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ANALYSIS: Navigating Growth and Resilience at the Hatchery
When analyzing the latest chicken hatchery data from late December through early January, it is evident that the trends dominating much of 2024 have persisted into the new year. The number of chicks placed, and eggs set continues to significantly surpass both last year’s figures and the five-year average. This sustained growth aligns with expanding consumer demand for chicken, driven by its broad availability and cost-effectiveness compared to other proteins like beef.
However, the industry continues to face notable challenges, particularly with hatchability rates. While there have...
ANALYSIS: Hatching Plans to Combat Future Uncertainty
Anyone intimately involved in the turkey industry has most likely had their eyes on the hatchery data to start the year. Substantial reductions in all three major categories, Eggs In Incubators, Eggs Hatched and Net Poults Placed have taken place over the past few months which leads many to question what exactly is causing the downtrend. The answer though, may not be as simple as it once was. Traditionally speaking, when hatchery statistics move notably higher or lower, it comes as a concerted effort by the industry to better align with current and...
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