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Egg production drops from Brachyspira

In various parts of the world, an increasing number of Brachyspira infections in layer flocks are reported. Particularly in free-range systems, this infectious bacterial disease seems to thrive. A drop in egg production is unavoidable in infected flocks.
By David Burch, Veterinarian, Octagon Services Ltd, UK Over the past 20 years we have identified varying levels of diarrhoea or caecal droppings in laying hens, especially in free-range... read more »

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Broiler welfare symposium: The balance between producers’ and consumers’ standards

Broiler growing methods in the US are now closely monitored by the public, strongly driven by animal welfare concerns. A seminar was held earlier this year with the aim of defining acceptable production standards for both consumers and producers. Specialists expressed their views, ranging from breeding to growing and slaughter. read more >

Meeting the demands of the energy climate era

Although the poultry sector is heavily criticized by NGOs with respect to animal welfare and its environmental impact, everyone in the poultry industry strongly believes in a bright future. Both of theses public issues cannot be ignored and should stimulate poultry producers, as well as all players in the industry, to make the sector a highly appreciated and sustainable agro-business. Could the energy climate era provide an answer? read more >

Keeping poultry in the future

Wherever in the world, keeping poultry has always been a practice of producing meat or eggs as effectively as possible. This is still a motto within the industry, but times are changing. In the decades to come, many more factors will play an increasingly important role, such as animal welfare, environmental matters, and energy consumption. What can we expect in the next 25 years? read more >

Walking and behaviours of birds kept in captivity

Legs are of utmost importance to birds. Improper functioning means limited or no movement and thus inadequate access to feeders and drinkers. Preventing walking and behaviour problems therefore needs to receive special attention. read more >

EU sets welfare rules for broilers

The Council of the European Union has laid down rules for the protection of chickens kept for meat production. The recently accepted and published directive comes into force as of July 2010, and restricts producers in terms of stocking density. read more >
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