Today’s Chicks (ca. 1950s)

The film discusses the significance of poultry production in the United States, highlighting that it constitutes a multi-billion dollar industry that benefits a large number of farm families. It details the process of chick production, including the roles of hatchery men like Elmer Jordan, who operate under the National Poultry Improvement Plan. The film covers the procedures for testing and selecting healthy birds, the importance of maintaining high standards through inspections, and the breeding practices that ensure quality chicks. It emphasizes the collaborative efforts of breeders, hatchery men, and state inspectors in producing healthy poultry for consumers.

Keywords
poultry production, United States, multi-billion dollar industry, National Poultry Improvement Plan, hatchery men, chick testing, breeding practices, quality control, inspections, healthy poultry

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