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A deterministic model for the economic evaluation of broiler production systems
A F Groen1, X Jiang, D A Emmerson
1Animal Breeding and Genetics Group, Wageningen Institute of Animal Sciences, Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands. ab.groen@alg.vf.wau.nl
Poultry Science
|July 10, 1998
Summary
A new model evaluates broiler production economics and derives economic values for breeding. It analyzes profitability across four stages, aiding decisions for integrated and non-integrated systems.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Science
- Quantitative Genetics
Background:
- Economic evaluation is crucial for optimizing broiler production systems.
- Deriving accurate economic values informs genetic improvement strategies in broiler breeding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and test a deterministic model for economic evaluation of broiler production.
- To derive economic values in broiler breeding considering various production stages and systems.
Main Methods:
- A deterministic model was developed, incorporating four production stages: multiplier breeder, hatchery, commercial grower, and processor.
- The model calculates profitability and cost prices per unit product, allowing for easy changes in exogenous parameters.
- Economic values were derived by assessing the impact of genetic merit changes on profitability and cost price.
Main Results:
- The model successfully evaluates broiler production economics and derives economic values.
- Profitability and cost prices can be calculated for different production levels and circumstances.
- The model is adaptable for analyzing other meat-type poultry, such as turkeys.
Conclusions:
- The developed deterministic model provides a robust framework for economic evaluation in broiler production.
- It facilitates the derivation of economic values, supporting informed genetic selection decisions.
- The model's flexibility allows for broader applications in poultry industry economic analysis.