AVS 101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 18: Handmark, Diarrhea, Pathogenic Bacteria
18 Apr 2016
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Chapter 18 - avs 101 - introduction to animal science by w. stephen damron - 5th. Poultry - domestic birds raised for eggs and meat. Refers to them whether they are dressed or alive. Industry has combined gross annual income of billion. U. s. produces 9% of the world"s chicken eggs. U. s. produces 22% of the world"s chicken meat. Largest poultry meat producing country in the world. U. s. produces 50% of the world"s turkey meat. Poultry industry growing at a steady rate. Broiler industry has made product more convenient and good to eat. 23 million ducks slaughtered annually in u. s. Most geese used as hobbyist or farm-flock species. Game birds and other exotic fowl are usually used for exhibition, ornamental reasons, or meat production. Purpose of the poultry industry in the u. s. To produce inexpensive sources of protein for human consumption. Poultry meat and eggs are among the best products today for high-quality protein.
