Berks Ag Event Calendar
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Layer Tech School in Spanish
March 30 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
“Layer Tech School in Spanish” is a Spanish-language training program for poultry workers and technicians involved in egg production. The program provides practical, research-informed instruction on animal welfare, bird health, biosecurity, egg safety, nutrition, housing systems, and farm safety. Designed for real-world application, sessions emphasize daily decision-making, problem-solving, and best practices that support bird welfare, worker safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient egg production across conventional and alternative systems.
WHEN
Mondays (1:30 PM-3:00 PM)
February 23-March 30, 2026
Register By: February 20, 2026
This event is free of charge.
Who is this for?
Spanish-speaking layer farm technicians and employees
New hires seeking foundational skills and confidence on the farm
Experienced workers looking to strengthen technical knowledge
Employees working in conventional, cage-free, or alternative housing systems
Farm staff involved in bird care, feeding, egg handling, or flock health
Workers preparing for welfare audits or increased job responsibilities
What will you learn?
Recognizing and supporting good bird welfare and preparing for audits
Applying daily biosecurity practices to prevent disease
Understanding layer health, behavior, and pullet management basics
Examining how nutrition, feeding systems, and water affect production
Following proper egg handling, safety, and quality practices
Assessing how lighting, ventilation, and environment affect bird performance
Identifying key differences between conventional and alternative housing systems
Practicing safe handling and transportation of birds
Responding to farm safety risks and emergencies
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
If you have a change to an already submitted event or need to cancel and remove your event on our calendar, please contact DepartmentofAg@CountyofBerks.com