National Poultry Newspaper

01/08/2024

The August edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

01/08/2024

Find out the latest in the poultry industry! 🐓 - https://mailchi.mp/51ca6e04d0f7/august-2024

25/07/2024

Nutrient requirements change gradually to meet an animal’s needs throughout growth.

However, the inherent assumption here is that there are no fluctuations within a day.

But is this the case?

To explore the nutrient requirements for laying hens, in conjunction with Poultry Hub Australia and Australian Eggs, Dr Moss, Dr Dao and team at the University of New England completed a study on the effect of AM/PM diets for free-range laying hens.

Laying hens have a cyclic reproductive physiology that requires high dietary protein and energy levels for yolk and albumen formation in the early morning and high dietary calcium levels for shell and membrane formation in the afternoon/evening.

Therefore, feeding one diet throughout each day may be problematic as there is excess calcium in the morning and excess protein/amino acids and energy towards the end of the day.

To minimise excess nutrients, there is increasing interest in alternative strategies, such as AM/PM feeding, where a high energy and protein diet with lower calcium is provided in the morning and a lower energy and protein diet with higher calcium is fed in the afternoon.

Dr Moss, Dr Dao and team at the University of New England completed a study on the effect of AM/PM diets for free-range laying hens.

18/07/2024

In recent years, Australians in rural and regional areas have faced unprecedented challenges that have taken a toll on mental health and well-being.

Factors such as inflation, cost-of-living pressures, climate change and the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have underscored the importance of mental health support, particularly for farmers and rural communities.

Recognising the critical need for support, Zoetis has partnered with Beyond Blue to once again champion mental health initiatives in rural Australia.

With a commitment of $800,000 over the past eight years, Zoetis has been a steadfast supporter of Beyond Blue’s vital services, which have seen more than 300,000 individuals reach out for assistance in 2023 alone.

For 2024, Zoetis has set a goal to raise an additional $100,000 by the end of the year by donating $5 from each sale of the company’s livestock, pig and poultry vaccines and drenches.

Recognising the critical need for support, Zoetis has partnered with Beyond Blue to once again champion mental health initiatives in rural Australia.

11/07/2024

Following the impact of the current outbreak of avian influenza in Victoria, Egg Farmers of Australia has reached out to its members whose farms have been impacted.

We aim to assist our members in any way we can through the response period being driven by Agriculture Victoria.

During such incidents, poultry vet Dr Peter Scott, Australian Eggs managing director Rowan McMonnies and myself as Egg Farmers of Australia chief executive officer attend government and industry meetings overseen by Animal Health Australia, which plays an important role in guiding those in the egg sector affected by such outbreaks.

Thanks also to Heather McKimm for her job as liaison to the livestock industry.

Having done the role, I appreciate the time being put in to supporting our sector.

Further updates on the current situation are available on the Agriculture Victoria website.

This event has seen a commonsense approach from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission in relation to the granting of a housing order.

Following the impact of the current outbreak of avian influenza in Victoria, Egg Farmers of Australia have reached out to the impacted farms.

27/06/2024

The July edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

26/06/2024

Find out the latest in the poultry industry! 🐓 - https://mailchi.mp/e06b178f78f5/july-2024

30/05/2024

Find out the latest in the poultry industry! 🐓 - https://mailchi.mp/3b1d13c15afe/june-2024

30/05/2024

The June edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

23/05/2024

This notice affects stakeholders who have an interest in the possible importation of live attenuated salmonella vaccines for use in chickens and turkeys.

The application

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has received a permit application from Elanco Australasia to import the following live attenuated veterinary vaccines:

AviPro Salmonella Duo
AviPro Salmonella Vac E
AviPro Salmonella Vac T.

The application is being assessed against the requirements of Australia’s current import policies and guidelines for live veterinary vaccines:

Australian Quarantine Policy and Requirements for the Importation of Live and Novel Veterinary Bulk and Finished Vaccines, November 1999

Guidelines for managing the risk of transmitting transmissible spongiform encephalopathies via veterinary vaccines and other in vivo veterinary products, October 2012

Assessment of genetic recombination and re-assortment of imported veterinary vaccines, July 2018.

