‘Distinguish real from perceived welfare’
The Better Chicken Commitment is currently the biggest factor influencing welfare improvements in broiler production. Dutch poultry veterinarian, Albert Vink, sees advantages and drawbacks: “The people who drew up the light intensity requirement of 50 lux really don’t understand bird behaviour and needs.” The Better Chicken Commitment basically consists of 5 on-farm requirements designed to increase animal welfare. As of 2026, under the Better Chicken Commitment, these requirements will
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Nathalie
Kinsley
Fabian
Brockötter
Tony
McDougal
