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𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣 𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 – 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗠𝗨𝗠 & 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Practical sessions are an integral part of Progressus AgriSchools to promote a deeper understanding of concepts where participants gain knowledge and skills through hands-on practice. This enhances participants' understanding and retention of information, so they can more easily apply what they learned in their jobs, to better manage ventilation for improved poultry health and performance. According to Michael Longley, Managing Consultant, Food Chain Enterprises, all ventilation problems are detectable, quantifiable, and solvable, and should be managed effectively to reduce any economic losses. A simple smoke test will show if the air is moving as it should. This is why we have developed a model poultry house as an effective tool to visualize key ventilation principles, by using smoke to show how air moves. This clearly demonstrates how air enters the house, and at what speed and direction. It also helps detect any “dead spots,” where air does not move, or airspeed is reduced, and any leakages. #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣 𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 - 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Transitional ventilation is a temperature-driven process, it is used when house temperature rises above set-point, or if birds are too young for tunnel ventilation. It removes excess heat but does not cool birds. Once again observing bird behavior is crucial for determining the effectiveness of the transition ventilation system, stressed AgriSchool facilitator, Glenn Bushell. Signs of discomfort, such as huddling or panting, can indicate that adjustments are needed to the ventilation setup. For instance, if birds are sitting close together and showing signs of cold, it may be necessary to reduce airflow or adjust fan settings to increase warmth. Conversely, if birds are panting or spreading out excessively, it may indicate overheating, prompting an increase in airflow. Glenn recommended that changes to ventilation settings should be made gradually, especially with young birds that are more sensitive to temperature fluctuations. Rapid changes can lead to stress and negatively impact growth and health. Instead, bird behavior should be monitored continuously, and incremental adjustments should be made every 20-30 minutes to assess the impact of those changes. The 2025 In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation, will ensure you have the right skills and training to manage transitional ventilation more effectively. Refer to the Progressus website for details https://lnkd.in/eFqK8dWs #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣 𝗢𝗙 𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 - 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗠𝗨𝗠 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 The first phase is minimum ventilation. Minimum ventilation provides fresh air and removes stale air from the house. Some amount of ventilation MUST be given to birds right from placement. Minimum ventilation creates very little air movement at bird level it is not adequate for cooling birds and is therefore used during brooding, night time, or when the weather is cool(er) explained Michael Longley, Managing Consultant, Food Chain Enterprises. Appropriate control of the environment and temperature is particularly important for young birds. Chicks are poikilothermic – they are unable to regulate body temperature until 12-14 days of age. During this period, they rely heavily on their environment to maintain optimal body temperature. For the first few days post-hatching, chicks need to be kept in warm environments (typically around 30-34°C) to prevent chilling. Chicks exposed to temperatures outside their comfort zone can experience stress, which negatively affects their growth and immune function. During minimum ventilation, birds should be ventilated by air that has been warmed and dried inside the house, before reaching floor level – not by direct incoming air that may be too cold and wet and will cause wet litter and bird performance issues. Incoming air should be directed towards the peak of the roof, where warm air congregates. This helps warm the incoming air and in return will reduce the relative humidity of the air, making it easier for the air to absorb moisture which results in a drier house and litter. Smoke tests can confirm if the airflow direction and inlet settings are correct. With minimum ventilation, air enters the house inside via evenly distributed air inlets. The house must be airtight to allow negative pressure to control the direction and speed of incoming air, which should be directed up to the roof Minimum ventilation is not a temperature-driven process. The fans operate according to a cycle timer and not according to temperature. Michael went to stress that monitoring bird behavior is as important during minimum ventilation as at any other time of the flock's life. Want to learn more about minimum ventilation techniques to get your birds off to the best start? Check out the details of the In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation 2025, on the Progressus website: https://lnkd.in/eFqK8dWs #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗦 Organised by 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝘀 and 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀, the In-Person AgriSchool: Poultry House Ventilation successfully concluded today. Participants from a diverse range of backgrounds throughout southeast and south Asia advanced their knowledge and skills of managing poultry house ventilation, through a comprehensive and interactive three-day certificate course led by industry experts. The AgriSchool explored, in detail, the theory and practical implementation of ventilation best practices, and linked them to bird physiology, to help manage ventilation more effectively, to implement changes as needed, to improve the bird’s environment and hence its performance. Attendees achieved a good knowledge of each of the three main modes of ventilation - minimum, transitional, and tunnel. With a passion for improving the knowledge and skills of the poultry industry, AgriSchool not only provides the opportunity to learn from world-class experts but also connect with other industry professionals to exchange experiences and information. Whether you are a farm assistant, farm manager, production manager, or supplier of ventilation equipment, or animal health products such as respiratory vaccines, the 2025 In-Person AgriSchool: Poultry House Ventilation can improve your understanding of ventilation strategies, and its impact on bird health and performance. For more details see the Progressus website: https://lnkd.in/eFqK8dWs #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 – 𝗗𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 The objective is to visit the house with as little disruption to the birds’ behaviour as possible. You want to assess how happy are the birds with the environment you are providing them. Firstly, make sure no one has been in the house in the last 30 minutes. Approach the house quietly – and not while you are on your mobile. AgriSchool facilitator, 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹 explained that good stock person will ‘talk chicken’ using all their senses – sight, taste, hearing, smell and feel – every time they are with their birds. He emphasised