by Nicolas Peigner | Oct 31, 2025 | Biosecurity, Breeding management
The immune system of a newly hatched chick is only partially mature. Consequently, the chick cannot provide full protection against pathogens when it first encounters the external environment after hatching (Fred Davison et al., 2008). Brooding conditions during this...
by Maëva | Aug 1, 2024 | Biosecurity, Breeding management, Nutrition
Water is an important nutrient, as its intake is significantly higher than feeds (around 1.7 times in temperate climate, 3 times or more sometimes in tropical weather). Therefore, water is the first intake for a chicken. Water must be always clean, clear, fresh,...
by Maëva | Dec 3, 2022 | Breeding management
A major aspect of achieving successful layer flocks is ensuring good pullet quality. During the rearing period, close attention must be paid to flock growth and preparation for laying in line with the following considerations: BIOSECURITY OF LIVESTOCK Biosecurity is...
by Maëva | Sep 19, 2022 | Breeding management
Floor eggs can be a serious issue in modern layers breeder production. These eggs are more likely to be contaminated, it will result in: A decrease of hatchabilityRisk of contamination in the hatchery And increase the likelihood of chick omphalitis. In this artcile,...
by Maëva | Apr 22, 2022 | Biosecurity, Breeding management
FROM DISINFECTION OF THE VEHICLE ENTERING THE SITE TO VACCINATION AND RODENT AND FUNGUS CONTROL, FOLLOW THESE FOUR STEPS TO ENSURE BIOSECURITY ON YOUR FARM. HOW TO KEEP HEALTHY LAYERS Reduce exposure to avian diseases and pathogens within the flock. Reduce the...
