Upcoming poultry conferences to address industry biosecurity and regulation
Teagasc is set to host two vital poultry meat conferences in Monaghan and Cork later this month. Industry experts will offer essential guidance on avian influenza protocols, emission standards, and effective heat stress management for modern farmers.
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Poultry advisor Rebecca Tierney has previewed a series of upcoming industry conferences, designed to provide farmers with the latest technical and regulatory updates. These events are scheduled for 29 September at the Hillgrove Hotel in Monaghan and 30 September at Teagasc Moorepark in Cork, offering a comprehensive platform for producers to engage with leading specialists.
The programme features critical insights from Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine representatives regarding new avian influenza regulations, alongside expert analysis on salmonella control from Declan Bolton and Victoria Daunch. Furthermore, Tara Battersby of Agrihealth will deliver a session on biosecurity best practices, providing a timely refresher as the sector enters a high-risk period for disease transmission.
Following a networking opportunity, the afternoon sessions will shift focus towards environmental compliance and animal welfare. Brian Coffey from the Environmental Protection Agency will clarify the implications of new industrial emissions rules, while veterinary consultant Aonghus Lane will provide actionable strategies to mitigate heat stress. Prospective attendees are encouraged to arrive early to visit trade exhibitors; full registration details and event schedules are available on the official Teagasc website.
The programme features critical insights from Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine representatives regarding new avian influenza regulations, alongside expert analysis on salmonella control from Declan Bolton and Victoria Daunch. Furthermore, Tara Battersby of Agrihealth will deliver a session on biosecurity best practices, providing a timely refresher as the sector enters a high-risk period for disease transmission.
Following a networking opportunity, the afternoon sessions will shift focus towards environmental compliance and animal welfare. Brian Coffey from the Environmental Protection Agency will clarify the implications of new industrial emissions rules, while veterinary consultant Aonghus Lane will provide actionable strategies to mitigate heat stress. Prospective attendees are encouraged to arrive early to visit trade exhibitors; full registration details and event schedules are available on the official Teagasc website.