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Prolapse in laying birds, part 1: Causes of prolapse in layers
Prolapse in layers is a condition that occurs when a hen’s reproductive tract temporarily turns inside out to allow the hen to lay an egg, is unable to retract after the egg has been laid. Prolapsed vent, also known as prolapsed oviduct, pick-out, cloacal prolapse or blowout, is a[...]
Growth monitoring in poultry
Article supplied Broiler weight is an important parameter when growing broilers. After all, the end goal of raising broilers is to get as many birds to market as possible, using the least amount of feed, and producing the greatest amount of meat. With pressures on the industry to reduce[...]
Caring for newborn piglets with Tiger Animal Feeds: Part one
by Barbara Mulonda Simbaya, Technical Advisor at Tiger Animal Feeds Caring for piglets is no small task. Any pig farmer will tell you that from the moment the sow starts to farrow, the farmer has his hands completely full. Caring for piglets takes a high degree of care and[...]
Tiger Animal Feeds: More than just feed Production tools for success in broiler business
by Given Hamanungu, Senior Technical Advisor for Tiger Animal Feeds Broiler farming is a very important farming business. For the farmer to be successful and achieve maximum results in the broiler business, certain pieces of equipment are necessary. Thermometer Heat stress decreases the productivity of broilers and thus farm[...]
Tiger Chicks shares knowledge on effective broiler vaccination
A broiler health strategy starts with the broiler breeder, includes broiler management, and is fine-tuned by the judicious use of vaccines. Vaccination is an integral part of any chicken health management programme. A successful vaccination schedule is dynamic, maintaining a balance between disease risk and the type and frequency[...]