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Breeding & Genetics

Integrators adjust hatchery outflows to limit growth

Domestic integrators faced unprecedented challenges in 2020 which led them to dial back egg sets and chick placements.

The average number of chicks hatched per broiler-type layer in 2020 was at its lowest point since 2003.

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Breeding & Genetics

First chicken hatchery in Oman ready to start production

By mid-January of 2021, the Osool Poultry Company of the Sultanate of Oman is scheduled to start production of hatching eggs. The first chicken hatchery in the country, it aims to help raise food security, and reduce reliance on imports.

Breeding & Genetics

Hendrix Genetics appoints Jolanda van Haarlem as future CEO

Hendrix Genetics, a global multi-species animal genetics company, has appointed Jolanda van Haarlem to become the company’s next chief executive officer (CEO).

Jolanda van Haarlem (Hendrix Genetics)

Broilers & Turkeys

Royal Pas Reform appoints Paul Smits as new CEO

Royal Pas Reform appointed Paul Smits as the company’s new CEO. Smits’ most recent experience was as the vice president and managing director of the Instruments and Controls Group (ICG) of CTB.

Royal Pas Reform has appointed Paul Smits as its CEO. (Pas Reform)

Breeding & Genetics

Cobb Hatchery publishes new management guide

New Cobb Hatchery Management Guide provides customers with latest tools and recommendations.

Broilers & Turkeys

Aviagen expands operations in United States

Aviagen hosted a grand opening event at its campus in Elkmont, Alabama, on November 5. The occasion marked the completion of a new Veterinary Services building, along with the expansion of the facility’s existing diagnostic laboratory, which was highlighted with a tour of the lab’s innovative features.

Aviagen is expanding its U.S. operations with the addition of the Veterinary Services building and the expansion of its diagnostics laboratory in Elkmont, Alabama. (Aviagen)

Broilers & Turkeys

VIDEO: Hatchery output creates uncertain picture for 2021

The poultry industry is ready to grow its output when the economic conditions improve, according to observations of hatchery performance.

Poultry industry analyst Mark Jordan offers his insights on recent issues impacting the U.S. poultry sector. (Photo courtesy of Mark Jordan)

Breeding & Genetics

14 biosecurity steps for parent stock and broiler flocks

Learn the basic biosecurity measures that broiler farm staff must follow to minimize the introduction of disease into flocks

Use dedicated footwear at each house and change footwear before entering the house to visit flocks. | Cobb-Vantress, Inc.

Broilers & Turkeys

Bell & Evans expanding capacity at hatchery

Three years after opening its $40 million, organic certified, animal-welfare-focused chicken hatchery, Bell & Evans is now adding hatching capabilities to maximize capacity in preparation for the company’s upcoming growth.

Bell & Evans is expanding its hatchery in Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania. (Bell & Evans)

Broilers & Turkeys

Don’t overlook these areas of hatchery hygiene

Stringent hygiene in the hatchery can help minimize contaminations and maximize the quality of your chicks, said Eddy Van Lierde, Aviagen hatchery specialist.

Broilers & Turkeys

Pas Reform CEO Harm Langen resigns

Royal Pas Reform CEO Harm Langen will be leaving the company, effective October 1, 2020. The search for his successor is underway.

Will a new broiler welfare report move the needle?

Will a new report on animal welfare make a difference in the minds of the average American shopper and the decision makers at major chicken buyers?

(Cobb-Vantress Inc.)

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