This notice affects stakeholders who have an interest in the possible importation of live attenuated salmonella vaccines for use in chickens and turkeys.

16/05/2024

Act now, don’t delay – here’s what you need to know.

Australia’s 3G networks are closing down.

It is important that Australians know if they will be impacted and have time to upgrade their phones and other devices before the 3G networks close.

If you receive notice from your service provider to upgrade your device, don’t put off taking action, contact your service provider.

The closure has already commenced

TPG Telecom/Vodafone has already switched off its 3G mobile network services as of January 2024.

If you’re a Vodafone customer or business reliant on the 3G network, it’s crucial to upgrade to a device compatible with 4G or 5G networks.

Act now, don’t delay – here’s what you need to know. Australia’s 3G networks are closing down - closure has already commenced.

09/05/2024

Kemin are proud sponsors and exhibitors at the upcoming combined Poultry Information Exchange, Australian Pork Limited and Australasian Milling Conference – Food with Purpose 2024, where the industry comes together to share knowledge, innovation and ideas for the poultry, pig and milling industries.

The Food with Purpose 2024 focus sits perfectly with our core values at Kemin, as delivered by our local Australian and New Zealand team, backed by worldwide experts within Kemin.

For over 30 years, Kemin has been the Australasian – including the Pacific and Papua New Guinea – leader in feed mill and ingredient, and salmonella and mould-control, solutions and advice across the region.

Our local team of technical services, sales, engineering and industry consultants will be present at the show to guide you through the fit-for-purpose solutions appropriate for your business.

Kemin are proud sponsors and exhibitors at the upcoming combined Poultry Information Exchange, Australian Pork Limited and Australasian Milling Conference.

02/05/2024

Scientists at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australia’s national science agency, have achieved a breakthrough in molecular plant pathology, marking a technological leap forward for breeding durable disease-resistant crops.

Plant pathogens – organisms that cause plant diseases – greatly reduce agricultural productivity and are a persistent threat to global food security.

Annually, rust pathogens lead to crop losses of $A1.53 billion worldwide.

The scientists developed a novel rapid gene-screening platform that can identify new avirulence effector genes in plant pathogens, building on decades of CSIRO research in synthetic biology, genetics and molecular plant pathology.

Scientists at CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, have achieved a breakthrough in molecular plant pathology marking a technological leap.

18/01/2024

Egg exporters can transition to Nexdoc

As part of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s focus on modernising its export services, Australian exporters of egg products will be able use Nexdoc – the new web-based export document management system – to generate export certification from December 2023.

Agriculture Trade Group acting deputy secretary Nicola Hinder said the Nexdoc system offered a range of new and enhanced features, providing Australia’s egg industry with a modern technical platform that can integrate with supporting systems and new technologies.

“Modernisation of our certification platforms will strengthen Australia’s reputation as an exporting nation of high-quality agricultural commodities, underpinned by robust digitally enhanced services and regulatory practices,” Ms Hinder said.

“This will allow industry to be more competitive in international markets by reducing regulatory costs, while maintaining our strong regulatory reputation.

“It is designed to improve product traceability and reporting, and to automate manual documentation and assessment processes, making the certification process quicker and easier to navigate.”

Egg exporters will be able to digitally lodge, amend and replace their export certificates with minimal intervention, as well as print approved certificates in their own premises instead of having to collect them from a departmental office.

“Certificates generated through Nexdoc will also render a unique QR code and certificate number, increasing product traceability and security for both Australia and our trading partners,” Ms Hinder said.

“While the move to Nexdoc doesn’t change the existing certification requirements for the egg industry, it will streamline administrative processes, saving time and making it easier for exporters.

“This includes reducing the need to contact the department as part of the clearance process.

“I encourage users transitioning to Nexdoc to attend one of the department’s virtual drop-in sessions being held over the coming weeks to learn more about the platform and to raise any questions about the new or updated functionalities.”

Transition period

Exporters and EDI users who had egg RFPs at INIT, FINL, INSP or HCRD status as at Sunday December 3, 2023 have until 5pm Sunday January 14, 2024 to get egg RFPs finalised/COMP and print their certificates.

