Insect-based feed ingredients in Poultry World 1
The latest edition of Poultry World is available online. In this edition we visit a Norwegian broiler farm that is achieving above-average scale and results. We speak to Ines Carvalhido from Cargill who talks about optimising layer nutrition. Also, we explore the pros and cons of open water sources in commercial duck production, and consider partial replacement of soybean oil by insect oil in broiler diets. This and more in the latest online edition.
Interview with Ines Carvalhido, Cargill: ‘Optimising layer nutrition based on body fat measurements’
With the introduction of a new scanning tool, Cargill Animal Nutrition is now able to reveal the body fat condition in laying hens. Having insights into this body fat content can enable nutritionists to increase the number of eggs per hen and could even reduce feed costs, according the company. We spoke to the company’s Poultry Lead to find out more.
Norwegian broiler production can be quite profitable
Rune and Olaug Vang grow 37,000 broilers for the Norsk Kylling integrator in Norway. With their above-average scale and results, they achieve an almost guaranteed income of around €180,000 per year.
In pictures: Handle with care
Rejections at the processor can impact the bottom line in broiler production. Punitive measures in the Netherlands have made a big difference.
Partial replacement of soybean oil by insect oil in broiler diets
Wageningen Livestock Research, in collaboration with PHW Group’s subsidiary Esbro, feed producer ForFarmers and insect ingredient producer Protix, conducted a pilot in which different inclusion levels of black soldier fly meal, BSF meal with extra chitin, and BSF oil were tested.
Pros and cons of open water sources in commercial duck production
There has been a global drive towards improved farm animal welfare and optimised system sustainability. An important conflicting point for the welfare of domestic ducks is the provision of open water sources.
Understanding nutrient interactions in poultry feed
Understanding nutrient interactions in poultry feeds helps determine the requirements for a specific nutritional element and the effects of their source and level on the utilisation of other dietary elements. This should then be considered when formulating diets to meet the demand for performing various biological functions.
British Coop commits to lower stocking density
One of the UK’s leading retailers has announced it will extend its improved poultry welfare standards across its convenience range. The Co-op has said it has become the first UK convenience retailer to extend its improved chicken welfare standard across its British Breaded and Ready-To-Eat range, enabling Co-op members and customers to access chicken reared in 20% more space to perch and roam.
