Poultry

In poultry farming, air exchange quality is a crucial factor for health, growth, and productivity. The Ventilation Efficiency Index developed by Cynomys continuously monitors CO₂, ammonia, and THI levels, ensuring a balanced approach to animal welfare, energy consumption, and performance.

Broilers and laying hens are especially sensitive to air quality, particularly in enclosed, high-density environments. Poor ventilation quickly leads to the buildup of harmful gases (ammonia, CO₂), while excessive ventilation causes energy waste and heat loss, negatively impacting:

• broiler growth

• egg production and shell quality in layers

• the respiratory health of the flock

• overall welfare and uniformity within the batch

The index allows you to:

• Evaluate air exchange effectiveness in real time inside the shed

• Detect critical conditions caused by insufficient or excessive ventilation

• Balance temperature, humidity, and CO₂ according to optimal parameters for species and production phase

• Optimize energy costs while improving growth conditions

Optimal ventilation = optimal performance

A well-balanced microclimate leads to:

• better feed conversion ratios (FCR)

• more uniform broiler growth

• higher laying rates and improved shell quality in layers

• lower incidence of respiratory diseases

Gut health is one of the most critical factors for ensuring strong productive performance and animal welfare in poultry. The Gastrointestinal Disease Risk Index developed by Cynomys detects hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) in real time—a key early marker of dysbiosis and digestive imbalance—allowing prompt action on feeding and management practices.

H₂S is a gas produced during intestinal protein fermentation. Increased levels are often associated with:

• intestinal dysbiosis

• subclinical or overt digestive issues

• excessively high-protein or unbalanced diets

• wet litter and deteriorating air quality

These conditions increase the risk of:

• diarrhea

• worsened feed conversion ratio (FCR)

• reduced growth in broilers

• decline in egg quantity and quality in layers

• higher antibiotic use and reduced welfare indicators

Thanks to continuous emission monitoring, the index enables:

• Early detection of abnormal intestinal fermentation

• Assessment of the impact of dietary changes, additives, or environmental conditions

• Improved precision nutrition strategies

• Timely intervention before clinical symptoms appear

Prevention = welfare + performance

In poultry, gut health has a direct impact on growth and laying performance. Monitoring H₂S helps maintain microbiota balance, reduce losses, and limit the need for medication.

Air quality inside poultry houses is a critical success factor in every production cycle. The Respiratory Disease Risk Index continuously monitors ammonia (NH₃) and particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) levels, helping you quickly identify environmental conditions that may compromise health, growth, and productivity.

In high-density environments, the accumulation of ammonia and fine dust particles is a common issue. Even moderate concentrations can damage the respiratory tract of poultry, weaken immune defenses, and lead to:

• infectious bronchitis

• secondary respiratory coccidiosis

• multifactorial respiratory syndromes

• increased mortality and reduced flock uniformity

Continuous monitoring = proactive prevention

With this index, you can:

• Monitor NH₃ and particulate concentrations 24/7

• Receive real-time alerts on critical conditions

• Intelligently adjust ventilation and cooling systems

• Integrate respiratory data with other environmental indexes (THI, CO₂, humidity)

Clean air = healthier, more productive animals

In poultry, good air quality translates to:

• better growth performance in broilers

• higher egg production and stronger shells in layers

• lower incidence of respiratory diseases

• improved animal welfare and better working conditions inside the barn