‘Better Life’ standard a healthy choice

Broiler farmers Tienus and Alie Berkepies switched from regular broiler production to Better Life standard (‘Beter Leven’ – 1 star) at the beginning of 2017. They recently built their third poultry house and now have 75,000 chicks on 8,000 square metres. The new poultry house is equipped with ceiling ventilation. “I like to work, but it takes up so much of your free time,” says Tienus Berkepies with a wink. The passionate entrepreneur has invested heavily in his business in the past y