Category: Poultry Science Association

Pekin duck research reveals heritability of feeding behaviors

A new study published in Poultry Science shows that body weight, residual feed intake and feeding behavior traits are all highly heritable traits in Pekin ducks.

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Do minerals and vitamin C affect performance of heat-stressed broilers?

Researchers from Spain and the Netherlands performed a study to determine if adding a mineral and vitamin mix (AHS and Vitamin C) would have an effect on broiler performance in heat-stressed conditions.

Poultry scientists investigate microbial presence in low, high stocking densities for free-range layers

As consumer demand for eggs from free-range chickens grows, a big question lingers: what is the best stocking density for chickens in free-range conditions?

Broiler diets low in crude protein may get boost from individual nonessential amino acid supplementation

A new study led by poultry scientists at the University of Hohenheim suggests it is possible to reduce crude protein in broiler diets while still encouraging bird growth.

Poultry scientists: Few hours of darkness a day does not harm broiler chicks

Broiler chicks can be provided between 1 to 4 hours of darkness a day without negative consequences, according to a recent study.

Poultry researchers: There’s no safe amount of moldy corn for laying hens

Poultry scientists are taking a close look at moldy corn in an effort to better protect animal and human health.

Poultry scientists get fuller picture of PM effects in different housing systems

Poultry scientists are working to better understand the impacts of particulate matter (PM) on bird health and production.

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