Articles by Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

Promoting a culture of scientific advancement

Research is one of the main pillars that USPOULTRY and its foundation is built upon.

Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

May 13, 2024

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At any given time, 30–35 active USPOULTRY research projects are ongoing.

Evaluating the Effects of Variable Light Intensity Programs on Broiler Welfare

Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

June 18, 2021

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Light intensity has been shown to affect the activity of birds, but most studies have focused on constant light intensities to determine their effect on welfare. Light intensity preference behavior of birds has been suggested to be an additional component of bird welfare.

Commentary | Poultry Perspectives

Pest-repellent paint: poultry-safe, environmentally friendly

Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

September 2, 2020

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The pest-control technologies currently used for poultry facilities primarily rely on spraying pesticides to disinfect waterers and feeders.

Commentary | Poultry Perspectives

Research targets re-emerging blackhead disease in the turkey and chicken industries

Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

March 13, 2020

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Blackhead disease is an important disease in the commercial turkey and chicken industries. The disease is introduced to turkeys by transmission of the eggs of the cecal worm Heterakis gallinarum by contact with chickens or chicken litter.

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IPPE 2025

The International Production & Processing Expo is the world's largest annual poultry and egg, meat, and animal food industry event of its kind. A wide range of domestic and international decision-makers attend this annual event to find solutions for their business, network with industry colleagues, and learn about the latest technological developments and issues facing the industry.

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Articles by Denise Heard, Ph.D., U.S. Poultry & Egg Association

Promoting a culture of scientific advancement

Evaluating the Effects of Variable Light Intensity Programs on Broiler Welfare

Pest-repellent paint: poultry-safe, environmentally friendly

Research targets re-emerging blackhead disease in the turkey and chicken industries

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