Pre-processing handling, the management of birds during the last 24 hours prior to slaughter, is a vital step in preparing for broiler meat processing. In this final stage of the broiler management cycle, the procedures put in place (feed withdrawal, catching, transportatio… Read more
Footpad dermatitis (FPD) is receiving increasing attention in the broiler industry. Footpad dermatitis affects animal welfare and farmer income, and in the future it is likely to have increasing importance in terms of legislation.This article has been written specifically fo… Read more
The aim of this poster is to provide information on areas of key management considerations for broiler breeders, with specific reference to the physiological changes occurring during the first 30 weeks and how these physiological change influence how breeders should be manag… Read more
This article has been written specifically for poultry producers in Latin America. However, the recommendations given are expected to be useful and informative for other world regions. The aim of this article is to provide information on areas for consideration/action if a f… Read more
Traditionally, it has been assumed that using long daylengths for broilers will maximize growth rate; however, recent research examining the relationship between daylength and a range of characteristics in commercial broilers has shown that this is not always correct. This d… Read more
Pododermatitis or foot pad dermatitis (FPD) is a type of contact dermatitis which primarily affects the foot pad of the feet and the skin on the hock joint. Read more
Traditionally, it has been assumed that using long daylengths for broilers will maximize growth rate. However, recent research examining the relationship between daylength and a range of characteristics in commercial broilers has shown that this is not always correct. This d… Read more