Hubbard and Lohmann Hosted Poultry School in Assinie
Poultry producers from ten West African nations gathered for a two-day training session on breeder management.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Birds
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The Hubbard & Lohmann Poultry School took place in Assinie, Cote d'Ivoire, on August 27-28, 2026. The training provided specialized technical instruction to nearly 40 participants from ten different West African countries.
Why it matters
The event aimed to create operational synergies for producers who manage both Hubbard broiler breeds and Lohmann layer breeds. By integrating technical expertise, the organizers sought to improve flock uniformity and reproductive performance across the region.
The two-day school featured training for 40 participants across 10 West African countries. The curriculum focused on broiler and layer breeder management, including respiratory disease protocols and practical fertility assessment through egg breakout sessions.
The players
Dr. Amicie De Quatrebarbes
An expert presenter who provided technical guidance on the management of respiratory diseases in poultry flocks.
Davide Assirelli
A presenter who instructed attendees on the technical aspects and best practices of hatchery management.
Hubbard
A global primary poultry breeder specializing in broiler genetics and management solutions.
Lohmann
An international poultry genetics company primarily focused on layer breeding and egg production technology.
The details
Industry experts led technical discussions on complex topics including hatchery management and male flock management. The practical sessions focused on essential metrics for maintaining high productivity standards in commercial poultry operations.
Timeline
The Hubbard & Lohmann Poultry School was held on August 27-28, 2026.
Culture Shift
This collaborative training initiative reflects a broader movement toward regionalizing agricultural best practices in emerging markets. It underscores a shift where global genetics companies move beyond simple product supply to provide comprehensive technical ecosystems for local producers.
Producers attending the school gain practical skills in hatchery and disease management that directly influence the viability of their flocks. Implementing these refined breeding techniques can result in improved flock uniformity and increased efficiency for individual poultry operations.
The takeaway
Producers looking to improve output should prioritize technical integration between broiler and layer management strategies. Standardizing health and reproductive protocols remains the most effective way to ensure consistent performance in a commercial poultry environment.
Further reading
For more information on the management of domestic avian species, explore the Birds section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Farmers Review Africa.
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