Basic information about chickens select articles from extension. Apr 01, 2016 there are a lot of specific terms about poultry you might not be familair with. Aves avian class of birds pertaining to all species of birds including domestic fowl. Poultry vocabulary poultry a general term used to define domesticated birds such as chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guineas, pigeons, swans, and peafowl.
With designation by the university of arkansas board of trustees to make poultry science a center of excellence in the states university system, the department of poultry science became a reality in 1992. This type of ownership is called vertical integration. Boorman and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The term aviary is mostly confined to caged birds like budgies. Handbook of poultry science and technology volume 1. If the pecking draws blood, other flock mates join in and they may peck an individual to death. This is the only true poultry science textbook on the market today. Updates the definitive reference of poultry health and disease provides more clinically relevant information on management of specific diseases. Poultry science unit1 4bzoe2b economic importance of poultry poultry makes a substantial contribution to household food security throughout the developing world. Poultry science common terminology which every poultry owner should know these terminology of poultry science is compiled by growel agrovet for proper understanding of poultry and their diseases. Historically broilers were marketed as birds ranging 1 to 2.
The science of poultry and meat processing is a free textbook by dr. Hair cracks fine cracks of hair size in egg shell that can only be seen with the help of candling when eggs are fresh may develop due to thin shells, rough handling, etc. Professional goal setting, portfolio development, and development of interpersonal skills in the context of pursuing a career in. In the department of poultry science, our students have access to the rich resources of a nationally respected faculty consisting of approximately 30 faculty members in various fields of study and stateoftheart teaching, research and extension facilities. In order for students to understand all of the above animals external anatomy, it is imperative that they know the basic terminology of the animals. Poultry dictionaryglossary of poultry terms the poultry guide. This is a matured male chicken above 21 weeks of age. This is a list of terms commonly used in the poultry industry. This indicates a matured female chicken generally above 21 weeks of age. Sep 20, 2015 poultry science common terminology which every poultry owner should know these terminology of poultry science is compiled by growel agrovet for proper understanding of poultry and their diseases. Poultry science first selfpublished in 1921, poultry science is an internationally renowned monthly journal, known as the authoritative source for a broad range of poultry information and highcaliber research. Minor variations in the way the terms are used may be found from region to region. Recent developments in stunning and slaughter of poultry. Apa american poultry association ascites accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity as hatched description of a group of chicks that have not been sorted aves a class of animals composed of birds avian pertaining to birds aviary a large enclosure for holding birds in confinement.
Primary processing editor isabel guerrerolegarreta, ph. It is by no means all inclusive nor are the definitions claimed to be universally used. Below you will find definitions to some of the most common words used in the industry and on our site. Poultry dictionaryglossary of poultry terms the poultry. This lesson is designed for entry level basic terminology for pigs, goats, sheep, horses, poultry, and beef. It helps diversify incomes and provides quality food, energy, fertilizer and a renewable asset in over 80 percent of rural households. A series of approaches to reduce the impact of disease on livestock and poultry are employed including vaccination, control of vectors, antibiotics, parasiticides, biosecurity, disease resistance, optimizing nutrition, and diagnostic testing. Dictionary of poultry words and terminology barnevelders. Poultry science common terminology which every poultry owner should know these terminology of poultry science is compiled by growel. Glossary of poultry terms aba american bantam association abdomen area between the keel and the pubic hip bones abdominal capacity the distance between the two public bones width and between the pubic bones and the tip of the keel depth air cell the air space between the two shell membranes, usually at the large end of the egg. Poultry is kentuckys number 1 agricultural industry as well as the number one food commodity. Farhan sheikh november 24, 2012 poultry dictionary leave a comment 12,798 views. Poultry definition is domesticated birds kept for eggs or meat. Handbook of poultry science and technology, volume 1.
The poultry industry there are many segments of the poultry industry. The young ones of poultry in incubator just borned out of eggs or under broody hen. Terminology of poultry meant to help our customers understand some of. A small domestic chicken that is often a miniature version of a larger breed. Poultry science glossary the poultry industry introduction and history broiler a chicken raised for meat. Center of excellence for poultry science university of arkansas. The electrical waveforms sine wave alternating current or pulsed direct current and frequencies hz employed to stun poultry and the amount of current applied to individual birds in a water bath stunner widely varies. Challenges and opportunities available to the professional animal agriculturalist. Orientation to the university and department of animal science. The following terms are presented in this lesson shown in bold italics. Electrical water baths and gas or controlled atmospheres are commonly used for stunning poultry under commercial conditions. The equipment used to provide supplementary warmth during the. The glossary of poultry terminology set out below serves to provide you the learner with a list of commonly used terms that are applicable to the poultry industry. This new edition includes the biology, production, processing, and business aspects of poultry.
Poultry science abbreviation issn journal abbreviation. Shai barbut, a faculty member in the food science department at the university of guelph, canada. Poultry are even kept in some cities, though in much reduced numbers. Diseases of poultry, 14th edition pdf veterinary ebooks. Diseases of poultry, 14th edition the most complete and definitive reference to all aspects of poultry diseases, diseases of poultry, fourteenth edition has been fully revised and updated to offer a comprehensive survey of current knowledge. Electrical terminology, measurements and units associated with the stunning technique in poultry processing plants1,2,3 allen l. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The included activity entitled animal signs is a very fun game that they will love to. If you are new to raising chickens, some of the terms used in the poultry industry can seem overwhelming. Welcome to the university of kentuckys poultry pages.
Beak trimming reduces this by blunting the beak and rendering it less damaging. A trait of some types of poultry in which they peck flock mates. The science based epidemiological transitions of the 20th century. Poultry science glossary department of poultry science. Poultry production is also popular with small flock owners. This indicates usually a young female chicken of 8 to 19 weeks old. Glossary of poultry terms if you are new to raising chickens, some of the terms used in the poultry industry can seem overwhelming.
A meat chicken processed at the age of 712 weeks when it reaches 2. In addition, the student must have completed the b. Extensively revised, poultry science, 4th edition contains pertinent, balanced information on both the north american and global poultry industry. Course agricultural science i unit introduction to poultry production.
The journal plays a pivotal role in the dissemination of preeminent poultry related knowledge across all disciplines. Allantois a sac connected to the embryos abdomen and involved in embryo respiration. Electrical terminology, measurements and units associated. If youre thinking about getting chickens, ducks, geese, or other fowl, its good to get used to these common terms. Many of the terms set out below are found in other industries as well, however the context we are focussing on is that of the poultry sector in particular broiler production. Broilers are usually grown for 5 to 7 weeks of age alternative term meat chicken. There are a lot of specific terms about poultry you might not be familair with. The student pursuing a program for a master of science degree must meet all general requirements of the graduate school.
Please visit the online instructions for authors at. These segments are all interlinked and many times owned by the same company. Introduction to the poultry industry national agriculture, food and natural resources afnr career cluster content standards. Interested in publication in poultry science udpated february 2017. Introduction to the poultry industry national agriculture, food and natural resources afnr career cluster. Cte online lesson planner basic animal terminology.
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