Kenneth Anderson

Dr. Kenneth Anderson, professor, poultry science, North Carolina State University, [email protected]
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Egg Production
How to create an effective HACCP plan for shell egg plants
Though not required for shell egg processing plants, based on the insight gained from the last shell egg recall maybe it’s time for a HACCP plan.
Every operation should have a recall and traceability plan, sanitation standard operating procedures, employee training records and pest control plan, along with any other prerequisite programs that may be needed. It is important that employees understand the need for such procedures and records. (Andrea Gantz)
Broilers & Turkeys
Guest commentary: Is there enough US land for range animal production?
There are people advocating and pushing us in animal agriculture to let agricultural animals have access to the outdoors converting from confinement to free-range operations.
Less corn will be available across the U.S. for feeding animals this year, so the use of wheat is expected to increase. (fredleonero | Bigstock.com)
Egg Production
Helping egg producers prepare for an uncertain future
Considerable discussion has taken place in the egg industry over the years as to the relevance of evaluating the performance of strains of laying hens under a single management system.
Enriched cages at the North Carolina’s Piedmont Research facility are one of the five housing alternatives where breeds of hens can be tested.
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