Resources: Poultry

A hand holds a cracked eggshell containing a vibrant orange yolk. In the background, blurred white and brown eggs are visible, suggesting a kitchen or cooking setting. The image is focused on the rich color and texture of the raw egg yolk.

Once at the center of the egg, and now at the center of discussion, egg yolks have been quite the topic due to confusion and controversy around their nutritional value. Although eggs are a breakfast favorite, and often a staple ...

Heat stressed chicken sitting on the ground

Preventing, Identifying, and Treating Heat Stress in Chickens

During the hot summer months, heat stress becomes a significant concern for many poultry owners. Chickens have a limited ability to regulate their body temperature, making them highly susceptible to heat stress. They lack sweat glands and rely on just ...

Phytase Supplementation in Home Fresh^® Poultry

By Michael Edmonds, Ph.D., Vice President, Swine and Poultry Nutrition, Kent Nutrition Group and Tom Weber, Ph.D., Technical Manager, Innovative Solutions AAs a way to optimize nutrient utilization and sustainability, we have been using supplemental phytase in pig and poultry ...

What to Feed Layer Hens Through Each Life Stage

Are you new to raising chickens for eggs? With so many brands of feed and so many formulas, making a decision on what to feed your flock and when can be daunting. Here are a few tips to help you ...

The Essential Chick Days Shopping List

What and where to buy — and how much it will cost If you’re a first-timer raising chicks this season, you’re likely doing some research on exactly what you need to bring home to ensure they’re happy, healthy, secure and ...

Feeding Tips for a Happy, Healthy and Thriving Flock

When it comes to nutrition, especially if you’re a new chicken parent, you’re not just going to grab the first bag of feed you see on the shelf. You want to be sure you’re feeding your flock what they need ...