Plan de mejoramiento en la planta de incubación Distraves S.A.S, a partir de la implementación de la vacunación In Ovo

Abstract

The poultry industry is experiencing continuous growth to meet the increasing demand for food due to the rise in the human population. To achieve this, it has required the implementation of efficient production models that incorporate technological innovations aimed at maximizing efficiency and product quality through the transformation of its production processes. Various strategies and production models have been developed to optimize production and reduce downtime through the development of technological innovations. A specific case in the incubation process is the development of an automated egg injection machine designed to handle large volumes and reduce time during inoculation. This technological innovation has made it possible to perform In ovo vaccination at 18 days of incubation of the fertilized egg. Additionally, the process includes that once the eggs exit the incubator, this machine inspects the embryo inside the egg to determine if it is fully developed. Subsequently, vaccination is carried out, and the eggs are classified into the hatching area to await hatching. The efficiency of this machine allows for the review, vaccination, and classification of eggs, inoculating between 20,000 and 30,000 eggs per hour. Another comparative advantage of this technique is that, in addition to mandatory vaccination, it is also used for the inoculation of energy substitutes, thereby improving the hatching of chicks. Previous studies have shown that exhaustion during hatching can decrease glycogen reserves, which may be due to a lack of nutrients, dehydration, and inadequate management. This underscores the importance of In ovo feeding to ensure optimal productive performance in the poultry industry. Based on the above, the poultry industry must continue to develop advanced technologies to maximize the productive and economic efficiency of its organizations, as it is fundamentally a competitive sector. Therefore, innovation in the development of new production models is required to enter various markets.