Aviagen opens new annexe at Stratford Hatchery in UK

 

Aviagen^® has announced the opening of a brand new £8 million (US$12 million) annexe to the company's existing Stratford Hatchery in Warwickshire, England.

As demand for Aviagen's high quality breeder stock of all generations continues to grow, the increased capacity of the hatchery significantly enhances the company's ability to serve both the global export market as well as parent stock customers in the UK.

Adjoined to existing buildings, the new annexe provides additional egg-setting capacity, allowing Stratford to meet market needs.

"We are thrilled with the new addition to the site at Stratford," said Graeme Dear, the general manager of Aviagen K Limited. "Over the past few years. there has been a steady increase in demand for Aviagen stock and the significant investment in the Stratford Hatchery validates the level of support we receive from our shareholders who see the value of this long-term commitment to the UK. "

The expansion of the facility, according to Dear, positively reflects the consistently high biosecurity standards and excellent health status in the UK.

"The growth recognises the unique skill base of our existing Stratford workforce. We expect approximately 35 new jobs to be created which include management, supervisory, maintenance, hatchery and administration positions for the local area," Dear added.