EDINBURGH, Scotland – Aviagen^® Kft proudly celebrates its Ross^® 308 customers in the Czech Republic, whose performance has placed them among Europe’s most accomplished poultry producers.

Four broiler companies, with 3 million birds among them, delivered 34 flocks with European Production Efficiency Factor (EPEF) scores above 420. At the same time, one Parent Stock (PS) producer with 700,000 breeders earned a place in the Ross 150 Club with four flocks surpassing 150 chicks per hen housed (chicks/hh) — including one reaching an exceptional 162 chicks/hh. These accomplishments were recorded in 2023 and 2024.

At a special awards ceremony, which takes place every second year, Aviagen Kft welcomed these dedicated producers into the Ross 420 Club and Ross 150 Club. HBL Farmy received the top Ross 420 Club recognition, with its Zálesí farm reaching an impressive EPEF of 473. In the PS category, Xaverov’s Jarošov farm achieved the highest breeder flock at 162 chicks/hh.

Honoring excellence, sharing knowledge

The event was also an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with Aviagen Kft representatives and between the attendees. Regional Technical Manager Dejan Bosanac led a discussion on “Eastern Europe Broiler Performance: Where are we?” while Vladimír Bačák, Sales and Technical Manager, shared insights into effective broiler production. Also in attendance were Krisztina Németh, Sales Manager, and Barbara Bóka, Marketing Assistant.

Speaking on behalf of HBL Farmy’s Zálesí farm, Petr Žambůrek commented: “We are very pleased to have reached the highest ranking among domestic broiler producers for 2023–2024. Our progress comes from step-by-step improvements, ensuring our broilers always receive the best possible environment, feed, and care. Success depends on high-quality day-old chicks, safe and efficient feed, and an experienced farm team. We try to provide our flocks with everything of the highest quality, because we ourselves also want to constantly improve.”

Dejan added, “It is a great pleasure to welcome such dedicated customers into the Ross 420 and 150 Clubs. Despite broader industry challenges, including supply chain pressures due to the war in Ukraine and disease outbreaks such as Avian Influenza in Central Europe, the Ross 308 has continued to deliver consistent strong performance, with a focus on sustainability and positive welfare outcomes. These achievements reflect the hard work of our producers and show how we are truly Breeding Success Together with our customers in the Czech Republic and across the region.”

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