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In Europe, through videos, social networks, or open house operations, breeders are addressing consumers more and more directly. Goal? Deconstruct the clichés about their profession and work for more transparency. Do you know Étienne the agri youtubeurre or the Jolies rousses videos  ? They are what we call Agri YouTubers. Known, they have up to 100,000 subscribers. In fact, in recent years, farmers have been speaking out on social networks. Tired of clichés and criticisms of their profession, more and more breeders are fighting back on social networks. Via their smartphones, they challenge Internet users, testify about their daily life and defend…

VIP organized its 3rd Vets In Poultry (VIP) AGM” at Goa, Sunday, with the theme “The Era of New Normal- Scenario In Poultry & Role of Veterinarian“. More than 135+ VIPians participated across India and overseas. Dr. Santosh Ire, Secretary of VIP shared all minutes of the last AGM and new resolutions to be considered along with Dr. Prasad Kulkarni, Treasurer who shared all Financials. Closing remark and conclusion gave by President, Dr. Ajay Deshpande. Special guest for the meeting was Dr. SK Dutta, Joint Commissioner, Animal Husbandry, New Delhi,…

EMPRES-i+ aims to improve intelligence, forecasting, and early warning, enabling countries to monitor disease spread and risk of new outbreaks. The world must be alert to new threats from animal diseases, with COVID-19 underlining the need for greater vigilance, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) urged, as it launched a new global animal disease information system. “We need to prioritize and strengthen the animal health sector, “ FAO Director-General QU Dongyu said at an event to launch the EMPRES- i+ system. He added: “Strong international and national…

Despite challenges faced due to COVID 19 and skyrocketing input cost India’s poultry sector has been one of the fastest-growing segments of Indian agriculture and allied sector. According to Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics, 2020, India’s poultry meat production was 4.34 million tonnes, contributing more than 50% of the total meat production in 2019- 20. The egg production stood at 114.38 billion in 2019-20. According to the National Action Plan for egg and poultry – 2022 prepared by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Fisheries, more than 80 percent of…

Research conducted by Huve Pharma found understanding of the animal gut is growing, and the link between gut health and superior technical results has become undeniable. A healthy gut and balanced microbiota are rightly seen as the driver of animal growth performance. As such, effective gut management has become increasingly important as animal production continues to aim for more efficiency and productivity. The research comprised a good example is Bacillus licheniformis DSM 28710 (B-Act®), a spore-forming probiotic with a long and extensive history in animal production. The probiotic’s mode of action is…

Why Mycotoxins Matter in Broiler Production The negative impacts of mycotoxins in poultry can be far-reaching, decreasing gastrointestinal integrity, immunity and performance in broilers and resulting in economic losses.Given the high rates of mycotoxin in poultry feed, a mycotoxin risk management strategy is needed to protect fattening animals in all phases in order to reduce the challenges in the animal and ensure profitability of production. byLorran BaeumleGabardo Poultry producers frequently ask: What is the real impact of mycotoxins on the broiler’s productivity? What sounds like an easy question is, in the…

Automation in Poultry Farming Ninad Bhatt, Rajneesh, Shwetambri Jamwal National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana Introduction In recent years, most poultry operation are intensive type houses with environment controlled houses, in which inside conditions are maintained as near as to the bird’s optimum requirements. The optimum temperature is 24oC with the relative humidity of 50 to 60%. A closed building with no windows, longitudinal preferably east to west, with big exhaust fans on west side while evaporative cooling pads on east side along with automatic feeding and drinking systems inside…

Mr Amit Saraogi, MD, Anmol Feeds Pvt Ltd The Indian aquaculture industry to aid in creating AatmaNirbhar Bharat and facilitate rehabilitation for reverse migrants 21st  September 2020, Kolkata: Aquaculture in India is an important economic activity and a flourishing sector with varied resources and potentials. India ranks third in fisheries production, and second in aquaculture. There is a huge value chain involved globally, and the pandemic has affected the trade not just in exports but also internal consumption. A solution can be reached by increasing aquaculture efficiency, introduction of new methods to increase yield.…

Mr. O.P Singh, M.D; HUVE Pharma S.E.A I am writing this at a time just when the COVID-19  news cycle is making way for African swine fever (ASF) which has been reported in India for the first time and the political manoeuvre declaring ‘we are ready’ to companies looking to exit China and making their way into India! Do I lament or do I cheer? I’ve time for neither, because I’ve a house to put back in order, and I better get a move on it. I’m not sure what percentage of…

Even with all necessary procedures and safeguards in place, every farmer should still prepare for potential feed contamination by mycotoxins. In Brief At every stage from feed processing to ingestion, there are risks that – if not managed – can result in a reduction in productivity. Regular analysis of your feed equips you with the information you need to protect against a reduction in your farm’s efficiency. How contamination occurs When purchasing feed, trusted suppliers are a reliable measure of quality, but this does not guarantee freedom from contamination. Feed…