by Sylvie Carriere | Oct 15, 2026 | Breeding management, Innovation, R&D
Egg weight is a key criterion in table egg production. It directly determines the commercial egg size and reflects market expectations, which can vary significantly from one market to another. At the beginning of laying, eggs are smaller and their weight gradually...
by Sylvie Carriere | Jun 29, 2026 | Innovation, Production, R&D
Eggshell color is a major egg quality criterion and an important trait in Novogen’s breeding program. An objective and individual measurement provides a valuable tool for our selection program. The aim is to accurately quantify color differences between eggs...
by Nicolas Peigner | Apr 3, 2026 | Innovation, Production, R&D
Eggshell color is one of the most visible characteristics of an egg and an important criterion for consumers. From pure white to dark brown, and including blue or green, this diversity of colors fascinates both consumers and professionals in the poultry industry. In...
by Maëva | Nov 5, 2021 | Innovation, R&D
Due to attitude changes in Europe a few decades ago that have since spread to numerous countries including the United States, Australia, New Zealand and many others, consumer expectations regarding animal welfare in farming are everincreasing. What this means is that...
by Maëva | Nov 5, 2021 | Innovation, R&D
Annual genetic progress is the key success factor of any primary breeding company. Several levers exist to achieve optimal progress while maintaining a low level of inbreeding. They are expressed in the following formulas: Selection intensity (i): The advantage of the...
