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From left: Curt Kiser, Aviagen Live Production Manager; De Wet Nortje, Aviagen General Manager, Higher Generation Production; Jan Henriksen, CEO, Aviagen Broiler Breeder Group; Congressman John Rose, Tenn. 6th District; Grant Mason, Aviagen Program Geneticist; Andy Goldman, Aviagen Vice...
Pioneering global research innovation center will transform product development and deliver on customer needs through high-volume, high-quality data Cobb is revolutionizing how it develops and brings broiler breeder products to market using scale and technology to yield comprehensive, accurate performance...
 Poultry genetics is a fascinating field that has significantly contributed to agriculture and shown a lot of potential. Every year, breakthroughs in poultry genetics technologies emerge – one such major development has been our ability to investigate the genetics...
Source: Reuters Every year, egg farmers kill 7 billion day-old male chicks because they cannot grow up to lay eggs and are the wrong breed for meat. A laboratory in Israel has a solution: what if the male eggs don't...
For decades, Siegel’s insights on chicken genetics have shaped the poultry industry’s understanding of the biological effects of breeding for desirable traits. But before the international collaborations, the formation of his research group, and getting his doctoral, master’s, and...
Cobb-Vantress, a leading global poultry genetics company, announces the appointment of Roy Mutimer to VP EMEA and Asia-Pacific, effective May 1. “In this critical role for Cobb, Roy brings previous experience leading this integral part of our business,” said Joyce...
New animation illustrates how balanced breeding contributions over the past 20years serve to protect the planet for future generations. Through balanced breeding and innovation, Aviagen® has delivered improved productivity and sustainability to the broiler industry and is committed to continue...
Scholarship reflects Aviagen/CPRC shared commitment to future industry talent Congratulations to University of Alberta  graduate student Jo Ann Chew, the 2022 Aviagen® Poultry Genetics Scholarship  winner. The scholarship is part of Aviagen’s yearly contribution to the work of the  Canadian...
Abstract Poultry genetics resources, including commercial selected lines, indigenous breeds, and experimental lines, are now being irreversibly lost at an alarming rate due to multiple reasons, which further threats the future livelihood and academic purpose. Collections of germplasm may reduce...
Artificial insemination is a routine practice in the turkey breeder industry. To be successful it requires more than just raising high quality birds. Limiting stress when handling by having trained, competent staff and good animal welfare standards is key. Experienced...
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