Event highlights top results in Brazil and strengthens collaboration with customers

CAMPINAS, Brazil – Aviagen^® customers across Brazil continue to go from strength to strength, raising the bar for chick performance, health and welfare. Their success is only possible through daily commitment, skilled flock management, and strong teamwork – qualities that Aviagen is proud to recognize and reward through the 7^th National Ross^® 308 AP Awards.

This year’s Ross 308 AP awards culminated in the National ranking, honoring the top three performers across the country that achieved exceptional breeder results in total eggs per female housed and total chicks per female housed up to 66 weeks of age, based on flocks completed in 2024.

“Aviagen believes in recognizing and rewarding this ongoing commitment to excellence – the care, skill, and attention to bird welfare that drive strong results and a sustainable future for poultry production,” commented Rodrigo Tedesco, Aviagen Brazil’s Technical Services Manager.

Leaders in total eggs per hen housed

Nutrifrango took the lead in the category of total eggs per hen housed, securing the top two National positions, followed by Grupo Alvorada in third place:

National Winners

• 1^st place: Nutrifrango – 219.98
• 2^nd place: Nutrifrango – 218.42
• 3^rd place: Grupo Alvorado – 216.20

“I want to thank everyone who contributed to these flocks’ success,” said Pedro Luis Utzig, owner of Nutrifrango. “We’ve been producing breeders for only a short time and are already seeing fantastic results. It shows that when we focus on the health and welfare of our birds, their performance naturally follows.”

“We’d like to thank Aviagen for the recognition and for the genetic potential the Ross bird provides,” shared André Pessamilio, Production Director at Grupo Alvorada. “These results show our team’s efficiency and skill in managing Ross breeders, reflecting not only genetic progress, but also the daily attention and welfare our flocks receive. This award motivates our entire team, inspiring us to aim higher and take pride in what we do.”

Leading the way in total chicks per hen housed

Nutrifrango continued its strong performance, once again achieving the top two National positions in the total chicks per hen housed category, tying with Ad’oro for third place:

National Winners

• 1^st place: Nutrifrango – 183.60
• 2^nd place: Nutrifrango – 181.59
• 3^rd place: Nutrifrango – 174.66
• 3^rd place: Ad’oro – 174.56

“This recognition motivates our entire team to keep giving their best,” explained Fabio Vansan, Breeder and Hatchery Manager at Ad’Oro. “Each year, awards like this remind us how important it is to work together and prioritize flock welfare to achieve sustainable growth. We’re proud to be part of this story and to rely on the excellent Ross genetics that give us confidence to reach higher levels of productivity and quality.”

Celebrating regional excellence

The National award is among three regional categories that also include Brazil’s South, Southeast, and a combined North/Northeast/Central-West category – all based on the same performance criteria.

For Tedesco, the results reflect commitment at every stage of production – from biosecurity and welfare to careful flock management. “These achievements show how consistent application of good practices, combined with close cooperation between our customers and our support team, leads to excellent performance,” he said.

Luiz Mansano, Commercial Manager for Aviagen Brazil, added, “The Ross 308 AP continues to progress, demonstrating its strong genetic potential alongside the dedication and welfare-focused management of our customers throughout Brazil.”

Leandro München, Director of Operations, concluded, “These results prove that ongoing investment in genetics, technology, and high-quality customer support delivers real, sustainable progress for the poultry industry. Seeing our customers achieve such impressive outcomes is a source of pride for everyone at Aviagen – a true example of how we are Breeding Success Together with our customers across Brazil.”