In a February 1st release, Aviagen has announced that Eddy van Lierde will serve as Global Head of Incubation Services. He will replace Dinah Nicholson who will transition to retirement. In his new position van Lierde will lead a team of incubation specialists to support customers worldwide and to provide input to Aviagen hatcheries. Aviagen will continue to work closely with major manufacturers of incubation and chick handling equipment.
Commenting on the appointment, van Lierde stated, “I’m excited to begin this new adventure with a dedicated group of people who are committed to our customers and our birds and I am proud to be part of their team.” Eddy has completed 30 years in the industry joining Aviagen in 1995 in New Zealand and gaining experience in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. A native of Belgium he was trained at the Japan Livestock Technology Association School with a specialty in hatchery management and poultry husbandry.