In a July 18th release, Aviagen announced collaboration with the Professional Animal Auditors Certification Organization (PAACO) to enhance educational activities. The intention is to develop videos narrated by animal welfare experts affiliated with Aviagen for continuing education of PAACO-certified auditors. Topics will include, “Stockmanship in Relation to Flock Welfare” and “Brooding for Optimal Performance” The intended presentation “Care of Hatching Eggs From Farm to Hatchery” has only indirect relevance to flock welfare but is important in the context of productivity.
Previously Aviagen collaborated with PAACO to host the first virtual in-house training program to certify Company personnel.