In The Coop

Dr. Susan Watkins, University of Arkansas shares with us, what the research shows at three different water temperatures during brooding. What temperature do you think showed the highest weight gains by the end of the study. The answer may surprise you. 

Hear what it takes to move research into the barn from Dr.  Doug Korver of University of Alberta. Originally recorded during the Research Impacts webinar 2020. 

We sit down with Dr. Lisa Bielke, a Poultry Enteric Health Researcher, from Ohio State University. Her main focus is on gut health but as you listen to this episode you'll realize that bacteria may be introduced through the gut but they don't always stay put and this can have major impacts on your flock's well being.  

Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on how to keep your coop a clean and safe place for your flock from predators you can and can't see. This project was funded in part through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of the Partnership in Ontario.

Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on keeping your flock properly hydrated for optimal health and production. This project was funded in part through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of the Partnership in Ontario.

Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on the importance of air quality in your coop to optimize your flock's health and production. This project was funded in part through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of the Partnership in Ontario.

Thanks for your patience in airing this episode. In this podcast, Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on how the lighting in your coop to improve your flock's health and production. This project was funded in part through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of the Partnership in Ontario.

Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on how to feed your flock for optimal health and production. This project was funded in part through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of the Partnership in Ontario.

In The Coop will be featuring Dr.Scott Gillingham's FLAWS podcast. Today we dive into what FLAWS stands for and its importance to poultry husbandry no matter your flock size. Stay tuned for the 5 Laws of FLAWS episodes! If you're a visual learner you can sign up for the e-modules regarding FLAWS. These comprehensive videos are easy to understand lessons on taking care of small flocks. These e-modules can be found at ichicken.ca

With the heavy rain this past summer a lot of corn has a mycotoxin called DON present. We invited Dr. Tony Wang from Canadian BioSystems to talk about his research on DON and how it affects the poultry industry. 

Ever been curious about becoming an animal auditor or how one goes about being certified? PIC gets to have a sit down with the Executive Director of PAACO, Collette Kaster.

Dr.Weber joins us for a great overview on why some producers south of the border choose to reuse litter between flocks. He lets us know about the benefits of doing so, as well as, some of the problems that can come along with this and potentially how to deal with those issues. 

Curious about poultry lighting systems and the different options available to you? Listen as we sit down with Bob Morgan from Davian Inc. & Mathew Daniel from Pols Ltd. where we discuss the challenges facing producers when it comes to choosing and maintaining lighting systems. We also take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of the energy efficient ALIS system compared to LED bulb system.  "In The Coop" is a podcast series run every 2-4 weeks and brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Need to beat the heat at your poultry barn this summer? In this episode of In The Coop we sit down with Agricultural Engineer, Harry Huffman who talks to us about the various strategies available to producers when it comes to keeping things cool... "In The Coop" is a podcast series run every 2-4 weeks and brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Is the fly population in your poultry barn starting to get too high? On this episode of "In The Coop", I sit down with OMAFRA's Al Dam and his summer student Cecilia Creighton and discuss some ways that you can combat those pesky insects and what resources are available to producers.  "In The Coop" is a  podcast series run every 2-4 weeks and brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Ever wonder what goes on at the Arkell Poultry Research Station? For this episode, we sit down with Dave Vandenberg, manager of the Arkell Livestock Research Farm to find out! Listen in as we discuss ongoing projects, research capacity and future directions for the station. "In The Coop" is a biweekly podcast series brought to you every other Wednesday by the Poultry Industry Council. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the show's hashtag #InTheCoop

Are you a broiler producer? Is your processor switching to a modular loading system? Then this may be an episode for you! Today on In The Coop we sit down with Dr. Chanelle Taylor, poultry veterinarian for Cargill Canada, and get a processor's perspective on the modular loading movement. Tune in as Dr. Taylor discusses the challenges and benefits of this new transport system, as well as answering some FAQs.  "In The Coop" is a byweekly podcast series brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. Our next episode is scheduled to release Wednesday, May 16th 2018. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCoun and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

This week we sit down with our extra special guest Dr. Peter Ferket at the National Poultry Show. Dr. Ferket is a poultry nutritionist and extension specialist from North Carolina State University who has come home to Canada this week to chat with us. We sit down with Peter to discuss his research on in-ovo nutrition, early feeding and how they can contribute to a successful antibiotic-free program. Listen in as we chat about some of this facsinating research Dr. Ferket is doing in the field of poultry nutrition.  "In The Coop" is a byweekly podcast series brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. The next episode is scheduled to release Wednesday, May 2nd 2018. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Are you an RWA producer? Then this episode may be of interest to you! Tune in as we sit down with Bruce Fox, RWA broiler producer from Central Ontario to discuss his experience using probiotic cleaning products on his farm. Listen as we talk about challenges and benefits Bruce has experienced switching to this alternative cleaning program.   In The Coop is a biweekly podcast series brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. Our next episode will be released Wed, April 18th. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Today we sit down with Dr. Scott Gillingham, poultry veterinarian and author of the new book "Raising Amazing Chicks: the first 7 days". Scott discusses best brooding practices, management strategies and elaborates on F.L.A.W.S.S., M.B.A. and all his other favourite acronyms.  In the Coop is an educational biweekly podcast series brought to you every other Wednesday by the Poultry Industry Council. The next episode is scheduled to release Wed, April 5th 2018. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

Are you considering building a new barn? How about upgrading a old facility? Then this might be the episode for you! This week we sit down with Mark Prociw, Commercial/Industrial Account Representative with Union Gas, to discuss energy efficiency incentive programs farmers should know about. Get the best bang for your buck when upgrading to high efficiency equipment - tune in to find out how! In the Coop is a semi-weekly podcast series brought to you every other Wednesday by the Poultry Industry Council. The next episode will be released Wed, March 21st 2018. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop 

What the heck is HatchTech?! On this week's episode we sit down with Murray Booy, co-founder of the new Trillium Hatchery in Stratford. Murray talk to us about chick quality and discusses some of the cool new features this new Ontario hatchery will have to offer.  In the Coop is a semi-weekly podcast series that is released every other Wednesday. Episode four will air on Wednesday, March 7th 2018. Follow us on on Twitter @PoultryInd and tweet along #InTheCoop

Ever consider a career in avian medicine? On this week's episode we talk to a titian in the Ontario poultry industry and local field veterinarian, Dr. Lloyd Weber. Tune in as Lloyd discusses the qualities he feels every poultry vet should have as he opens up about his experiences servicing the industry. Do you think you have what it takes? Listen in to find out!   In The Coop is a semi-weekly podcast series that is released every other Wednesday. Episode three will air on Wednesday, February 21st 2018. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCoun and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop

The Poultry Industry Council is proud to present the very first episode of our brand new podcast series "In The Coop"! In this episode, tune in and listen to Al Dam, Provincial Poultry Specialist with OMAFRA, discuss transporting birds during extreme cold weather conditions. Zip up your coats and pull down your hats folks, it's about to get chilly!  "In The Coop" is a byweekly podcast series brought to you every other Wednesday by the Poultry Industry Council. Follow us on Twitter @PoultryIndCou and tweet along with the hashtag #InTheCoop