In-Person
Layer Production and Management
Focuses on the latest methods in Layer Hen production and management including genetics and breed selection, production standards, modern production methods, real time nutrition as well as topics around bird physiology, egg quality and health & disease management.
What You will Learn
Modern Standards, Genetic Potential and Health & Disease Prevention
Nutrition, Farm Management & Egg and Eggshell Quality
Production in Tropical Conditions, Farm Biosecurity & Health
Farm Visit and Practical Workshops
Consumer, Economics, Latest Technologies
Day 1
Modern Standards, Genetic Potential and Health & Disease Prevention
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Global Layer Performance
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The Modern Layer Bird - Critical Factors
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Genetic Selection of High Performing Layer Strains
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Viral, Bacterial, Fungal and Parasitic Health Challenges
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Health and Disease Prevention, Control and Treatment
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Vaccination, Procedures to achieve Optimum Immunity
Day 2
Nutrition, Farm Management & Egg and Eggshell Quality
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Real Time Nutrition: Formulating for performance and market situation
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Formulating for Gut Health
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Alternative Raw Material Quality; Minerals, grains, meals
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Tool for Optimizing the Nutritional Value of Alternative Raw Material
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Farm Management and Husbandry
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Egg and Eggshell Quality, Physiology and Abnormalities
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Eggshell Laboratory workshop
Day 3
Production in Tropical Conditions, Farm Biosecurity & Health
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Pullet Rearing in Tropical Conditions
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Performance Targets and Egg Production in Tropical Conditions
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Farm Management; Lighting and Ventilation programs
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Biosecurity, Hygiene and Cleaning programs
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Producing Eggs without the use of Antibiotics
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Post Mortem Technique, Sample Collection and Preservation
