WorksheetsAviagen Turkeys Quiz
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Worksheet time: 52mins
What is Aviagen Turkeys known for?
Supplying turkey breeding stock worldwide
Manufacturing turkey feed
Providing turkey farming equipment
Offering turkey meat products
Which brands are supported by Aviagen Turkeys?
B.U.T. and Nicholas
Tyson and Perdue
Butterball and Jennie-O
Foster Farms and Pilgrim's
Where are Aviagen Turkeys' pedigree breeding programs located?
USA and Europe
Asia and Africa
South America and Australia
Canada and Mexico
What do multiple breeding programs and production centers provide for Aviagen Turkeys?
A more secure, global supply source
Cheaper turkey feed
Larger turkey eggs
Faster turkey growth
What is key to product development for Aviagen Turkeys?
Investment and innovation
Reducing costs
Increasing turkey size
Expanding market reach
What is the primary focus of Aviagen Turkeys' breeding program?
Developing pedigree lines of birds for the global turkey industry
Increasing the size of turkey flocks
Reducing the cost of turkey feed
Enhancing the color of turkey feathers
Which of the following is NOT listed as a welfare trait improved by Aviagen Turkeys' breeding program?
Robustness
Cardiovascular fitness
Feather color
Leg strength
What are the three main factors that genetic potential depends on according to the document?
Environment, dietary regime, and biosecurity
Size of the flock, type of feed, and water quality
Temperature, air quality, and light exposure
Genetic modification, selective breeding, and feed additives
Which of the following is NOT one of the five freedoms of animal welfare listed in the document?
Freedom from thirst and hunger
Freedom from discomfort
Freedom from pain, injury, and disease
Freedom from social interaction
What is the primary goal of a biosecurity program in poultry farming?
To increase the production of poultry
To identify and suppress sources of disease
To improve the taste of poultry products
To reduce the cost of poultry farming
Which of the following should visitors wear when entering a poultry farm?
Casual clothes and sandals
Poultry house designated clean clothing and footwear
Formal attire and dress shoes
Sportswear and sneakers
What should be done before entering and exiting turkey buildings?
Change into casual clothes
Disinfect boots and hands
Eat a meal
Take a nap
What is one of the measures to maintain a secure facility for employees and visitors?
Allowing all visitors without restrictions
Keeping gates and buildings locked at all times
Posting no signs at the entrance
Allowing unauthorized visitors
What should be done to vehicles and equipment before they enter the farm?
Leave them as they are
Thoroughly disinfect them
Paint them a different color
Remove all labels
What should employees or growers do if a shower is provided before entering the clean room?
Skip the shower and enter directly
Wash hair, hands, and fingernails
Only wash their hands
Only wash their feet
What should be done with items before entering the farm?
Leave them outside
Sanitize them
Throw them away
Ignore them
What is one of the recommendations for vehicles and equipment to prevent cross-contamination?
Use equipment from other farms
Avoid using equipment that has been used on other farms
Share equipment with neighboring farms
Ignore equipment hygiene
What is the recommended distance for maintaining a "vegetation-free" zone around barns?
12inches(0.3meters)
24inches(0.6meters)
36inches(1meter)
48inches(1.2meters)
Which of the following actions should be taken to prevent rodents and birds from entering houses?
A) Leave feed spills unattended
B) Eliminate holes, cracks, and other openings
C) Allow pets to enter barns
D) Ignore nesting areas
What should be done with nesting areas that are found?
A) Leave them as they are
B) Relocate them
C) Destroy them
D) Cover them with plastic
Which of the following is NOT recommended for biosecurity regarding birds, rodents, insects, and mammals?
A) Put out rodenticides and insecticides
B) Allow pets to enter barns
C) Avoid and repair leaking plumbing
D) Maintain a "vegetation-free" zone around barns
What should be done to buildings to prevent pests?
A) Leave them open
B) Pest proof them as much as possible
C) Allow debris to accumulate
D) Ignore feed spills
What should be done immediately after a feed spill?
