Jones-Hamilton Co. announces the promotion of Kimber Ward to the role of National Sales Manager of the Agricultural Division.
Ammonia Robs Efficiency from Poultry Production
Ammonia is an unavoidable consequence of animal production. These negative impacts have been proven with decades of research.
Managing Litter in Summer is Key to Profitability
Even during the hottest days of summer, full ventilation is not maintained 24/7 on chicks. As ammonia is released from the litter, ventilation programs cannot sufficiently remove it all.
Balancing Cost, Supply Chain and Sustainability in Selecting Litter Bedding Materials
The bedding material on the floor of a poultry house serves to absorb moisture, provide insulation from cold floors and cushion birds’ breasts and paws. While the purpose of the material remains constant, the type of material used does not.
Steven Noble Named Key Account Manager
Jones-Hamilton Co. announces the addition of Steven Noble as Key Account Manager in the Agricultural Division.
Harry ‘Buddy’ Dryden Named Account Manager
Jones-Hamilton Co. announces the addition of Harry “Buddy” Dryden as Account Manager in the Agricultural Division.
PLT® Treated Litter More Valuable as a Fertilizer Source
With current fertilizer prices considerably higher than last year, poultry growers have an opportunity to earn more money from the sale of built-up litter. Litter treated with PLT is even more valuable because of the higher amount of inorganic nitrogen the product retains.
Mike Putnam Named Agricultural Division Manager
Jones-Hamilton Co. announces the promotion of Mike Putnam to the role of Division Manager of the Agricultural Division.
It’s Time to Think About Pad Treatments
The dirt pads of poultry houses will absorb ammonia from the litter over time. The longer birds have been raised in the house, the more ammonia that is absorbed into the pad. As the ammonia content of the dirt pad goes up, so does the pH.
Higher Rates of PLT® Can Save $600-$1,200 a Flock on Fuel Costs
Increasing your PLT application rate to control more ammonia can actually help increase your net profit by lowering winter fuel costs.
Craig Coufal, Ph.D. Named Jones-Hamilton Co. Research and Technical Services Manager
Craig Coufal, Ph.D. has joined Jones-Hamilton Co. as Research and Technical Services Manager in the Agricultural Division.
Tim Poure Named New Jones-Hamilton Co. President/CEO
Tim Poure has been named Jones-Hamilton Co.’s President and Chief Executive Officer effective October 25, 2021, succeeding Bernard Murphy who is retiring at the close of 2021.
One Size Does Not Fit All: Understanding Application Rates for PLT®
PLT® litter amendment has been the product of choice for 25 years because it works. However, due to the product’s longevity, application rates are often selected based on standard production practices of yesterday instead of today.