Poultry Experts Held Training in Cote d'Ivoire
The Hubbard & Lohmann Poultry School brought together producers from 10 nations to review flock management.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Birds
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On August 27-28, 2026, industry experts convened in Assinie, Cote d'Ivoire, to host the inaugural Hubbard & Lohmann Poultry School. The two-day intensive training hosted nearly 40 poultry producers representing 10 West African countries.
Why it matters
The event aimed to provide technical synergy for producers who manage both Hubbard broiler and Lohmann layer breeds. By synchronizing management strategies, farmers can improve reproductive performance and overall flock health.
Nearly 40 producers gathered for this two-day intensive training. Participants represented 10 distinct countries across West Africa.
The players
Hubbard
A global breeder known for supplying broiler genetics and technical poultry management support.
Lohmann
A well-known international supplier of layer genetics and breeding industry standards.
Dr. Amicie De Quatrebarbes
An expert presenter who provided technical guidance on respiratory disease management for poultry flocks.
Davide Assirelli
A poultry industry specialist who led training sessions regarding hatchery management protocols.
The details
The curriculum focused on advancing broiler and layer breeder management through technical discussions and expert presentations. Key topics included respiratory disease management and hatchery best practices. Additionally, attendees performed a practical egg breakout session to refine their fertility assessment techniques, focusing on male management and flock uniformity.
Timeline
August 27-28, 2026: The training program took place in Assinie.
The Home Front
This program reflects a broader trend of providing integrated management support for multi-breed poultry operations. It follows a pattern set by companies seeking to streamline technical resources for producers who maintain both broiler and layer flocks.
Poultry keepers should review their current hatchery and respiratory management protocols to mirror the professional standards shared by these industry leaders. Consider scheduling a seasonal health audit for your flock to ensure uniformity in male and female breeding performance.
The takeaway
Effective flock management requires integrating hatchery health with rigorous respiratory oversight. Producers can improve results by practicing consistent fertility assessments using standard breakout techniques.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Farmers Review Africa.
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