One year, 52 weeks. That's how long the average egg production cycle is. Producers spend over 70 weeks investing in layer production and management strategies to achieve optimal layer health and maximum egg production. The single largest input in layer production? Feed. Prevent
High raw material costs burden the feed production chain from field to finished feed. Weather conditions in the growing season, as well as geopolitical issues and the cost of inputs such as fertilizer, fuel and transportation, all significantly impact the availability and cost of animal
Oilseed meal is the highest Salmonella risk material used in feed formulations when animal protein meals are not used. Studies have found that oilseed raw materials such as soybeans and rapeseeds carry Salmonella detection rates of 36.6% and 23.8%, respectively. While Salmonella
Culling a flock of layer or broiler parent stock due to Avian Influenza can cost producers anywhere from $400,000 to $650,000 in depopulation, restocking and productivity losses. Within the U.S., the ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), continues to pose a threat
Pathogen contamination that occurs within oilseed processing costs the oilseed crushing industry millions in reduced productivity and written-off or devalued oilseed meal. In fact, a single Salmonella-positive in finished oilseed meal in a facility producing 1000 metric tons per day can
Rising Corn and Soybean Prices As the conflict in Ukraine and Russia remains, prices are inflating at an alarming rate. According to AHDB, Ukraine and Russia collectively account for 10% of global major oilseed production (rapeseed, soybeans, sunflower). As of last week, Ukraine was yet
