Cannibalism in poultry: Causes of problems complex and probably involve nutrition, genetics and management

Wilson, W

Cannibalism in poultry: Causes of problems complex and probably involve nutrition, genetics and management

Author

Wilbor O. Wilson

Author Affiliations

Wilbor O. Wilson is Assistant Professor of Poultry Husbandry and Assistant Poultry Husbandman in the Experiment Station, Davis.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 3(6):13-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n06p13. June 1949.

PDF of full article, Cite this article

Abstract

Chickens and turkeys normally feed on grains, vegetation and meat but under certain conditions they may become meat eaters to the extent of being cannibalistic.

Also in this issue:

California spinach: Economic status in 1948 reviewed and trends in marketing considered

Raisin grapes: Study shows way to reduce picking operations and speed up harvest

Sulfur burn in citrus: Radioactive sulfur used in studies to distinguish between fruit-contained and applied sulfur

Longer-lived alfalfa: Transference of resistance to bacterial wilt gives promise of greater productivity

New insecticides: Effectiveness and limitations of chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticides not yet fully determined

Storage of citrus fruits: Studies indicate use of 2,4-D and 2,4,5-T sprays on trees prolong storage life of citrus fruits

Dairy cattle nutrition: Eneray, Protein, Mineral and vitamin requirements for maintenance and production

Milk production records: Continued dairy herd improvement possible when breeding program i s based on adequate records

Almond hulls: Tested as feed for dairy cattle and lambs showed promise and limitations in value

New pomegranate mite: Russeting and cracking of peel characterize injury responsible for much culling

Sweet corn hybrids: Effects on hybrid varieties when 2,4-D is used in sprays for weed control

The action of Phomopsis californica in producing a stem-end decay of citrus fruits