Even me I can imagine storing the eggs my chicken are laying to the 3rd generation. Great great grandkid. But it doesn’t sound bird either because I intend to die at 120 quietly in my sleep. Anyways enough of the banter. Century eggs are a traditional Asian dish featuring eggs that have been preserved for…
Enzymes play a crucial role in the poultry industry by enhancing the nutritional value and digestibility of feed for birds. They are widely used as feed additives to improve overall poultry health, growth, and performance. Here are some key enzymes used in poultry diets and their roles: 1. Phytase: Phytate is an anti-nutritional factor found…
When conducting tests for analyzing whole feed samples (broilers or laying hens) using the NIR device, please pay attention to the values given by the device, which do not include the percentages of nutrients obtained by calculating the value of the matrix or what we call the Matrix Value as a result of adding enzymes….
Calcium propionate is a safe and reliable food and feed additive. The calcium ions and propionic acid generated by calcium propionate hydrolysis are the basic components in the rumen of dairy cows. The application of calcium propionate in dairy cows is summarized in Figure 1 . Calcium propionate can be used as a silage additive…
Minimizing early mortality of eggs in a poultry hatchery is crucial for the successful hatching and production of healthy chicks. Here are some key measures we can take to reduce early mortality- Egg selection: Implement a strict egg selection process to ensure only clean, properly formed, and fertile eggs are set for incubation. Discard any…
The DDGS from different sources like corn, rice, wheat, sorghum are highly useful for livestock and poultry. a) Among that Corn DDGS is an excellent feed ingredient for use in layer, broiler, duck and turkey diets and contains approximately 85% of the energy value in corn, has moderate levels of protein and essential amino acids,…
✔️ High level of salt or pH of poultry feed or water consumption. ✔️ Consumption of low quality or rotten fats in feed. ✔️ Consumption of burnt soybean meal. ✔️ The presence of anti-nutritional factors such as tannins and biogenic amines in grains due to the consumption of low-quality grains or the activity of bacteria…
Vitamins play a crucial role in poultry feed as they are essential for the growth, development, and overall health of poultry birds. Here are some important roles of vitamins in poultry feed: 1. Growth and development: Vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E, are involved in the growth and development of poultry…
Poultry is one of the fastest growing segments of agricultural sector in India with an average growth rate of 8 to 15% per annum. India’s poultry industry has transformed from a mere backyard activity into a major commercial activity. As per economic survey 2021-22, India is now ranking third in egg production and eighth in…
Here are some steps to help you get started: Research and planning:Learn about the poultry industry, different types of poultry farms (layers, broilers, or a combination), market demand, and potential challenges.Develop a comprehensive business plan that includes your goals, financial projections, marketing strategy, and operational details. Choose the type of poultry farm:Decide whether you want…
