Technical Focus

Technical Focus features individual aspects of poultry management from breeding stock and hatcheries through to broilers and processing.

Minimizing Floor AND Slat Egg Problems

by Pete Sbanotto

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Importance of Minimum Ventilation

by Robert Barnwell, Matthew Wilson

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Re-Inventing Biosecurity

by Leonard W. Fussell D.V.M., M.A.M. Dipl. A.C.P.V., Kate Barger D.V.M., Scott Gustin D.V.M., M.A.M., Algis Martinez D.V.M.,Dipl. A.C.P.V.

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Commercial Yield Testing

by Jay Hughes - Product Manager

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Lighting Programs and Cobb 500 Broiler Performance

by Matthew Wilson, Dr. Leonard Fussell, and Dr. Aldo Rossi

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Caloric Value of Pelleting

by Matthew Wilson, Dr. Leonard Fussell, and Dr. Aldo Rossi

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Importance of embryodiagnosis

Scott Martin.

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Maximizing performance during hot weather

Robert Barnwell and Dr Aldo Rossi.

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Principles of Photoperiod Management in Female Broiler Breeders

by Dr. Frank E. Robinson and Dr. Robert A. Renema. Discusses basic concepts of broiler breeder reproduction as it relates to light management.

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Nutritional Therapies to Optimize Poultry Production during High Humidity and Ambient Temperature Exposure

by Chet Wiernusz, Ph. D., Technical Service. Optimal production during periods of heat stress requires good overall management that includes management of environmental control equipment, feed ration and drinking water.

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An Overview of Myeloid Leukosis in Meat-type Chickens

by Guilermo Zavala, DVM, MAM, Dipl. ACPV, originally published by the Department of Avian Medicine, University of Georgia. Provides an overview of ML, challenges the poultry industry will have to face in the future and managing populations that are at risk.

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Evaporative Cooling Systems – Understanding and Maximizing Summer Ventilation

by Robert Barnwell. Proper ventilation during the summer months can help ease the stress on your birds and can help maintain good production levels.

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Trouble Shooting Breeder Hen Performance

by Jerry Moye. Proper record keeping and regular evaluation of breeder data can help you to discover areas of opportunity in your management program.

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The First Two Weeks: A Critical Time

by Dr. Gordon Miller, Tyson Foods, Inc. Proper set up and monitoring of chicken house equipment can help eliminate stress during the first two weeks.

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Fine-Tuning the Breeder Male

by Jerry Moye. Provides management techniques at each stage of the male’s development to ensure a successful male rearing program.

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Producing a Quality Broiler: A Primary Breeder’s Perspective

by Dr. John Hardiman. A primary breeder must be diligent in identifying the characteristics of greatest economic importance, finding methods of selecting for these traits, using modern pedigree procedures, setting progress goals, evaluating field broiler performance and investing in research lines.

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