Common Egg Shell Deformities, Discolouration Issues and Probable Reasons Dr B C Dutta (Author), Poultry Consultant Member – Poultry TRENDS Editorial Board www.drbcdutta.com 15 common Egg Shell deformities in respect of structure and colour as under: 1. Pale Shelled Eggs Reasons: a) Infections like Infectious Bronchitis & EDS b) Old Age Hen c) High Stress in flock d) Toxic Effect of Drug like Sulphonamides & Nicarbazine     2. Pink or Liliac Eggs Reasons: a) High Stress in Flock b) Excess Dietary Calcium       3. Dirty Eggs Reasons: a) Poor Gut Health b) High v ..read more

In an exclusive interview to Poultry TRENDS magazine, Mr. Sanjeev Khanna talks about the current biosecurity & hygiene challenges in poultry industry and his startup – Envizon Biosciences. Mr. Sanjeev Khanna is an Entrepreneur, Leader & strategist. He has completed his UG from BHU & PG in Business Management from BYB, Mumbai. He has over 25 years of working experience with renowned MNCs like Ranbaxy, Elanco & Novus in various leadership positions with different job responsibilities & geographies. He was instrumental in establishing some of the great companies & brands ..read more

Poultry Federation of India (PFI) and USA Poultry and Eggs Export Council (USAPEEC) Sign MOU to Address Protein Deficiency In a historic moment, the Poultry Federation of India (PFI) and the USA Poultry and Eggs Export Council (USAPEEC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collectively combat protein deficiency and promote the consumption of poultry and poultry products in India. The signing ceremony at Hotel The Oberoi, New Delhi on March 20, 2024, brought together esteemed representatives from both organizations, including Mr. Greg Tyler, President & CEO USA Poultry & Egg Ex ..read more

CHESTERFIELD, MO (March 5, 2024) – Novus International, Inc. announces it has completed the acquisition of U.S.-based enzyme company BioResource International, Inc. (BRI). Under the terms of the agreement, NOVUS becomes the owner of all BRI’s products and intellectual property and takes control of the company’s facilities. NOVUS President & CEO Dan Meagher “This move will allow us to serve our customers better and expand our innovation pipeline further,” says NOVUS President & CEO Dan Meagher. “Enzymes are vital tools for producers to ensure animal health and well-being and help delive ..read more

Dr. Anju Ajay Deshpande is a veterinarian turned into an entrepreneur. She completed BVSc. from Nagpur Veterinary College and MVSc. in VPH from COVAS Mannuthy. She has worked at various levels, her journey started as veterinary biosecurity officer, as of today she is the director of various organisations engaged in poultry business. In an exclusive interview to Poultry TRENDS magazine, Dr. Anju shares about her journey, challenges, accomplishments and her message to women. Q: Please brief us about your background Dr. Anju Deshpande: My parents were government employees and during my growing up ..read more

The respiratory system is essential to the birds’ performance. It is important not only for oxygen transport, but also for removal of metabolic waste and by-products. A healthy respiratory system can eliminate 80% of the germs inhaled within 1-3 hours. Due to its highly efficient nature and exposure to the external environment, it is easily susceptible to a range of diseases and problems which can insidiously affect the genetic potential of performance livestock. Sukhjeet Singh Kahlon– Technical Manager, Intracare B.V. The Netherlands In winters and times of respiratory distress and discomfort ..read more

Avian mycoplasmosis, is a contagious respiratory disease that affects poultry, particularly chickens and turkeys. It is caused by various Mycoplasma spp. and can lead to significant economic losses in the poultry industry. Mycoplasmosis is primarily caused by two species of Mycoplasma: Mycoplasma gallisepticum (MG) and Mycoplasma synoviae (MS). These bacteria are responsible for a range of respiratory and systemic infections in birds. These are simplest prokaryotic microorganisms with the ability of self-replication, the most distinguishing characteristic of these bacteria is lack of cell ..read more

Sweden-based specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp has built and commissioned a state-of-the-art, ISCC Plus certified, plant in western India, to meet growing market demand for Penta chemicals. Located in Sayakha, Bharuch, in the state of Gujarat, the facility is officially inaugurated on Feb. 20. “This is the largest investment in Asia so far, in Perstorp’s history. It will further strengthen Perstorp’s position as a sustainable and reliable partner in the region of Asia,” noted Gorm Jensen, Perstorp’s Executive Vice President Commercial & Innovation. “This plant will increase the availa ..read more

Synopsis: CRD & CCRD is a severe & chronic yearlong/anytime infection in all age groups of poultry Poultry Farmers can be victorious and at their ease by overcoming this stubborn infection with the scheduled CRD – C-CRD prevention program with the effective usage of anti-mycoplasma solution through feed and/or through drinking water. Dr. Ram Moorthy D CEO, Geenat E: rammoorthyd@gmail.com W: www.geenat.co.in Phone: +91 93446 42382 CRD – Round the clock with infection CRD infection is caused by Mycoplasma gallisepticum (MG). When MG gets complexed it forms C-CRD – Complexed CRD with eith ..read more

Bengaluru, India (February 7, 2024) – NOVUS recently named Dr. Manish Kumar Singh its new regional director for NOVUS in South Central Asia. In this role, Dr. Singh is responsible for developing and executing the Novus business strategy in the region. “Asia represents a huge opportunity for growth for NOVUS,” says Vaibhav Nagpal, DVM, NOVUS vice president and managing director for Asia. “Manish has extensive expertise about the market and the customers throughout South Central Asia. He also has the confidence of his colleagues to make sound, strategic decisions that will help grow the business ..read more