The cyclic up-and-down temperatures associated with spring and fall are challenging for Mississippi poultry growers. Nighttime temperatures in the 35–40 °F range mean winter isn’t over just yet, but afternoon temperatures near
70–75 °F indicate that summer is fast approaching....
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Turkey Type
The first thing to consider is the type of turkeys in question. If they are a broad-breasted type, forget it. These industrial size turkeys are designed to produce lots of meat. As a result of their...
I have spent my career as a scientist. In elementary school, we are taught the scientific process of Question, Research, Hypothesis, Experiment, Data Analysis, Conclusion, and Communication. There is some variation on this and of course a long version...
Broiler breeder genetics are constantly changing as the poultry industry continues to shift more to processed items to meet increasing consumer demands for these products. Strains with the potential for high breast-meat yield in a feed-efficient manner now have...
Did you know that “pecking order” is more than just an expression? Chickens and other types of poultry develop a social hierarchy within the flock; it is called the pecking order. Feather pecking is a way to express dominance...
We often talk about live animals, people and vehicles as being the highest risk for introducing disease to a farm operation. But what about smart phones as a fomite? Scientists at the University of Arizona found that smartphones had...
Salmonella enterica is linked to a number of human illnesses every year, with a proportion of cases linked to poultry consumption. Considering the public health risk Salmonella poses, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) recently began to...
Poultry farmers are always busy — and you may be struggling to find the time to create a plan to ensure your business continues to thrive after your retirement. How can you create a succession plan to help your...
Food and politics seem to be tightly linked. Food brings out the commercial interest of many political groups, and it kind of drives me nuts. There are always huge debates on dietary advice: eat meat, don’t eat meat, drink...
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Egg whites may be whipped to as much as eight times their original volume. Whipping not only adds air to the whites but causes the proteins to bond, giving strength to the foam. These few tips on...
