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Italian researchers explored the benefits of in ovo injection of microalgae (Spirulina Platensis) on broiler performance and hatchability. Photo: Ruud Ploeg
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In-ovo microalgae injection to improve broiler hatchability and performance

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Understanding the dynamics of worm infestation in poultry

By using genomics, a breeder knows what the genetic makeup of a duckling is one day after hatch. Photo: Penn communicatie
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Accelerating the genetic selection in ducks

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