The laying hen can naturally continue to produce eggs for many years. However, her peak production will naturally decline with age. Photo: Shutterstock
The egg industry is currently dealing with its fair share of challenges. With EU production outstripping consumption and prices being squeezed, producers are looking for more ways to improve the efficiency of their business. Egg number and shell quality are always important measures but with many looking to increase the laying cycle of their birds and regular discussions surrounding reaching 500 eggs per bird, the role of layer gut health in production has never been more pertinent.
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