Vigorous males ensure fertile flocks

Flock fertility usually is primarily attributed to the females. However, the male side is as important, if not even more so. Many aspects therefore must be considered and great attention is required for male management. Focusing on what is actually happening and why, and evaluating the elements that can be changed for the better, will help to greatly improve fertility and subsequent hatchability. By Dr Keith Bramwell , Department of Poultry Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AK, USA