Training on Layer Management & Health
Scope of the Layer Management & Health training: This training program is designed to empower poultry farmers, farm managers, and industry professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to optimize layer performance, ensure bird health, and achieve sustainable profitability. The training covers a comprehensive range of topics tailored to address modern challenges in poultry farming.
Register for our training in Brasil:
Core Topics Covered:
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Behavior of Birds:
- Understanding the physical and behavioral characteristics of layers.
- Insights into bird physiology to enhance welfare and productivity.
- Digestive and Reproductive Development:
- Detailed study of the digestive system and nutrient absorption.
- Key stages of reproductive development for maximizing egg production.
- Disease Management:
- In-depth exploration of critical diseases, including:
- Salmonella and its impact on health and egg safety.
- Mycoplasma infections and control strategies.
- Coccidiosis, Histomonas, and other parasitic challenges.
- Effective management of worm infestations.
- Strategies for prevention, early detection, and treatment.
- In-depth exploration of critical diseases, including:
- Addressing Environmental Challenges:
- Identifying and mitigating the effects of heat stress on layer performance.
- Best practices for maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
- Practical Diagnostics:
- Necropsy of Birds: Hands-on sessions to identify disease causes and mortality trends.
- Egg Analysis: Techniques for assessing egg quality, shell strength, and production health indicators.
- Interactive Workshops:
- Dynamic discussions to exchange experiences and best practices.
- Problem-solving sessions guided by expert facilitators.
Who is it for: poultry professionals, veterinarians, growers, farmers, nutritionists, technical advisors.
Language: Portuguese
Accreditation: This training will be accredited by NGROD and WVEPAH.
Pricing
Workshop Only (2 days): € 1.000 (excl. VAT).
- Register for the live training
Hotel, per night: € 110 * in Bruges, Belgium.
Hotel, per night: € 50 * in Brasil.
Dinner, per night: € 60 in Bruges, Belgium.
Dinner, per night: € 20 in Brasil.
Attendees are welcome to book their accommodation through us with our group-rate up to 2 weeks before the event.
* Hotel rates are subject to change due to the high demand during high season.
Program: Layer Management & Health
Day 1: Morning session
- Welcome: Introduction, layers anatomy and physiology
- Layer Signals: How to investigate a problem
- How to align intestinal and reproductive tract in layers
- Parasitology: coccidiosis
Day 1: Afternoon session
- Parasitology: worms, histomonas, red mites
- Metabolic diseases in layers: Fatty liver
- Necropsy: birds and eggs
Day 2: Morning session
- Salmonella control and prevention
- Workshop Salmonella
- Respiratory diseases: focus on Mycoplasma
- Workshop Mycoplasma
Day 2: Afternoon session
- Management of commercial layers in hot conditions
- Egg Quality
- Implementing biosecurity in layer operation
- Evaluation test for accredited certification
Speakers
Carlos Vier
DVM & Poultry consultant
Carlos Vier holds a degree in Veterinary Medicine from UFRGS in Brazil. In 2023, Carlos joined Vetworks Brazil. Currently, he’s pursuing a postgraduate course in Poultry Health Sciences at Ghent University, further enriching his knowledge and expertise in the field.
Africa Fernández-Gutiérrez
DVM, MRCVS & Global poultry consultant
Since June 2019, Africa works as Global poultry consultant at Vetworks with focus on breeder parent’s management, pathogens control, and biosecurity and health plans.
Hilde Van Meirhaeghe
DVM & Global poultry consultant
Hilde is a global Poultry Consultant at Vetworks since 2010. She’s previously worked with DGZ and currently working with several partners and projects.
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Accreditation
Accreditation from the Flemish Veterinary Board (NGROD)
