Extending lay periods

08/08/2022 13 min

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Episode Synopsis

Longer laying cycles for birds has been a widely discussed topic in recent years, with some producers successfully achieving 90–100-week lays. But this move hasn’t come without its challenges, particularly in making sure neither egg quality nor bird health is compromised. In this episode, we speak to Richard Jackson, from St David’s Poultry team, to hear his advice on how an extended lay can be achieved successfully.