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 To mark the 67th consecutive year of exhibiting at the IPPE, Aviagen will promote “breeding for sustainability” as the theme of their presentations. As a major international primary broiler breeder Aviagen follows a balanced breeding approach integrating selected genetic traits to optimize health, performance, welfare and sustainability.
Aviagen has prepared three sustainability-related advisories to guide producers. These comprise sustainability in broiler production; balanced breeding to promote welfare and performance and sustainable development goals for broiler producers.
During the IPPE, Dr. Bill Stanley, Director of Global Health Monitoring will address the American Feed Association on biosecurity and the effect on sustainability by enhancing food safety and securing a food supply. The presentation will be made in room A402 of the GWCC on Wednesday, January 29th 09h35 to 10h05.
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Jan Henricksen CEO of Aviagen |
Dr. Anne-Marie Neeteson, Global Vice President of Welfare and Compliance will participate in a panel discussion on Thursday, January 30th from 0730 to 09hoo in room A412 of the GWCC.
Commenting on the 2020 IPPE, the CEO of Aviagen, Jan Henriksen stated “as our theme of Breeding Sustainability implies, investments in the breeding program are directly linked to sustainability and productivity, as well as poultry health and welfare. We look forward to discussing the important measures we have taken to promote the sustainability of our industry in the interest of people around the world and of generations to come.”
Aviagen is a global primary breeder marketing commercial broiler chickens under the Arbor Acres®, Indian River® and Ross® brands. In addition, Aviagen markets Rowan Ranger® and Specialty Males® that offer flexibility for customers to meet specific market requirements.
Aviagen employs 4,600 and has a distribution network serving 100 nations. Aviagen is based in Huntsville, AL. and operates company facilities in the U.K., Turkey, Latin America, India, Australia, New Zealand and joint franchises in Asia.