A) Leave it unattended
B) Clean it up immediately
C) Cover it with soil
D) Move it to another location
What should be continually done to manage pests?
A) Ignore them
B) Be on the alert for pests and eliminate them when seen
C) Allow them to multiply
D) Feed them
What is an essential element to keeping your farm free of disease?
Proper feeding of animals
Proper cleaning and disinfection of barns
Regular veterinary check-ups
Using organic feed
How often should baits used for rats and mice be rotated in a brooder house?
Monthly
Quarterly
Annually
Weekly
What should be done after the barn is dry in the cleaning process?
Apply insecticide
Disinfect using an approved disinfectant
Bring in new animals
Start feeding the animals
What is recommended for total litter removal in a growout house?
Every 6 months
Every 12 to 18 months
Every 24 months
Every 3 months
What should be done to waterlines and drinkers after every flock?
Leave them as they are
Flush lines and drinkers with fresh, chlorinated water
Replace them with new ones
Clean them with soap and water
What should be done to prevent the growth of mold when bringing shavings into the house?
Apply shavings to a wet floor
Apply shavings to a dry floor
Mix shavings with water
Store shavings outside
What is recommended to treat for insects such as flies and darkling beetles?
Rotate insecticide products
Use the same insecticide continuously
Avoid using insecticides
Only use natural repellents
What should be done to waterlines after every flock?
Leave them as they are
Clean and disinfect them
Replace them entirely
Cover them with plastic
What type of litter treatment can be effective in reducing pathogens such as E.Coli, salmonella, and clostridium?
Acid type of litter treatment
Water treatment
Heat treatment
Freezing treatment
What should be done with drinkers from the barn during the cleaning process?
Leave them in place
Remove and sanitize them separately
Replace them with new ones
Cover them with plastic
What is the recommended action for barns annually, even if litter is not being removed?
Wash and disinfect
Leave them as they are
Replace the litter
Cover them with plastic
What is the minimum moisture content required for litter in in-house composting?
10%
25%
50%
75%
How long is the downtime needed to properly execute in-house composting?
7 days
10 days
14 days
21 days
What should be the height of windrows of litter for in-house composting?
12 to 24 inches
24 to 48 inches
48 to 60 inches
60 to 72 inches
How many times should piles be turned to achieve optimum results and avoid excess ammonia?
Once
Twice
Three times
Four times
What is the peak temperature that should be reached within two days after turning the piles?
100°F
110°F
120°F
130°F
What is the recommended depth for spreading new shavings in a brooder setup?
1to2inches(2.5to5cm)
3to4inches(7.5to10cm)
5to6inches(12.5to15cm)
6to7inches(15to17.5cm)
How many bell-type drinkers should be provided per 100 poults?
One
Two
Three
Four
What is the target temperature range for the "hot spot" in the center of the ring for conventional jet brooder stoves?
90−95°F(32−35°C)
95−100°F(35−38°C)
100−105°F(38−40°C)
105−110°F(40−43°C)
How long should stoves be lit prior to poult arrival to warm room and shavings?
6 hours
12 hours
18 hours
24 hours
What type of water should always be used for poults?
Tap water
Distilled water
Sanitized water
Bottled water
What should be the minimum distance of feeders from the edge of the stove and brooder guard when using brooder rings?
6inches(15cm)
9inches(23cm)
12inches(30cm)
15inches(38cm)
What is the recommended wattage for incandescent brooder lights per stove?
50−75watts
75−100watts
100−125watts
125−150watts
What is the recommended height for hanging small fans to improve heating efficiency?
10-20 feet (3-6 meters)
30-40 feet (9-12 meters)
50-60 feet (15-18 meters)
70-80 feet (21-24 meters)
How many footcandles (lux) of light should be provided in the house?
5 footcandles (50 lux)
8 footcandles (80 lux)
10 footcandles (100 lux)
12 footcandles (120 lux)
What is the maximum number of poults per stove?
