In this disease update from Joyce Veterinary Service, Runting Stunting Syndrome, a newer syndrome causing many broiler producers headaches is reviewed. Issues can range from an elevated feed conversion to having to deal with small runty birds through the grow out time.
As the mercury rises, laying hens begin to act differently, and at a certain point we start to see the negative effects of heat on feed intake, egg production, and eggshell quality.
We are pleased to introduce Hillary Schramm, Poultry Service Technician. Hillary grew up on a dairy farm outside Auburn. She is graduating from Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Agriculture in Nova Scotia with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, majoring in Animal Science. One of her favourite hobbies is participating in timbersports competitions.
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