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PoultryCast 0209

• The Pew Commission on Industrial Farm Animal Production Report is often referenced as a primer on the direction U.S. agriculture needs to move. However, a recent review of the report by the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Federation of Animal Science Societies identified some weaknesses in the methodology used. Joining us today, and representing the Federation of Animal Science Societies, are Science Policy Director Lowell Randel and Chair of the Animal Care Committee Janice Swanson.

PoultryCast 0202

• Corn and poultry producers throughout the country share heightened concern about mold levels with this year's crop.  I talked with Dr. Andy Yersin, director of research and development for Kemin Agrifoods North America, about the mycotoxin issues we're dealing with this year.

PoultryCast 0184

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PoultryCast 0151 Show Notes:

• Dr Peter Ferket of NCSU joins us to review his recent Midwest Poultry Federation presentation on Turkey Leg Problems.  We look at breeding, nutrition, management and more

PoultryCast 0140 Show Notes:

• Special presentation on the pros and cons of various mortality disposal options from Dr Tom Glanville of Iowa State. 

PoultryCast 0098a Show Notes:

• Poultryhouse.com engineer Jesse Campbell hooks up to review cooling system maintenance requirements

PoultryCast 0095a Show Notes:

• Dr Brian Fairchild logs in with an update on controller technology and the ability to generate real-time data for immediate use. Linked article.

PoultryCast 0053 Show Notes:

• Future pest issues with NC's Mike Stringham
• Chuck Napp shares employee documentation issues you need to be aware of
• Identifying the change in consumer perception about our industry
• Optimum progeny nutrition
  

PoultryCast 0053a Show Notes:

• In response to a listener request - optimal feeding for poultry progeny with David Burnham of Aviagen

PoultryCast 0052 Show Notes:

• Natural means something different to us all
• U.K. experience with changeover
• TX A&M litter study looks at content and quality
• Consider those housing retrofits now for benefits this fall