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The males can reach 1.2 m in height and can sell for about €4,000. Photo: Avicultura Gigante
08-11-2023 | News

Brazilian farmer makes big gains from giant roosters

The British Egg Industry Council has welcomed the supply chain fairness review and will be promoting the consultation to all stakeholders in the supply chain. Photo: Canva
07-11-2023 | News

UK wants to end unfair practices in egg supply chain

The 14th edition of the World Mycotoxin Forum was held in ‘A Room with a ZOO’ conference centre located in Antwerp, Belgium. Photos: Marieke Ploegmakers
06-11-2023 | News

World Mycotoxin Forum: The path to a resilient and toxin-free food system​

Until recently, most of the 40 million tonnes of chicken feathers produced annually across the globe have been incinerated or dumped. Photo: Canva
06-11-2023 | Article

Examining the value of chicken feathers for clean energy

Breeder flocks normally start with 9% males, after which this percentage drops due to mortality and culling to 7-8% at 40 weeks of age. Photo: Bert Jansen
03-11-2023 | Article

Broiler breeding: fewer males, more mating

Researchers aim to develop a nano-enhanced substrate with naturally occurring minerals and amino acids essential for poultry health. Photo: Canva
03-11-2023 | News

Can insects be nutritionally enhanced for poultry feed?

Supermarkets are turning increasingly to insect diets. Photo: Canva
02-11-2023 | News

Investors show financial support for insect farming for poultry

October Business Update: What’s new in the world of poultry?
01-11-2023 | News

October Business Update: What’s new in the world of poultry?

The future of EU broiler production in the latest edition of Poultry World
01-11-2023 | News

The future of EU broiler production in the latest edition of Poultry World

Aviagen applauds 2023 Nick French prize recipient Lotte Hebbink
31-10-2023 | News

Aviagen applauds 2023 Nick French prize recipient Lotte Hebbink

Researchers looked at alternatives to antibiotics to improve the growth and laying performance of poultry and boost health and welfare. Photo: Canva
31-10-2023 | News

Effects of lactulose as a prebiotic in laying hens

Studies show environmental factors such as suboptimal incubation temperature play an important role in embryonic chick growth and subsequent bird performance. Hans Prinsen
30-10-2023 | Article

How high incubation temperature affects embryonic broilers

The Russian Agricultural Ministry has denied that a poultry shortage exists. Photo: Canva
30-10-2023 | News

Poultry in short supply in Russia, says KFC

Getting fast-growing broilers on their feet for some exercise could be beneficial for meat quality and a reduction in muscle myopathies.
27-10-2023 | Article

Laser enrichment reduces muscle damage in fast-growing broilers

Chris Harrison's family farm in North Yorkshire run 820 acres of arable land and 64,000 free-range layers. Photo: Canva
27-10-2023 | News

Tackling climate change through prioritising business resilience