Genetic Heritage in the Face of Avian Influenza Genetic selection is a regular process of improving a selection nucleus, also known as a pure line. Elite breeders then pass on their potential to the entire...
Discover the differences between guinea fowl and chicken Guinea fowl and chicken are two commonly consumed poultry, but they have notable differences in terms of origin, characteristics, and flavors. Knowing these differences can help you...
Grimaud Frères’ Yann Le Pottier explains how genetics, disease management and market awareness will shape the future competitiveness of ducks, geese, guinea fowls and pigeons Yann Le Pottier, managing director at Grimaud Frères, spoke to The...
As in many continents or countries, Europe or France have not been spared during the winter 2025-26 by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). At least 650 outbreaks were declared in Europe last winter, with several...
For more than ten years, Grimaud Frères has been using scanner selection measurements in its waterfowl selection programs. This non-invasive, animal-friendly tool provides very high-resolution images. Each candidate for selection is measured individually with great...
1. Introduction – A concrete revolution in hatcheries Grimaud Frères has developed an in-ovo sexing technology called LUNIX™ that identifies the sex of the embryo inside the egg without invasive intervention. This innovation is based...
Ensuring customer satisfaction through the sanitary quality of our products is a major commitment for Grimaud Frères…. In a context of significant health pressures (avian influenza, major resurgence of salmonellosis), it goes without saying that...