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HyCare in poultry farming
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Real stories from farmers
Honest insights from poultry farmers using HyCare every day:format(webp))
Peter van de Beek is the manager of the Poultry Innovation Lab, part of the Poultry Expertise Centre. At the location in Barneveld, there are practical barns for broilers and laying hens, as well as insect facilities where, among others, black soldier flies are bred.
Why HyCare?
“Hygiene and animal health are crucial for us. We receive students, trainees, and visitors in our visible barn every day, and we want to show them how to keep poultry in a responsible way while minimizing the risk of introducing animal diseases. HyCare fits perfectly with that goal.”
The journey to HyCare
“In our broiler barn, we implemented changes such as a coated floor and a color-coded system for clothing and equipment. These adjustments make it easier to truly apply HyCare in practice. The biggest challenge was giving clear instructions and assigning responsibilities to the staff. We’ve made significant progress in that area.”
What does it bring you?
“For students, HyCare creates awareness, why you do things and how to do them properly. It results in a clean, safe working environment. Thanks to the HyCare coach and ongoing monitoring, we get clear insights into where improvements can be made and that helps us grow in a structured way.”
Key elements that drive these results
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Germ-free living environment
A healthy bird starts with a clean barn. By consistently cleaning and disinfecting, you take away the breeding ground for pathogens. This helps prevent the spread of Salmonella, Campylobacter and other harmful germs. In daily practice, you use MS Topfoam and MS Megades for thorough cleaning and disinfection. For strong biosecurity in and around the barn, rely on products like MS Kiemkill, gloves, overalls and hand disinfectants.:format(webp))
Clean drinking water
Water is the most important ‘feed’ for your birds. If it’s not clean, your entire flock suffers. With HyCare, you ensure that water lines are free from biofilm and that clean, safe drinking water is available at all times. Products like Di-O-Clean and the Digidoser help maintain high-quality water every day.:format(webp))
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Pore-free surfaces
Smooth surfaces are easier and more effective to clean. No hidden corners, no buildup of dirt or germs. A coated barn is cleaner, quicker to disinfect, and helps protect your animals’ health. That’s why we recommend coating floors and walls.:format(webp))
Pest-free stables
Pests like mice, rats and flies carry trouble They can spread harmful germs and bacteria. That’s why it’s so important to keep them out of your barn. In poultry farming, we tackle pests with smart steps: using traps, sealing off entry points and checking the barn regularly. Less pests means less risk and better protection for your birds’ health. With HyCare Digital, you can monitor pest activity in your barns 24/7. That way, you always know what’s going on and where action is neededBiosecurity
The word ‘biosecurity’ always comes up when we talk about preventing and controlling diseases in poultry farming.
Whenever there’s an outbreak – like avian influenza – biosecurity is one of the first things experts recommend. It plays a key role in stopping the spread of harmful pathogens.
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