Australian Chicken Meat Federation 2024 update

ABOVE: Chief executive officer Dr Mary Wu provides an overview of the year ahead for the Australian Chicken Meat Federation. The Australian Chicken Meat Federation Inc is the peak coordinating body for participants in the chicken meat industry in Australia. It represents all elements of the industry nationally and is recognised as the industry representative…

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Nutrition research supports sustainability

ABOVE: The viability of the Australian chicken meat industry depends on optimal animal health and welfare. Collective focus on meat chicken diets yields optimal outcomes for cost-effective production and environmental targets. Findings from a collection of projects exploring the fundamental aspects of poultry nutrition can help producers make step-change progress towards more cost-effective and sustainable…

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APSS 2024 concludes with record-breaking numbers

The Australian Poultry Science Symposium (APSS) 2024 wrapped up its program last month with a resounding success, marking a significant milestone for joint coordinators Poultry Research Foundation of the University of Sydney and World Poultry Science Association Australian Branch. Hosted at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, this year’s conference shattered previous achievements, drawing in a…

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Advances in vectored vaccines for poultry

ABOVE: Vectored vaccines look to overcome challenges in the control of diseases in poultry. Photo: Zoe Schaeffer A technology with further potential in veterinary and human medicine Vaccine design technologies have made huge advances in recent years. One of the newer categories of vaccine, vectored vaccines, is overcoming challenges that conventional vaccines do not meet.…

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RodenBox’s revolutionary approach in poultry farming

ABOVE: Poultry farmers consistently face multifaceted challenges, with rodent control standing out as a critical concern. In the ever-evolving agricultural landscape, poultry farmers consistently face multifaceted challenges, with rodent control standing out as a critical concern. The stakes are particularly high in the poultry industry, where the health and productivity of egg layers are paramount.…

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Collaborative Australian agrifood tech

ABOVE: Tenacious Ventures co-founder and managing partner and speaker at EvokeAg 2024 Sarah Nolet. For the start-up world, 2023 was a very challenging year. Across the board, the number of deals, speed of investment, valuations and totals invested all saw a downturn. Uncertainty ran high. Conservatism pervaded. It was tough for investors and start-ups alike.…

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Rodent control on poultry farms

ABOVE: Rodent control on poultry farms is a priority as they are vectors of diseases, however it is a challenge in this industry because of the provision of abundant food and nesting sites. Photo: Chris F In order for control of rodent populations on poultry farms, baits must be constantly monitored and the facilities must…

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All set for APSS 2024

The Poultry Research Foundation of the University of Sydney has always valued its interaction with the poultry industry since its inception in 1958. APSS It held workshops, seminars and an annual symposium aiming to update the industry on the happenings around the world in poultry science as well as the foundation’s own research outcomes. In…

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Future poultry industry professionals

ABOVE: High school students participated in the recent Poultry Hub Australia Ag Day event, held in collaboration with UNE. National Ag Day in Australia is a momentous occasion dedicated to honouring and celebrating the invaluable contributions of the agricultural sector to the nation’s robust economy and vibrant culture. This annual event serves as a platform…

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