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Enrichment possibilities vary widely, adding platforms and ramps keeps the birds mobile. Photo: Jan Willem Schouten
14-02-2024 | Article

Pros and cons of pen enrichment for broilers

Antimicrobial use was significantly lower in on-farm hatched flocks with more antimicrobial free flocks.
05-02-2024 | Article

On-farm hatching leads to significantly lower antimicrobial use

Lead author Dr Steven Fiddaman at the University of Oxford: “Our findings not only unravel the evolutionary history of Marek’s Disease Virus but also provide a foundation for enhancing our current understanding of pathogen virulence.". Photo: Canva
28-12-2023 | News

The evolution of Marek’s Disease – the virus has become more deadly

Getting fast-growing broilers on their feet for some exercise could be beneficial for meat quality and a reduction in muscle myopathies.
27-10-2023 | Article

Laser enrichment reduces muscle damage in fast-growing broilers

Photo: Canva
13-10-2023 | Article

Scientists claim gene editing breakthrough in bird flu fight

Studies looked at the antimicrobial and immune stimulatory effect of 5 herbs, including rosemary. Photo: Canva
06-10-2023 | News

Exploring natural poultry feed additives in the horn of Africa

If not managed, selection for increased growth rate and appetite can result in excessive body weight which interferes with natural mating in broiler breeders. Photo: Henk Riswick
11-08-2023 | Article

Genetic selection of poultry needs constant attention

Lines that have not been used for many years have recently been cryopreserved and are now only available as cryopreserved genetic material. Photo: Freepik
07-07-2023 | News

Progress in cryopreservation of chicken genetic resources

The new poultry research centre will aim to advance research and innovation in the poultry sector. Photo: Ronald Hisink
16-05-2023 | News

New poultry research centre in Ontario, Canada

Feeding larger particle size soybean meal increased gizzard size which improved growth performance and also enhanced the availability and digestibility of phosphorus.
24-03-2023 | Article

Importance of soybean meal particle size in poultry feed