Maintaining production in mature layers

05-08-2016 | | |
Researchers at Olsztyn University measured 6 main performance parameters in Lohmann Brown layers. <em>Photo: Ronald Hissink</em>
Researchers at Olsztyn University measured 6 main performance parameters in Lohmann Brown layers. Photo: Ronald Hissink
There is considerable economic interest to maintain production in mature layers. This has traditionally been accomplished by induced moulting, a practice not free from welfare concerns. Feeding a probiotic is a tool to maintain production in mature layers, without moulting. To be economically successful mature layers need high performance parameters with a laying percentage of 80% or higher, a feed conversion rate lower than The ability of the probiotic Clostat to maintain productivity in m


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