From 5pm Sunday January 14, 2024, when Exdoc functionality for eggs will be switched off:

Any egg RFPs not at COMP will have to be submitted as new requests in Nexdoc

Exporters requiring replacements of certificates that were issued in Exdoc should contact [email protected]

To read more about the Nexdoc updates, visit agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/export/certification/nexdoc/transition

18/01/2024

Gary Sansom Scholarship 2024 applications open

The Gary Sansom Scholarship aims to foster career pathways into the Australian chicken meat industry, while supporting industry research relevant to AgriFutures Chicken Meat Program priorities.

Postgraduate students enrolled in Australian universities who are interested in conducting industry-relevant research are encouraged to apply.

Successful recipients will receive the following support and opportunities:

Up to $35,000 for living expenses while undertaking a research project

Attendance at poultry industry conferences

An industry supervisor (coordinated by AgriFutures Australia) who will provide career pathway support and insights into the industry

Career pathway assistance post-scholarship and studies.

To be eligible, applicants must be an Australian citizen or resident, enrolled or eligible to enrol at an Australian university undertaking postgraduate study, be willing to have a member of the Australian chicken meat industry as a supervisor, and have the desire to contribute to the Australian chicken meat industry in the long term.

Applications close Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at midnight (AEDT).
For more information, visit agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/scholarships/gary-sansom-scholarship

11/01/2024

APSS 2024 is fast approaching

The Australian Poultry Science Symposium is the premier avian science conference in Australia and attracts delegates from across Australia and the world.

APSS 2024 will be the thirty-fifth edition of the symposium, which will again be held at the Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park.

APSS 2024’s over-arching theme will be ‘Frontier Science – Integrating Nutrition, Gut Health and Welfare’, with major themes Genetics, Productivity and Welfare, Breeder Nutrition and Chick Quality, Nutrition, Microbiome and Gut Health and hot topics Sustainable Poultry Production, Antibiotic Free Production and Food Safety.

The major change for 2024 will be the removal of the Sunday night pre-registration and social function, with the official program starting Monday after lunch.

Check-in for the event will open at 9am Monday morning, allowing delegates time to fly in on the Monday, attend to emails and business calls and also socialise prior the symposium opening.

There will also be a ‘meet and greet’ networking session for new young researchers to connect with industry mentors on Monday morning prior to the start of the conference.

Morning tea and lunch will be included for all delegates on Monday.

Expect an outstanding array of local and international invited speakers, including:

Sam Abraham, an academic lecturer in microbiology at Murdoch University in Western Australia, who, along with Darren Trott, established the first national network on antimicrobial resistance surveillance in Australian animals

Dana Campbell is an animal behaviour scientist at CSIRO, with interests in how livestock adapt and respond to different housing environments

Kapil Chousalkar is a deputy head at the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the University of Adelaide and leads a food safety research group

David Cadogan is a nutritionist, specialising in monogastric nutrition, production, growth and development.

Mary-Frances Copley, a senior consultant at Integrity Ag with a background in agriculture and economics, has a particular interest in environmental accounting and sustainability for egg, chicken meat and pork production

Rami Dalloul, with a PhD in poultry immunology, joined the Department of Animal and Poultry Sciences at Virginia Tech in the US focusing on host–pathogen interactions and poultry immunology, and serves as a leading member for the turkey genome sequencing project.

Brian Fairchild has been a member of the Department of Poultry Science at the University of Georgia in the US for 22 years, and is a professor and extension poultry scientist working in poultry house management

Peter Ferket has research interests and extension activities in applied nutrition of commercial meat-type poultry and utilisation of agricultural co-products as feed ingredients for poultry

Mike Gidley is director of the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences at the University of Queensland, with a major research interest in the linking of plant molecular structures to macroscopic properties with relevance to plant-based food properties

Filip van Immerseel, Professor at the Department of Pathobiology, Pharmacology and Zoological Medicine of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Ghent University in Belgium, is head of a research group studying host-bacterium interactions.

As always, researchers from far and wide have been invited to submit and present a large range of scientific papers, loaded with industry-relevant content and cutting-edge research.

The extraordinary social program will provide everyone with a plethora of networking opportunities over the three-day event.

