Broiler-Type Eggs Set in the United States Up 2 Percent

Jan 14, 2015

Hatcheries in the United States weekly program set 214 million eggs in incubators during the week ending January 10, 2015, up 2 percent from a year ago. Hatcheries in the 19 State weekly program set 206 million eggs in incubators during the week ending January 10, 2015, up 2 percent from the year earlier. Average hatchability for chicks hatched during the week in the United States was 84 percent. Average hatchability is calculated by dividing chicks hatched during the week by eggs set three weeks earlier.

Broiler-Type Chicks Placed in the United States Up 3 Percent

Broiler growers in the United States weekly program placed 177 million chicks for meat production during the week ending January 10, 2015, up 3 percent from a year ago. Broiler growers in the 19 State weekly program placed 170 million chicks for meat production during the week ending January 10, 2015, up 3 percent from the year earlier.

Source: USDA

Video: Alternatives to Antibiotics - Dr. Luciana Rossi

In this special re-run episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Luciana Rossi, Associate Professor at the University of Milan, who discusses alternatives to antibiotics in swine nutrition. She explores antimicrobial resistance, the role of functional ingredients, and the potential of biochar in improving gut health and sustainability. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Biochar, a vegetable charcoal produced by pyrolysis, has shown potential in reducing diarrhea incidence and improving gut health in weaning piglets."

Meet the guest: Dr. Luciana Rossi https://www.linkedin.com/in/luciana-r... is an Associate Professor at the University of Milan, specializing in animal nutrition, biotechnology, and innovative feed strategies. Her work focuses on functional ingredients, edible vaccines, and alternatives to antimicrobials to improve swine health and sustainability. Her research advances nutritional solutions that reduce disease risk and environmental impact.