Effective hatchery and breeder management is critical for successful poultry operations. USPOULTRY’s 2024 Hatchery-Breeder Clinic aims to equip hatchery and breeder managers with the latest technology, equipment and management techniques. This year's program, curated by hatchery-breeder specialists, provides tools to enhance performance and quality in hatchery and breeder operations. The clinic will be held on July 9-10 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown in Nashville, Tennessee.
"Breeder and hatchery operations constantly strive to improve performance. This year’s Hatchery-Breeder Clinic will cover topics such as Hatchery Automation / Ergonomics, Robots in the Hatchery, Bridging the Communication Gap Between Breeders and Hatcheries, Pullet Uniformity, Hatchery QA Programs, Data Utilization, and more," said Ashley McGovern, hatchery manager at Pilgrim’s and program committee chair.
Other key topics include:
- Maximizing Hatch of Fertile Eggs
- Managing Chick Quality in Multi- and Single-Stage Incubation
- Managing Through Disease Challenges: Current Disease Update, Sanitation for Disease Control in the Hatchery, and Managing Biosecurity for Today’s Challenges
- Male Management / Hatchability
- Bed Bugs in Hen Houses
- Field Diagnostics: Diagnosing Necropsy
The 2024 USPOULTRY Hatchery-Breeder Clinic planning committee members are:
- Justin Burrow, Peco Foods, Inc.
- Alicia Hill, Tyson Foods, Inc.
- Jason Maynard, Wayne-Sanderson Farms
- Ashley McGovern, Pilgrim’s (Chair)
- Stephanie Smith, Peco Foods, Inc.
This clinic is an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge and network with industry colleagues. To register, reserve your room, and view the full agenda for the USPOULTRY 2024 Hatchery-Breeder Clinic, click here or visit the USPOULTRY website.
