Current trends in the poultry industry Flashcards
.What are the 4 broad areas of poultry industry innovation?
- Technological advancement.
- Sustainability.
- Consumer Trends.
- Global Market Dynamics.
What are subareas in technological advancements in the poultry industry?
- Precision Farming.
- Automation.
- Smart Hosuing.
What are specific examples of precision farming?
- Automated Feeding Systems.
- Environmental Control Systems.
- Health Monitoring.
- Precision Breeding.
- Data-Driven Decision-Making.
What is an automated feeding system?
Smart feeders that adjust feed delivery based on the birds’ age and weight, improving growth rates and reducing waste.
What are environmental control systems?
IoT-enabled sensors regulate humidity, temperature, and ventilation to optimize bird health and comfort.
How is health monitoring done?
Wearable devices (ankle or shoulder) track the bird’s behavior and vital signs, allowing early detection of diseases.
What is precision breeding?
Genetic data analytics enhances breeding strategies, improving disease resistance and productivity.
What is data-driven decision-making?
Cloud-based platforms analyze farm data to make real-time decisions.
What are specific examples of automation?
- Automated feed systems.
- Automated feed mixing.
- Smart feeders.
- IoT Integration.
What are automated feed systems?
Systems that dispense precise quantities of feed to poultry at scheduled times, ensuring consistent nutrition and reducing manual labor.
What is automated feed mixing?
These systems prepare feed by mixing ingredients in precise proportions, ensuring a balanced diet.
What are smart feeders?
These devices use sensors to monitor the birds’ feed intake and adjust the supply automatically to optimize feed distribution and reduce waste.
What is IoT Integration?
IoT devices are increasingly used to collect real-time data on feed consumption patterns, allowing farmers to monitor and adjust feeding from their phones.
What are specific examples of smart housing?
- Climate control system.
- Remote monitoring.
- Automated lighting system.
- Biosecurity solutions.
What are climate control systems?
Advanced ventilation and heating systems that adjust the temperature, airflow, and humidity to maintain optimal living conditions for the poultry.
What is remote monitoring?
IoT sensors and cameras allow real-time monitoring of poultry behavior and health, enabling early detection of issues like heat stress or overcrowding.
What are automated lighting systems?
LED lighting with adjustable timing and intensity that mimics natural daylight cycles to improve egg production and poultry growth.
What are biosecurity solutions?
Smart entry systems and footbaths equipped with sensors.
What are subareas in sustainability poultry production?
- Feed efficiency.
- Waste management.
- Water conservation.
What are some examples of feed efficiency?
- Insect-based proteins.
- Algae-based feeds.
- Single-cell proteins (SCPs).
- Fermented feed ingredients.
- Plant-based proteins.
What are insect-based proteins?
Insects, such as black soldier flies and mealworms, are being explored as sustainable protein sources due to having a low environmental footprint and can be reared on organic waste.
What are algae-based feeds?
Seaweed and microalgae are rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. They are being looked into due to requiring minimal land and water, making them eco-friendly.
What are single-cell proteins?
Proteins derived from microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, yeast). Being looked into due to being able to be produced using agricultural waste.
What are fermented feed ingredients?
Fermentation improves the nutritional quality of plant-based feed ingredients, making them easier to digest. Also, less reliance on soybeans and fishmeal.
What are plant-based proteins?
Oilseeds, legumes, and other plants that are genetically enhanced or processed to improve their protein content. Alternative to animal-based feeds.
What falls under waste management?
- Pyrolysis.
- Nutrient Recovery.
- Composter Innovations.
- Thermal Hydrolysis.
- Anaerobic Digesters.
What is pyrolysis?
The process of thermally decomposing poultry waste in the absence of oxygen. Used to produce the carbon-rich fertilizer, biochar.
What is nutrient recovery?
Extracting a specific nutrient from poultry manure, usually for use in fertilizers. Also reduces pollution.
What are composting innovations?
Advanced composting systems that accelerate the conversion of poultry waste into organic fertilizer.
What is thermal hydrolysis?
The process of using high-pressure steam to break down poultry waste before anaerobic digestion, in order to increase biogas yield.
What is an anaerobic digester?
A device that converts poultry manure into biogas through anaerobic digestion.
ex: Methane.
What falls under water conservation?
- Nipple Drinker System.
- Water Leak Detection.
- Smart Watering Systems.
- Drip Irrigation for Cooling.
- Water Recycling Systems.
What are water recycling systems?
Systems that capture and reuse water from cleaning processes, reducing overall water consumption.
What is drip irrigation for cooling?
Using dripping water to cool poultry houses. Used to minimize water use by targeting specific areas.
What are smart watering systems?
Sensors that monitor water usage and adjust flow rates based on demand. This ensures efficient use.
What is water leak detection?
Advanced sensors used to detect and alert for leaks, preventing unnecessary water loss.
What is the nipple drinker system?
A water distribution design that has the birds peck at the tip of the drinker to get water, minimizing spillage.
What are the subareas of enhancing poultry health and welfare?
- Vaccination technologies.
- Biosecurity measures.
- Animal welfare.
What falls under vaccination technologies?
- In-ovo vaccination.
- Spray vaccination.
- Genetic Resistance Breeding.
- Pre-and Probiotics.
- Gel Droplet vaccinations.
What are in-ovo vaccinations?
Vaccines administered directly into the egg before it hatches, ensuring early immunity.
What is spray vaccination?
Aerosolized vaccines are sprayed over poultry flocks, providing easy mass immunization.
What is Genetic Resistance Breeding?
Selective breeding programs develop poultry strains with natural resistance to specific diseases.
What are pre-and probiotics?
Supplements that enhance gut health, reduce disease incidence, and bolster immune response.
What are gel droplet vaccines?
A method of vaccinating hens via edible gel droplets, reducing labor and stress.