April 28-30, 2025

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Jesus Arango
Director of Research and Development, Head of Global Trait Development
Cobb-Vantress
Jesus Arango, DVM, Ph.D., is responsible for driving the program development of the broiler breeding program from measuring traits using the latest available technologies to optimizing population structure for maximizing genetic gain, developing best-in-class genetic prediction models and progressing any other areas that would lead to continual improvement of egg production traits. Prior to joining Cobb, he worked more than 20 years in academia and over 10 years with Hy-line International. Arango earned his DVM from Universidad Central de Venezuela, Facultad de Ciencias Veterinarias. He went on to achieve his master’s degree in animal breeding and genetics from Universidad Central de Venezuela, Facultades de Agronomía y Ciencias Veterinarias, and a Ph.D. in animal breeding and genetics from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).
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Tue Nov 04
7:45 AM - 8:15 AM
How emerging technologies and AI are impacting genetic selection, and how this will change poultry farming

Primary breeders are generating unprecedented volumes of data as they work to extract broiler and breeder phenotypes objectively and in a high-throughput manner. The integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence is enabling the creation and analysis of these complex datasets, unlocking actionable insights. Innovative data collection methods — ranging from multi-omics and environmental monitoring to digital phenotyping — are having a significant impact on breeding strategies. These technologies not only enhance genetic selection but also offer new opportunities for poultry producers to improve bird health, welfare and performance across the value chain.