breeding

Researchers captured essential performance data on a daily basis to be able to compare conventional hatching with systems that provide access to feed and water. Photo: Roos Molenaar
17-05-2022 | Article

Birds benefit from early access to feed and water

By using genomics, a breeder knows what the genetic makeup of a duckling is one day after hatch. Photo: Penn communicatie
01-03-2022 | Article

Accelerating the genetic selection in ducks

Neurobiological mechanisms for measuring day length regulate reproduction in turkeys and provide a seasonal window when the bird can reproduce. Photo: Bert Jansen
08-09-2021 | Article

Boosting turkey reproductive output

Russia wants to up its hatching egg production and is now planning to reimburse 20 percent of investments in the sector. Photo: Bert Jansen
07-09-2021 | News

Russia introduces major state aid for breeding farms

In this study four nest box designs were offered in a relative preference test. We used a plastic control nest, a plastic nest with a partition to divide the nest into two areas offering some seclusion, a plastic nest with a ventilator underneath to create air flow inside the nest to mimic a drafty nest, and a wooden nest. Photo: Anne van den Oever
04-08-2021 | Article

Broiler breeders prefer wooden nests

Based on the success of the field trials, Smena-9 is attracting a lot of attention from Russian producers. Photo: Vladislav Vorotnikov
28-07-2021 | Article

Russia places hope in own broiler breeding stock

Based on the success of the field trials, Smena-9 is attracting a lot of attention from Russian producers. Photo: Vladislav Vorotnikov
28-07-2021 | Article

Russia places hope on Smena-9 breeders

From its humble beginnings, Hubbard grew to a worldwide company. Photo: Hubbard
12-02-2021 | News

Hubbard marks 100 year anniversary

Photo: Bart Nijs Fotografie
13-11-2020 | News

Uzbekistan ups production of hatching eggs

When the birds have a longer feeder length available, there is less competition and the plumage is better. Photo: Wageningen Livestock Research
15-10-2020 | Article

Longer feeders lead to better plumage