that excellent flock stockmanship at all times is the foundation for success. Stockmanship is something that comes with experience and aptitude, and significantly improves animal welfare and productivity. Glenn stressed that while sensors are a guide; after carefully observing your birds, you will be in a better position to evaluate your ventilation settings. For example, recognising changes in flock behaviour, such as vocalisations. Birds that are noisy and distress-calling may be cold, whereas birds that are quiet may be too hot. This may give an early warning of a problem, allowing prompt corrective action. He recommended that in addition to bird behaviour, you also observe vent openings (uniformity/amount open), mechanical noises (inside and outside the house), litter quality, and the incidence of footpad dermatitis and hock burn. With so much to learn, why not join the 2025 In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation? Please visit the Progressus website for further details: https://lnkd.in/g8fdfHeY #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 – 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮) Air velocity, or the speed at which air enters the broiler house, is just one aspect of ventilation that must be managed correctly to ensure that the population grows in a balanced environment, noted 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘆, Managing Consultant, Food Chain Enterprises. Incorrect air velocity has a direct impact on bird comfort, and if mismanaged, will create uneven growing conditions. Key to controlling how and where air enters the house is ensuring the house is tightly sealed. If there are holes in your house, the air will enter through them, rather than where you want it to enter which reduces negative pressure and inhibits your ability to control air speed and direction. The ventilation requirements of the bird changes as it grows and with climatic conditions. Furthermore, each poultry house may have different ventilation needs depending on its design. For this reason, climate control systems must never be used as the sole indicator of the suitability of the house environment. Michael stressed that bird behaviour, such as distribution, activity, vocalisation, panting and feed intake, should be monitored closely at all stages, and if necessary ventilation adjusted until birds are seen to be comfortable once more. Want to learn more about critical management areas, how ventilation changes with bird age, and essential principles of temperature, pressure and humidity? Check out the details of the In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Ventilation Poultry 2025, on the Progressus website: https://lnkd.in/eFqK8dWs #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 – 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭) Poultry house ventilation is arguably the most important management tool for a farm manager to use. As the birds grow and climates change the system needs to be able to adapt and cope with the changing demands to keep the birds in their comfort zone which ensures optimal biological performance, explained 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘆, Managing Consultant, Food Chain Enterprises. The goal is a good, uniform climate at bird level throughout the house, regardless of the ambient conditions. He noted that ventilation is one of the most important, but often mismanaged, aspects of poultry production. The main purpose of ventilation is to keep the birds within a flock comfortable, or within their 'thermo-neutral zone', while maintaining good air quality and removing excess heat, harmful gases, moisture, and dust from the house environment. He defined good air quality as oxygen >20.6%, carbon dioxide <3,000ppm, carbon monoxide <10ppm, ammonia <10ppm, and relative humidity 55-75%. The 'thermo-neutral zone' is an environment where the birds feel most comfortable and exhibit maximum energy (feed) intake for minimum energy expenditure. Energy will be converted as bodyweight gain or egg production, rather than expended to produce heat if it is too cold or lost through increased respiration if it is too hot. Excessive humidity can exacerbate heat stress conditions. High levels of humidity make the temperature ‘feel’ warmer and limit a bird’s ability to lose heat. Michael stressed the need to always consider both temperature and humidity when it comes to bird comfort. #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 The In-Person AgriSchool – Poultry House Ventilation, commenced today in Bangkok. Participants from throughout Asia look forward to taking their ventilation management skills to the next level, achieving both the genetic potential and consistent performance of their flocks, and improving the bottom line of their operations. Organized by Progressus Asia, and Food Chain Enterprises, the comprehensive 3-day program includes sessions on best practices for: • Minimum ventilation • Transitional ventilation • Tunnel ventilation • House design for ventilation • Retrofitting open-sided houses • Daily ventilation inspections • Preventative maintenance With a passion for improving the knowledge and skills of the poultry industry, AgriSchool provides the opportunity to learn from world-class experts and connect with other industry professionals to exchange valuable experiences and information. Are you looking to improve the performance of your poultry flock? Then don’t miss the next In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation 2025. For more details see the Progressus website: https://lnkd.in/eFqK8dWs #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHV2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡 – 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Transitional ventilation involves using a combination of tunnel and sidewall ventilation systems. It is used when temperature rises above set-point, or if birds are too young for tunnel ventilation. AgriSchool facilitator, Glenn Bushell will consider key factors for transitional ventilation, including: • System design & configuration • Managing air inlets • Evaluating transitional ventilation • Transitional ventilation calculations • Practical session – model poultry house The In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation, will ensure you have the right skills and training to manage ventilation more effectively no matter if you work with broilers or broiler breeders. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 at https://lnkd.in/g8fdfHeY For group registration or more details, email us at info@progressus.asia 📅 When: December 4-6, 2024 📍 Where: Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok, Sukhumvit 15 #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHVP2024 #Progressus #FCE

𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡 – 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 Effective ventilation is critical for maintaining optimal litter quality in broiler houses, as it directly influences air quality, moisture levels, and overall bird health. This presentation will consider: • Wet litter – ventilation causes & effects • Ventilation challenges & actions Want to learn more? Presented by globally recognized experts, the In-Person AgriSchool: Farm House Poultry Ventilation will help you expand your skills and knowledge to help you better manage poultry ventilation systems. Register now at https://lnkd.in/g8fdfHeY For group registration or more details, email us at info@progressus.asia 📅 When: December 4-6, 2024 📍 Where: Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok, Sukhumvit 15 #Poultry #FarmVentilation #AgriSchool #FHVP2024 #Progressus #FCE