200 tom poults or 250 hen poults
300 tom poults or 350 hen poults
350 tom poults or 400 hen poults
400 tom poults or 450 hen poults
How far should brooder rings be placed from the wall?
1 foot (30 cm)
2 feet (60 cm)
3 feet (90 cm)
4 feet (120 cm)
What should be used for brooder rings when the barn temperature is expected to drop below 70°F (21°C)?
12 inch (30 cm) brooder guard
15 inch (38 cm) brooder guard
18 inch (45 cm) brooder guard
24 inch (60 cm) brooder guard
How many hours of continuous darkness should poults have per night after the first one to three days?
4-6 hours
6-8 hours
8-10 hours
10-12 hours
What is the recommended diameter for brooder rings?
8-10 feet (2.5-3 meters)
10-12 feet (3-3.5 meters)
12-15 feet (4-5 meters)
15-18 feet (5-5.5 meters)
What is the recommended BTU stove per 1,500 sq. ft. for large ring or whole house brooding?
60,000 BTU
80,000 BTU
100,000 BTU
120,000 BTU
How many stoves are recommended per ring for large ring or whole house brooding?
One stove
Two stoves
Three stoves
Four stoves
At what temperature should the floor be under the heater for the day of placement?
90-100°F (32-38°C)
100-110°F (38-43°C)
110-115°F (43-46°C)
115-120°F (46-49°C)
How far should rings be placed from the wall?
1 foot (30 cm)
2 feet (60 cm)
3 feet (90 cm)
4 feet (120 cm)
What is the recommended height for cardboard brooder guards?
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
24-30 inches (60-75 cm)
What should be done if piling becomes an issue?
Reduce the number of poults
Increase the number of feeders
Add more heat
Decrease the temperature
What is indicated by excessive noise from the poults?
Correct temperature
Wrong temperature or lack of water/feed
Proper ventilation
Adequate lighting
What is the recommended minimum litter depth for growing birds?
2-3 inches (5-8 cm)
4-5 inches (10-13 cm)
6-7 inches (15-18 cm)
8-9 inches (20-23 cm
How often should bell type drinkers be cleaned?
Weekly
Monthly
Daily
Bi-weekly
What is the target range for free chlorine in the drinker furthest from the source?
1-2 PPM
3-5 PPM
6-8 PPM
9-11 PPM
What should be done during hot weather to provide fresh, cool water?
Increase the number of drinkers
Flush overhead lines
Add ice to the water
Reduce the number of birds
What is the minimum number of feed pans required per 50 toms and 60 hens?
One (1)
Two (2)
Three (3)
Four (4)
How many hours of continuous darkness should toms and light hens have in a 24-hour period according to National Turkey Federation Animal Welfare Guidelines?
2 hours
4 hours
6 hours
8 hours
What is the recommended darkness duration for heavy hens during Week 7 in Spring and Summer?
4 hours
5 hours
6 hours
7 hours
During which week in Fall and Winter should heavy hens experience 6.5 hours of darkness?
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
What is the target environmental temperature for conventional brooding on Day 1?
86°F (30°C)
83°F (28°C)
80°F (27°C)
77°F (25°C)
What should be done to fan thermostats when power ventilating?
Set them to 2°F (1°C) below target temperature
Set them to 2°F (1°C) above target temperature
Turn them off
Set them to 5°F (3°C) above target temperature
What is the target environmental temperature for large ring/whole house brooding during Week 5?
72°F (22°C)
70°F (21°C)
68°F (20°C)
66°F (19°C)
What should be confirmed regarding ventilation equipment?
That it is turned off
That it is operational
That it is cleaned
That it is replaced
How many hours of darkness should heavy hens have during Week 11 in Spring and Summer?
7 hours
8 hours
9 hours
10 hours
What is the target environmental temperature for males during Week 13?
58°F (14°C)
56°F (13°C)
55°F (13°C)
60°F (16°C)
What is one of the main reasons Aviagen Turkeys is considered an industry leader?
