BANGKOK, Thailand. – Aviagen® Asia Pacific recently teamed up with valued Arbor Acres® distributor Korean Grand Parent Breeder (KGB), together hosting a seminar for KGB customers in Ochang, South Korea. The event aimed to provide the latest breeder management advice, custom-tailored to the unique needs and challenges faced by Korean poultry farmers.
The seminar kicked off with a warm welcome from Mr. Kim Insik, Chairman of KGB, setting the stage for an engaging day of expert-led discussions and knowledge sharing. The participants had the opportunity to explore a variety of topics designed to strengthen bird welfare, productivity and sustainability.
Seminar highlights
- Arbor Acres Plus FF market update
Yash Jaiswal, Arbor Acres Asia Pacific Brand Manager, offered an insightful analysis of market trends for the Arbor Acres Plus FF fast-feathering breed, providing strategic advice to help producers stay ahead in the competitive landscape. - Biosecurity in breeder farms
Dr. Jorge Villa, Aviagen Asia Regional Technical Veterinarian, emphasized the importance of advanced biosecurity measures to protect breeder farms from harmful pathogens, safeguarding the health and performance of the flocks. - Female breeder feed management into lay and beyond
Dr. Kim Byoungyoon, Aviagen Asia Pacific Technical Services Manager, shared best practices for female feeding management, focusing on optimizing performance from the laying phase to post-lay, ensuring a healthy and productive flock throughout their lifecycle. - Male management to maintain fertility post 45 weeks
Stan Keimer, Arbor Acres Asia Pacific Technical Services Manager, offered practical strategies for maintaining male fertility beyond 45 weeks, helping producers sustain high productivity in their operations. - Features of Arbor Acres FF Type
Dr. Tae Hyun Lim, Director of KGB, highlighted the unique characteristics of the Arbor Acres FF breed, demonstrating how these features can boost productivity and meet the evolving demands of the Korean market.
“Aviagen is dedicated to 'Breeding Success Together' with our distributors and their customers. We’re committed to providing the latest insights on key topics that support the welfare, sustainability, and productivity of their flocks, ultimately contributing to the success of their operations. This seminar is a great example of how we bring that commitment to life,” said Yash Jaiswal, Arbor Acres Asia Pacific Brand Manager.
