Brazil's poultry sector conducts major technical training on genetics and biosafety

Cobb‑Vantress organized an exclusive technical immersion for the leadership and field teams of Pluma Agroavícola at its administrative office in Guapiaçu, São Paulo. The program reviewed productivity indicators, strategic planning for upcoming production cycles, and updated handling protocols for heavy‑weight breeding hens, emphasizing genetics, ambience, and egg incubation. Cobb officials Eduardo Loewen and Gustavo Triques highlighted the focus on data‑driven solutions and joint strategy development.

Aviagen, Vaxxinova and JBS‑Seara held a four‑day knowledge‑sharing event in São José, Santa Catarina, gathering roughly 100 aviculture professionals. The agenda covered practical biosafety measures, reproductive‑stock management, intestinal health, diagnostic tools, and vaccination strategies. Speakers including Rodrigo Tedesco (Aviagen), Gustavo Schaefer (Vaxxinova), Eduardo Souza (Aviagen) and Jean Paulo Contini (JBS‑Seara) stressed the integration of genetics, biosafety and consistent handling practices to improve flock performance and sustain industry standards.