Genetic Selection’s Impact on Broiler Chicken Health
- September 29, 2024
- By:weservebest
- Tags: Advancements in Poultry Genetics, Animal Genetics and Health, Broiler Chicken Genetics, Broiler Chicken Welfare, Chicken Health Management, Genetic selection in poultry, Impact of Genetics on Poultry Health, Poultry Breeding Practices, Selection Strategies for Broiler Chickens
- Category:Broiler Chicken Breeds and Genetics, Selective Breeding and Genetic Improvement
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The broiler chicken industry has made huge strides in genetic selection. This has led to better productivity and efficiency. Over the last 20 years, breeding companies have focused on traits like body weight and growth rate. Now, broilers are expected to reach 2.34 kg (5 lb) in under 29 days by 2034. But, this intense focus on production traits has…