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The following is a list of recent technical articles which have appeared in poultry trade publications. To view the article just click on the title. Please contact us if you would like further information.

2004
Date Publication Title
Dec Poultry World Good Management Starts with Ventilation
As winter approaches, the change in season brings unpredictable weather and the prospect of more difficult growing conditions.
Nov Asian Poultry The Optimum Environment for the Modern Broiler
Michael Garden explains tunnel ventilation, especially the concept of 'wind chill' or perceived temperature that the bird can actually 'feel' through the growing period.
Oct International Poultry Production What protein levels will maximise margin?
When raw materials prices increase it is tempting to consider controlling the cost of the finished feed by reducing nutrient levels in the diet. This article explores the effect of reducing protein levels to control feed cost on biological and financial performance.
Sep Asian Poultry Hot weather broiler and breeder management
The use of tunnel ventilation and evapourative cooling systems are now critical to optimizing bird performance of both breeders and broilers in hot climates.
Sep poultry World Feeding for profit - not cost
Broiler compound feed prices have fluctuated considerably over the last few months as the price of wheat and soya has fluctuated. When raw materials prices increase it is tempting to reduce the cost of the finished feed by decreasing nutrient levels.
July poultry World Feed for Profit not for Cost
Many years of selection of the Aviagen pedigree lines for growth, leg strength, metabolic fitness and breast meat yield have produced Ross broilers which are very responsive to dietary protein.
June Poultry World Growing Broilers Profitably
With the continuing financial pressures in the UK industry, maximising economic return and profit is a considerable challenge for the broiler grower.
May Poultry Middle East Hot Weather Broiler and Breeder Management
Ian Cockshott, Technical Service Manager for Ross in the Middle East & Africa looks at practical ways to manage stock in hot weather
May Poultry World Management of Egg Size, Egg Handling and Egg Storage
Due to emphasis placed on early broiler growth rates, over the next 6-12 months, we can anticipate a small increase in egg size in Ross 308 Parent Stock; though not a major increase it will need to be managed to avoid possible problems in the hatchery.
April International Poultry Production Balanced Breeding for a Better Performance
Since the beginning of the modern broiler industry in the early 20th century the drive has been to increase performance in the economically importantcharacteristics.
March Agriworld Vision Breeders Apply High-tech to Product Development
The livestock industry faces a number of challenges due to changes in public preferences. these are not limited to characteristics of the final product, but also include production methods. Primary breeders will have to adjust their selection programs and use modern technology to support product development.
Feb Zootecnica International Technical Seminar - Hosted by Ross Italia
Working with customers throughout Italy, Ross Italia, Aviagen's distributor in Italy, recently hosted a seminar that provided the opportunity for influential figures from the Italian poultry industry to share and discuss improved management techniques and market information.
Jan Asian Poultry The Art of Male Management
The stockman who pays attention to detail observing and reacting to bird behaviour will be rewarded with a successful result - Bruce Evans, Regional Technical Manager, Aviagen Limited, Newbridge, Scotland.
Jan Asian Poultry Understanding Influenza
Nick Dorko of Aviagen urges producers to srengthen biosecurity practices to prevent the introduction of high path avian influenza into their flocks.


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