Transgenerational effects of innate immune activation in broiler breeders on growth performance and immune responsiveness

ABSTRACT: The impact of transgenerational effects on growth performance and immunity has not yet been studied extensively within the poultry husbandry sector. An important factor is the impact of the hens on the physical well-being and fitness to the environment of the offspring. This study is the f...

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Main Authors: Michel B. Verwoolde, Jürgen van Baal, Christine A. Jansen, Elisabeth A.M. Graat, David M. Lamot, Aart Lammers, Lieske van Eck
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-11-01
Series:Poultry Science
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579121004363