Tag: Egg production

Feed Production by Region

Initiatives launched to support Kenya’s poultry sector

In the central county of Kirinyaga, the local government is making available a feed mill for the production of quality poultry feeds for selected local farmers.

September 8, 2020

Poultry

8 considerations for cage-free laying hen nutrition

Beyond the housing investments, cage-free layers require alterations to their feeding programs. This article reviews eight considerations producers and nutritionists need to keep in mind.

March 7, 2018

Poultry

How hen nutrition impacts egg shell quality

Industry professional discusses the numerous variables that play a role in shell quality

November 13, 2017

Animal Nutrition Views

How Wally ended up with pale egg yolks in summer

When Wally, a customer of mine whose real name will remain hidden, called last summer, the situation was already out of hand. His hens were producing eggs by the thousands and his buyer refused to accept them. The egg yolks were virtually colorless. Gone was the desirable yellow-orange color of just a month or so ago. What had really happened?

April 19, 2016

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Cage-free layers: white or brown eggs?

A good part of my consulting work has to do with egg layer production. As my clients come from distinct parts of the world, I cannot but make a very

March 22, 2016

Poultry

How to increase egg weight through hen nutrition

Egg weight remains a quality factor in certain markets, worldwide, and especially where eggs are sold and bought fresh. Controlling egg weight can be a difficult exercise as several factors are implicated.

August 1, 2013

Poultry

How to produce eggs with natural pigments

Ingredients with a high concentration in natural pigments are few among those commonly used in poultry nutrition, and such ingredients are sought after to produce all-natural eggs for specific markets.

January 7, 2013

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High price of corn, seasonally depressed prices lower egg industry profits

The outstanding factor influencing profitability in our industry continues to be the high price of corn. During March, layer feed was $288 per ton or 51 cents per dozen across the six regions surveyed by the USDA.

April 13, 2011