poultry breeding is the controlled mating and selection of chickens to enhance desirable traits like

Poultry breeding adapts chicken breeds to meet consumer preferences production system requirements, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with regulations

Genetics play a fundamental role to produce efficient, high-quality, economical protein for human consumption

these chicken are typically bred for ornamental purposes, captive enthusiasts due to their unique appearance and adherence to specific standars

example of fighting (gamefowl)

one of the most common egg type breed known for their prolific egg-laying abilities

typically come in pairs, with one set donated from the mother and one from the farher

segment of DNA that carries a blueprint for the function of a cell; characteristics of an organism

a gene that can express itself only in the homozygous state

controlled and mechanized process of creating optimal environmental conditions

provision of a conducive environment, proper nutrition, and vigilant monitoring

aims to enhance characteristics such as egg production, disease resistance, or meat quality over successive generations

feeding options except:

performed to trigger a bird’s immune system to produce antibodies against an infection

egg method uses an automatic tray which collects the egg that has rolled to the front of the cage

which of the following statments accurately reflects the significance of poultry in human nutrition?

Which if the following statements accurately reflects the role of poultry in economic stability?

aimed at enhancing and refining chicken breeds for specific traits; goal of optimizing genetic potential for increased productivity and sustainability?

comprehensive care of chickens, involving housing, nutrition, health care, and overall farm management

used to distinguish different breeds of chickens?

Building block for muscle growth and tissue repair

Broiler require high __ levels in their starter diets to support their initial growth

most essential nutrient; 60% of broiler’s body weight

micronutrient responsible for the function of enzymes, bone development, and blood cell reproduction

stage where broiler require lower protein levels and higher energy content

during starter days, chicks are highly prone to __

micronutrient responsible for gut health and digestibility

stage when broilers undergo significant muscle deposition and fat accumulation

not a broiler disease

regulates illnesses such as infected bursal disease

given to chicks at the hatchery; against infectious bronchitis, providing early protection

Nutritional demands can change as a result of illness or disease, as well as absorption. Sick animals could need modification to their nutrition to aid in healing.

Most important nutrient; more than 60% of the total weight of a broiler

usually given between 2 and 3 weeks of age to strengthen immunity, including immunization against infectious bronchitis and marek’s illness

vital part of the global poultry industry; major source of protein for human consumption

not common broiler disease

purpose of vaccination in broiler farming

clearing land for feed production and chicken contributes to deforestation and loss of biodiversity

type of vaccine uses a non-pathogenic agent to carry protective genes from pathogens

broiler disease prevention

crucial consideration when selecting the location for broiler housing

commonly used for roofing in broiler houses

essential aspect of ventilation in broiler housing

environmental condition is optimal for rearing broilers

minimum amount of floor space required per broiler

when choosing a location, what should be avoided?

common types of floor in broiler housing?

what is brooding in poultry production?

Type of brooding; using a broody hen to provide warmth to chicks?

What is the advantage of artificial brooding over natural brooding

equipment necessary for brooding in poultry

primary function of a brooder guard (chick guard)

type of hover; mounted with stands on all four corners

purpose of thermometer in brooding

Bounty fresh chicken is one of the Philippines’ largest and fastest growing broiler integrators

Vitarich is one of the oldest agricultural integrators in the Philippines

Does practicing good sanitation can help rodent and fly control, and biosecurity during the life of the flock?

farm or establisment or enterprise that raise livestock and poultry animals

Which criteria for commercial farm is correct?

price received by poultry raisers for their produce at the location of the farm

actual number of animals present on the farm in a given references period

premises/facilities where food animals are slaughtered for human consumption

premises that are approved and registered by controlling authority which poultry are dressed for human consumption

Poultry industry challenges

birds raised in intensive production need to be immune to certain diseases in order to attain their potential

sudden raise in ambient temperature can lead to

vaccination program should be employed for day old chicks

Increasing demands also creates more job oppurtunities

foodborne or zoonotic diseases

causes treatment failure of some diseases in poultry

domesticated avian species; can be raised for its feathers, meat, and egg

Chicken 93%; Ducks 4%; Turkey 3%

Gallus domesticus

Corurnix coturnix

Cygnus atratus

Scientific name of turkey

Struthio australis

leading species everywhere

Ducks are leading species in Asia

highest population in North America

major contributor to poultry meat and eggs in the world

Chicken ancestor can be found in

Chicken’s ancestor

Chicken’s respiration rate is relatively higher than larger animals (13 air sacs)

the skeleton of the fowl is compact, lightweight, and strong

interesting feature of chicken; available source of calcium for eggshell formation

cooling system of chickens

chicken has simple digestive system

It takes 5 hours for food to pass through the digestive tract from beak to cloaca

Breeding goals except:

Basis of Selection

also called mass selection

record of individual’s ancestors including parent

individuals are selected on the lerformance of their family

individuals are chosen based on the performance of their brothers and sisters

Method of selection

selection of one trait at a time for improvement until satisfactory level of improvement is achieved; time consuming method

selection of many traits can be done at a time or simultaneously by setting up minimum standard level for each trait

also called total score method

commonly used breeding practice; 20-30 males run with 250-300 females in flock