuwenhoven, raised in a rural community in the Netherlands, shares her inspiring journey in the animal sector. “Speaking up for the people who are involved in making our food has kept me going all these years,” she reflects. Join us as she reminisces on her impactful career shortly before retirement.
Ukrainian Poultry Industry at a Turning Point
With hopes for a peace agreement with Russia fading and the EU’s preferential trade regime expiring, Ukraine’s poultry industry faces significant hurdles. Farmers are urgently seeking alternative markets for their substantial quantities of broiler meat and processed egg products to avoid a looming oversupply crisis.
The Role of Nutrition in Chicken Gut Function
Understanding the gastrointestinal tract of chickens is pivotal in optimising their health and productivity. This article explores the key sections of the gut—from mouth to vent—and discusses how targeted nutritional programs can enhance gut health and overall performance.
Egg Collection and Quality in Breeding Ducks
Egg collection is more than a mere routine; it significantly impacts the quality of eggs, their incubation process, and ultimately, the quality of the ducklings produced. Every detail during this critical stage matters.
Optimising Hen Diets with Split Feeding
Conventional feeding systems for laying hens often lead to excessive intake of key nutrients like calcium. Split feeding, which allows for different feed types at specific times, better aligns with hens’ metabolic needs. Recent studies demonstrate the positive impacts of split feeding on growth, egg production, and environmental sustainability.
Fewer Males, Higher Profitability
Recent research from Wageningen Livestock Research indicates that a reduced percentage of males in broiler breeding not only enhances mating behavior and feather cover but also boosts profitability without compromising reproductive outcomes.
Regionalisation: A Solution for Trade Disruptions
The ongoing global crisis due to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) continues to affect poultry supply chains. This article evaluates regionalisation as a potential strategy to protect the global poultry trade from future disruptions.
Column: The Drug That Changes Everything
The emergence of GLP-1 inhibitors like Ozempic, which significantly reduce appetite, poses substantial challenges and opportunities for the livestock feed and additives market, as discussed by Aidan Connolly, president of AgriTech Capital LLC.
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