Their turkeys have a strong appetite and need to achieve early growth potential.
Their turkeys are resistant to all diseases.
Their turkeys can fly long distances.
Their turkeys do not require any special feed.
What is the primary focus during the first six weeks of a bird's life according to the document?
Development of the skeleton, immune system, and cardiovascular system.
Learning to fly.
Developing social skills.
Learning to forage for food.
What is the recommended sample size for weighing birds at transfer to ensure meaningful results?
At least 50 birds.
At least 10 birds.
At least 100 birds.
At least 5 birds.
What should be done if the target weight is not being achieved in a flock?
Identify why and make modifications to ensure goals are met.
Ignore the issue and continue with the same practices.
Reduce the amount of feed given to the birds.
Increase the number of birds in the flock.
What can result from birds being below the weight target at the end of the brooding period?
Rapid recovery phase in the finishing barn.
Immediate improvement in health.
Increased ability to fly.
Decreased need for feed.
What is the recommended percentage of good quality fat to be added to the diet of birds to help them get off to a good start?
1-2%
3-4%
4-5%
6-7%
Why is it important to manage the transition from crumbled to pelleted feed?
To ensure birds do not lose weight
To prevent birds from overeating
To ensure early benefits are not lost
To reduce the cost of feed
What can happen if feed intake is reduced for 12 to 24 hours during the transition to pelleted feed?
Birds may gain extra weight
Birds can lose up to a day's growth
Birds will become more active
Birds will consume more water
What is the purpose of adding good quality fat to the bird's diet?
To increase the energy level and improve feed form and palatability
To reduce the cost of feed
To make the feed more colorful
To decrease the weight of the birds
What is the percentage of feed particles that should be less than 0.5 mm in size according to Table 3?
5%
15%
20%
25%
What is the recommended action before changing feed presentation for birds?
Change feed presentation immediately
Wait for a few days after moving birds
Increase the amount of feed
Decrease the amount of feed
What is the principle means of controlling the bird environment?
Feeding
Ventilation control
Lighting
Water supply
What is required at all stages of growth to allow the bird to remain in good health and achieve full potential?
Fresh air
Clean water
Proper lighting
Balanced diet
What are the main contaminants of air within the house environment?
Dust, ammonia, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and excess water vapor
Pollen, nitrogen, oxygen, and methane
Sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and ozone
Lead, mercury, and arsenic
What can continued exposure to contaminated and moist air trigger in birds?
Increased egg production
Respiratory disease
Faster growth rate
Improved feather quality
What is the target level for carbon dioxide concentrations to maximize bird performance?
Below 3,500 ppm
Below 35 ppm
50% - 70%
Below 25 ppm
Which type of ventilation system involves opening and closing the curtains to control the air flow and environment inside the house?
Mechanically assisted ventilation
Natural ventilation
Evaporative pad system
Fogging/misting system
What are the two basic types of ventilation systems mentioned?
Natural and mechanical
Natural and power
Mechanical and power
Power and evaporative
Which of the following is NOT a type of power (controlled environment housing) ventilation system?
Minimum
Transitional & Tunnel
Evaporative Pad
Non-mechanically assisted
What is the primary purpose of curtain ventilation in a house environment?
To increase humidity levels
To control temperature, humidity, wind velocity, and wind direction
To reduce noise levels
To improve lighting conditions
What effect do fans have on hot days with little wind?
They increase humidity
They provide a wind chill cooling effect
They reduce noise levels
They improve lighting conditions
What is the main aim of minimum ventilation systems?
To increase humidity levels
To maintain required air temperature and remove excess moisture and harmful gases
To reduce noise levels
To improve lighting conditions
What is the key to successful minimum ventilation?
Creating a partial vacuum so air comes through all vents and is directed across the ceiling
Increasing humidity levels
Reducing noise levels
Improving lighting conditions
What is required with any powered ventilation system?
A standby emergency generator
A noise reduction system
A lighting improvement system
A humidity control system
