Member Dr.S.Sridhar
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The main objective of poultry feed formulation is to create a balanced, palatable, and cost-effective diet that meets the precise nutritional requirements (energy, protein, vitamins, minerals) of birds at different life stages.
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Installing machine guards, dust control to prevent explosions, and enforcing the use of PPE.
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Pathogenic agents can be spread in many ways including via:
Animals
• wild birds
• rodents e.g., rats and mice
• feral animals including predators
• domestic animals including livestock, poultry and pets
• insects
• products that include ingredients of animal origin e.g., processed meats, meat and bone mealPeople (via hands, boots, clothing, or hair)
• feed mill and farm personnel
• family members living on site
• customers – producers who collect, transport and utilise feed
• truck drivers
• contractors, maintenance personnel and service personnel
• visitors and neighboursVehicles and equipment
• utilities, front-end loaders, trucks
• veterinary equipment
• spray packs
• toolsAir
• as an aerosol e.g., dust, bacteria, viruses, mouldsFeed and water supply
• feces from avian or other pest animal species
• raw materials used to produce feed e.g., prohibited materials
• post-production contamination or spoilage during transport and storage
• bacteria and mould in poor quality ingredients or damaged feed
• pollutants and infectious micro-organisms -
Thank you for your time Mr Dan in responding to this.
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Reasons for Pecking
Nutritional Deficiencies
Poor in protein, amino acids, such as methionine, or minerals, such as Ca and Na.
Overcrowding
High stocking density → stress → aggressive pecking.
Poor Environmental Conditions
Inadequate lighting: too bright or flickering; lack of ventilation, or extreme temperatures.
Boredom / Lack of Enrichment
Pecking of objects or stimulation does not occur → pecking of each other.
Heredity
Feather pecking can be more possible with certain breeds.
Management Practices
Sudden changes in feed, moving of birds, or stress due to handling.
Health Problems
Sick or weak birds may be pecked by others, while parasitic infections can cause discomfort leading to pecking.
Solutions/Recommendations
Nutritional Management
Ensure there is a balanced diet with enough intake of proteins, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
Space & Stocking Density
Avoid overcrowding; leave adequate space between birds.
Environmental Enrichment
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Thank you for sharing
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Biosecurity protects livestock by preventing and controlling diseases, keeping animals healthy, reducing costs, safeguarding humans, and supporting farm sustainability and trade.
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Syncing tools for AI in an animal shed for dead & ill bird surveillance:
Install cameras and sensors – Overhead and side-facing cameras, and optional thermal and infrared cameras, as well as sensors for temperature, humidity, and air quality.
Employ AI models, and computer vision can identify unusual postures or dead birds, while anomalies in inactivity or isolation can be flagged.
Edge and cloud processing – processing data locally and syncing data to the cloud to be monitored from anywhere.
Visualization & dashboards – Live heat maps, historical trends & mobile notifications for timely actions.
Actionable Response: Make adjustments to feeding and water, notify vets, and keep bio-security and management records.
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FCR= Total Feed Consumed(KG)/Total Wt. Gain(KG)
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Improved digestibility , gut health, early chick performance
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Whole Soybeans – 38 to 42 %
Processes Soybeans – 44 to 48 %
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What should be the Pond temperature before liming a pond
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Water exchange plays a vital role in pond ecosystem stability by regulating water quality parameters, removing metabolic wastes, and maintaining optimal conditions for aquatic life. It is a critical management practice, particularly in systems with high fish populations or intensive farming, where natural processes alone may be insufficient to maintain balance.
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It’s crucial for management for biosecurity also
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: How can regular ammonia monitoring data be formally incorporated into veterinary health plans and antimicrobial stewardship programs?
