Controlling the main causes of carcass condemnation in broilers and turkeys- Part 1
Carcass condemnation is a costly problem for the poultry industry. This article will briefly describe two of the most common reasons for carcass condemnation in poultry, what might cause it, and possibilities to reduce it.
Tool of the Month: Manometer
Name: Manometer Cost: $65 to $130 Available at Hardware stores, Amazon, and manufacturers’ websites Intended use A manometer is used to measure differential pressure at the poultry barns. The static […]
People of Poultry: Karen Summerfield: Research and Knowledge Mobilization Officer for the Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC)
With a background in facilitation and conflict training, a curious mind, and a desire to make connections at all levels of the poultry industry, Karen Summerfield has found a perfect fit in her role as Research and Knowledge Mobilization Officer for the Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC). Her job includes managing the EFC Research Chairs Program and coordinating the mobilization of research results directly to farmers on the ground.
“I have found that my training in facilitation and conflict resolution has been a really strong asset, particularly in terms of connecting people together and creating spaces for them to engage and share knowledge,” said Summerfield.
“The egg industry is such a great place to work in as well. There is always something interesting going on, both in terms of research and on the farm.”
Through EFC, Summerfield is directly involved in initiatives that are having a very tangible, measurable, and long-term impact in the egg industry and beyond. Read on to learn more about current research, the National Environmental Sustainability Tool, and a program created specifically to support women in the egg industry.