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In this study four nest box designs were offered in a relative preference test. We used a plastic control nest, a plastic nest with a partition to divide the nest into two areas offering some seclusion, a plastic nest with a ventilator underneath to create air flow inside the nest to mimic a drafty nest, and a wooden nest. Photo: Anne van den Oever
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Broiler breeders prefer wooden nests

A healthy, diverse intestinal flora is an important factor in the condition and performance of laying hens. Photo: Shutterstock
03-08-2021 | Article

Beneficial dietary fibre in laying hens

Fish silage production is a simple process that consists of three basic steps: grinding, acidifying and storage, with good nutritional value for broilers. Photo: ANP
30-07-2021 | Article

The value of fish silage for broilers

The difference in development between the experimental groups is clearly visible on day 19; left photo: positive control with Virginiamycin; right photo: negative control with wood lignans. Photo: Agromed
29-07-2021 | Article

Inflammation and immune activity cost energy

Based on the success of the field trials, Smena-9 is attracting a lot of attention from Russian producers. Photo: Vladislav Vorotnikov
28-07-2021 | Article

Russia places hope in own broiler breeding stock

Based on the success of the field trials, Smena-9 is attracting a lot of attention from Russian producers. Photo: Vladislav Vorotnikov
28-07-2021 | Article

Russia places hope on Smena-9 breeders

Birds that are too warm reduce their feed intake by as much as 20%. Clearly, this can have a catastrophic effect on both broiler growth and egg laying performance. Photo: Phytobiotics
27-07-2021 | Article

Managing heat stress

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26-07-2021 | Article

Looking at sulphur and sulphate levels in poultry diets

Industry body United Egg Producers says the number of hens housed in conventional cage environments is decreasing as producers, retailers and food manufacturers transition to cage-free eggs. Photo: Bert Jansen
26-07-2021 | Article

Cage-free eggs: US food companies under pressure

Freshness, health and animal welfare are the main priorities when buying meat, directly followed by a preference for animals raised on natural feeds, while the use of phytogenics is also considered important. - Photo: Werner Dedl
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Fresh and responsibly produced meat matters most