For more information, visit apss2024.com.au or contact the APSS team at prf.ad
[email protected]

08/01/2024

The January edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

08/01/2024

Find out the latest in the poultry industry! 🐓 - https://mailchi.mp/3acb11a42387/january-2024

30/11/2023

The December edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

30/11/2023

Find out the latest in the poultry industry! 🐓 - https://mailchi.mp/8a3f092ad6f4/december-2023

23/11/2023

After three consecutive strong harvests, Australian grain and oilseed production is set to return to more modest totals for the current season as drier growing conditions ‘hit home’, Rabobank said in its recently released 2023-24 Australian Winter Crop Forecast.

The bank said Australia was on track to harvest a total winter crop of 48.72 million tonnes for the current season.

While down 24 percent on last season’s record-breaking 63.85 million tonne national crop, this is still close to the five-year average and above totals recorded in 2018-19 and 2020-21.

Australian grain and oilseed production is set to return to more modest totals for the current season as drier growing conditions ‘hit home’.

16/11/2023

In Australia’s agricultural sector, we have all heard of the term ‘biosecurity’, though how many of us actually stop to think that we are all responsible for it?

According to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, biosecurity protects our unique biodiversity, promotes food security and minimises the risk of transmission of infectious diseases.

The CSIRO stated, “Biosecurity is the way we stop the introduction and spread of harmful organisms such as viruses, bacteria, animals, plants, pathogens and insects and how we manage the impacts.”

Biosecurity is the way we stop the introduction and spread of harmful organisms such as viruses, bacteria, animals, plants, pathogens and insects.

09/11/2023

Backed by more than 40 years of scientific research, Alltech is dedicated to providing solutions and products that contribute to the success of the global animal health industry.

This commitment continues with the publication of a new study, ‘The effect of organic trace mineral supplementation in the form of proteinates on performance and sustainability parameters in laying hens: a meta-analysis’, recently published in the journal Animals.

Results show that the inclusion of Bioplex organic trace minerals in layer diets significantly benefits production performance and egg quality traits and contributes to a lower carbon footprint.

The findings also suggest that the most bioavailable form of essential minerals is crucial for optimising health and performance in laying hens.

Results show that the inclusion of Bioplex organic trace minerals in layer diets significantly benefits production performance and egg quality traits.

06/11/2023

Chefs at Flemington Racecourse will crack over 5000 eggs to cater for hungry Melbourne Cup punters during the race that stops the nation on November 7.

Corporate caterers and food marquees will use 435 dozen eggs which equates to 5220 individual eggs.

Egg Farmers of Australia CEO Melinda Hashimoto said the egg order demonstrates how the Melbourne Cup supports many Australian agricultural food industries.

“Eggs are used in a diverse range of dishes inside Flemington’s main food outlets and corporate marquees and are an important Aussie-produced ingredient for the day’s culinary scene,” Ms Hashimoto said.

“There is a clear symbiotic relationship between the Melbourne Cup and farmers supplying raw products from around Australia.”

Australia’s commercial egg farmers produce 6.3 billion eggs a year to satisfy the nation’s growing appetite fresh eggs.

“Many punters may not realise that eggs have one of the lowest carbon footprints out of any farmed food and are the most environmentally sustainable, and affordable, proteins that you can eat,” Mrs Hashimoto said.

03/11/2023

The November edition is now available to view or download at http://poultrynews.com.au/

26/10/2023

There is renewed interest in utilising food waste as animal feed due to its potential benefits in reducing feed cost and environmental impact while improving global food security.

The study ‘Feeding recycled food waste improved feed efficiency in laying hens from 24 to 43 weeks of age’ was conducted by researchers from the University of New England to examine the efficacy of recycled food waste-based feed for laying hen performance, egg quality and nutrient digestibility.

Following are excerpts taken from the research, which has been published on Scientific Reports and can be viewed in full at nature.com/articles/s41598-023-34878-2

http://poultrynews.com.au/2023/10/10/utilising-food-waste-as-animal-feed/

There is renewed interest in utilizing food waste as animal feed due to its potential benefits in reducing feed cost and environmental impact while improving global food security. This study was conducted to examine the efficacy of recycled food waste-based feed for laying hen performance, egg quali...