Addressing seasonal effect on slower growing chickens

09-10-2019 | | |
Photo: Hubbard
Photo: Hubbard
Slower growing broilers tend to adjust their feed intake according to environmental temperature, more than faster growing broilers. To meet standard carcass weights demanded by processors, producers of slower growing birds need to be sharp, especially during hot days in summer. In several countries increased market demand for slower growing chickens has changed the landscape of the broiler industry over the last few years. Also, for these markets retailers require standardised carcasses and cut


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Claude Toudic EMEA Technical Manager, Hubbard