IN BRIEF
IN BRIEF
uCONTINUING retail demand for premium turkeys has lead Kelly Turkeys to increase promotion of their KellyBronze franchise scheme. With demand outstripping supply last Christmas, Kelly Turkeys are seeking new producers to take on franchises. "It is a profitable niche product," says Paul Kelly. Stand 91
uINCREASED biosecurity concerns have led Farm Assist Aston to develop a range of disinfectants, sanitisers and fumigants. The products are suitable for use in poultry and other livestock housing, together with foot and wheel dips, transport and processing plants, says the firm. The range is described as reliable products sold at competitive prices. Stand 100
uAN announcement by the government on the future of egg production systems has been welcomed by the British Egg Industry Council. There had been fears that DEFRA would outlaw enriched cages. Andrew Parker, BEIC chairman, reacted to the announcement by saying: "Permitting enriched cages will allow us to continue to produce competitively priced eggs, while protecting the industry from cheaper imports." Stand 69
uHIGHER consumer demand has led to a doubling in the number of free range and barn eggs produced in the UK under the Freedom Food banner, according to figures released by the RSPCA. Mike Sharpe, chief executive of Freedom Food, said he was delighted with the difference consumers were making to the lives of laying hens. Stand 218
uTHE worlds largest pig breeding company will be celebrating its 40th birthday at the Pig and Poultry Fair. PIC, formed in 1962, has developed to the stage where its genetics are found in more than 50% of UK herds. "The industry has changed dramatically over the last 40 years, but PIC has the global resources to continue advancing the UK pig industry," says Steve Dunstan, PIC general manager. Stand 312
uWANT to know how to secure a future in pigs or poultry, then ADAS is keen to talk you though its business solutions to help identify ways to maintain a competitive edge. ADAS believes there is a range of options to consider, including diversification, adding value, meeting customer needs and working with the environment. Stand 101. *