Selenium’s effect on broiler breeders and offspring

Selenium plays major roles in various biological processes, especially under stress conditions. In this article, we take a closer look at pure forms of selenium and its effect on broiler breeders and their progeny. Hydroxy-selenomethionine has proven to promote highly the functional form of selenium – selenocysteine, thus bringing consistent benefits to producers. This has been illustrated in broiler breeders, notably through better fertility and chick hatchability when breeders were fed wit