The Hatchline — January 2026
Poultry India Monthly Newsletter · Issue 1 / 2026
Poultry News & Developments
Investigations into Campylobacter jejuni in Poultry
Researchers at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine will examine how this foodborne pathogen "uses molecular 'weapons' to outcompete other bacteria" and adapt to host environments.
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Agriculture at the Core of India's Next Growth Phase
India's Economic Survey emphasises agriculture's role in growth through "livestock (including poultry), fisheries and horticulture," moving beyond basic food production.
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Maize Availability, Poultry Growth & Policy Reforms
The Indian poultry industry contributes ₹2.5 lakh crore annually, with 40 crore layer birds and 500 crore broilers raised yearly.
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Importance of Salt in Poultry Feed
Salt provides essential sodium and chloride for "body fluid balance, nerve function, and nutrient absorption," while stimulating appetite and preventing behavioural issues.
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Extending Egg Shelf Life During Low Market Rates
Producers can extend shelf life by incorporating turmeric oil, garlic powder, and canthaxanthin into layer feed during low-rate periods — a practical intervention when markets soften.
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Desi Anda Omelette
High-protein, nutritious egg omelet packed with goodness. Simple, quick, and easy to make for any time of the day. By Ujwal Kumar Varma, Gym Administrator, Hyderabad.
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Monthly Round-Up: January 2026
Reflections by Uday Singh Bayas, President, following the successful 17th Poultry India Expo 2025 — and a look ahead to the year's priorities.
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Hitex, Hyderabad · 25 – 26 – 27 Nov 2026
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