International Hatchery Practice

How do leading companies manage the complex logistics of hatchery transport? In International Hatchery Practice (39.2), we spotlight transportation and logistics, an essential but often overlooked part of successful poultry production. This feature includes expert insights from: Intradco Global - Transporting live cargo and tailored solutions Cobb - The business of getting chicks around the globe Giordano Global - A fundamental process in poultry production Vencomatic Group - The perfect combination for precious cargo These articles explore tailored logistics, global chick delivery, container innovations, and egg-handling systems, all supporting the health and welfare of day-old chicks during transport. - Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e-EmQti3 - #PoultryLogistics #AnimalTransport #DayOldChicks #PoultryPorduction #InternationalHatcheryPractice

Looking for technical, practical insights on hatchery management and performance? Explore our Hatchery Insights page, a dedicated library of expert articles from International Hatchery Practice. From incubation and chick quality to hygiene and transport, you'll find in-depth content tailored for hatchery professionals worldwide. This week, we're shining a spotlight on incubation, a vital stage that influences chick health, hatchability, and overall production success. Just search "incubation" on the page and start to explore expert led articles covering the latest trends, best practices, and innovations. - Start reading now: https://lnkd.in/dXcdNmJn - #HatcheryManagement #Incubation #HatcheryInsights #PoultryProduction #ChickQuality #ExpertInsights #InternationalHatcheryPractice

Broodiness in female turkeys can present a real challenge for commercial production, but it doesn't have to. In the latest issue of International Hatchery Practice (39.2), Aviagen Turkeys look at how broodiness develops, why it impacts productivity, and most importantly, how it can be identified and managed on-farm. From early recognition to practical management strategies, this article provides valuable insight for anyone involved in turkey breeding and production. - Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eEag-KNC - Have you encountered issues with broodiness in your flock? What management techniques have worked for you? #TurkeyProduction #Broodiness #PoultryWelfare #HatcheryPractice #PoultryManagement #InternationalHatcheryPractice

𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🌍 Recently featured in International Hatchery Practice, Vincent Fevrier, our Commercial Lead for EMEA, shared how AI is reshaping hatchery operations. With demand rising and skilled labor in short supply, hatcheries are under pressure to scale with consistency, speed, and care. Automation is no longer optional—it’s essential. At the same time, more producers are adopting separate rearing strategies to improve feed conversion, flock uniformity, and processing yields. But making it work depends on fast, accurate bird identification—starting at the hatchery. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧™ 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬: • Enhanced animal care—less invasive and minimal handling • Fully automated feather-sexing, from start to finish • Modular, compact design that fits any hatchery layout • Processes up to 160,000 chicks/hour with over 97% accuracy 🔗 Learn more at www.targan.com/WingScan 📄 Read Vincent’s full perspective in the article below. WingScan is now available across Europe, with installs starting soon in Spain, Poland, and Italy.

Optimising breeder nutrition for modern layers and breeders. With genetic advancements, modern laying hens and breeders have higher potential than ever before, but are their nutritional needs being met? In International Hatchery Practice (39.2), Vitor Arantes from Hy-Line International explores how optimising breeder nutrition can support egg production, fertility, and chick quality. From balancing energy and protein levels to ensuring adequate vitamin and mineral intake, every aspect of nutrition plays a role in maximising breeder performance and long-term flock health. Understanding these evolving requirements is key to unlocking the full potential of modern genetics. - Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eCGi2-vz - How do you think breeder nutrition strategies should adapt to keep pace with genetic progress? What are the biggest challenges in optimising nutrition for breeders? #PoultryNutrition #BreederManagement #LayingHens #PoultryIndustry #PoultryScience #InternationalHatcheryPractice

International Hatchery Practice (39.2) is out now! With a #NestBorn chick on the cover, thank you Agriinsight Publications Ltd. This image says is all in term of #OptimalChickWelfare: 🥚 unforced hatching in a broiler barn - free from any hatchery handling 🐣 free of chick transport 🐥 direct & uninterrupted access to feed, water and light 🐤 unlimited access to full barn space after hatching This future-proof hatching of broilers also translates in better health status of the chicks & birds (#ZeroAntibiotics) and #OptimalBroilerPerformance. Also check out inside the magazine the story of the adoption by Perdue Foods of the NestBorn #OnFarmHatching concept. For more information : info@nestborn.eu or www.nestborn.eu

When shipping Cobb day-old chicks, welfare is a top priority. The team follows strict biosecurity protocols and works carefully to meet the requirements of each country. ✈️ Read more on page 14: https://loom.ly/lDW10c8 Agriinsight Publications Ltd

International Hatchery Practice (39.2) is out now! This issue looks into optimising breeder nutrition for modern laying hens and breeders, along with strategies for identifying and managing broodiness in female turkeys. We also feature a case study on a new hatchery line at a farming group in Ukraine and another on the on-farm hatching of day-old chicks in broiler barns. Our insights into feature takes a closer look at transportation and logistics solutions for hatcheries. - Don't miss out on the latest innovations and best practices in hatchery management. Subscribe today: https://lnkd.in/eijnhQUt - #Hatchery #PoultryFarming #Breeders #InternationalHatcheryPractice #PoultryIndustry

Insights into Pathogens & Contaminate Control Pathogen and contaminate control is a critical factor in hatchery and poultry farm management. In International Hatchery Practice (39.1), leading companies share their expertise on the latest innovations in biosecurity, vaccination, and feed safety to help producers enhance efficiency and bird health. From UV disinfection and feed pathogen mitigation to next-generation vaccines and environmental monitoring, this feature explores solutions shaping the future of poultry production. - Read the full feature here: https://lnkd.in/enTKccmy - This issue features solutions from: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft - Exploring UV disinfection as an alternative to antibiotics Naewoi Korea Co Ltd - Vaccine spray innovation for poultry health Perstorp Group - Leading the way in feed pathogen mitigation Boehringer Ingelheim - Next generation poultry vaccine in India BioOx - Introducing a first-of-its-kind Bio-Reactor Hygiena - Advancing environmental monitoring with a real-world case study DuraPlas - Simplifying sustainable hatchery practices HIPRA - Revolutionising vaccination planning for poultry farms These expert insights highlight the latest advancements in biosecurity and disease prevention. #HatcheryManagement #PathogenControl #Biosecurity #PoultryHealth

Managing feed inputs with innovative solutions! With rising feed costs and increasing pressure on efficiency, poultry producers need smarter strategies to optimise feed inputs without compromising performance. From alternative raw materials to precision nutrition, innovation is key to ensuring profitability and sustainability. In this article, Vahid Khaksar, PhD from ADM Animal Nutrition explores cutting edge feed solutions that help hatcheries and poultry farms maximise efficiency. Published in International Hatchery Practice 39.1, this article explores practical approaches for improving feed utilisation. - Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eyJYu3-N - What innovative strategies are you using to manage feed inputs? Let's discuss in the comments! #Poultry #AnimalNutrition #FeedEfficiency #Hatchery #PoultryFraming