sustainability

Photo: ChainCraft
07-06-2021 | Article

Vital early life support with unique, sustainable fatty acids

The key objective of the project is to develop a more sustainably produced nutrient-dense chicken that will provide a rich source of omega-3 oils in the human diet, as well as enhancing poultry production. Photo: Henk Riswick
04-06-2021 | News

Poultry agri-tech firms win funding to boost sustainability

Consumer demands for higher welfare and lower emissions need to be balanced against realistic, sustainable goals for the industry. Photo: Hans Prinsen
28-05-2021 | News

Balancing sustainability and welfare key for meat sector

The FAO has signed an MOU with Egypt s Poultry Farmers Union to develop the production and sustainability of the local poultry industry. Photo: Bla_
25-05-2021 | News

FAO signs MOU with Egyptian poultry industry

Consumers can significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions through their food choices. Up to 30% of a household s carbon footprint is related to food and the same percentage are willing to pay for sustainable foods. Photo: Bert Jansen
11-05-2021 | Article

Unlocking the value of sustainable business practices

Speaking at the final NFU Poultry research seminar, Emily Burton, of Nottingham Trent University, touched on a new initiative that was recycling industrial carbon dioxide into cost-competitive protein. Photo: Nottingham Trent University
03-05-2021 | News

Exploring innovation on poultry farms and research hubs

Upmarket UK retailer Marks and Spencer has moved to 100% British chicken. Photo: ANP
28-04-2021 | News

Looking ahead at UK poultry trends: A retail update

US-based Egg Innovations has taken its flock past the 100 week mark, not with white birds, but with using a Hyline Brown bird. It found that the flock was still laying at 86% at 80 weeks and was maintained fully feathered at 106 weeks. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman
26-03-2021 | News

Taking free-range brown birds past 100 weeks of lay

Using renewable energy is one tool to reduce CO2 emissions from farms. House roofs are ideal for installing solar panels. Photo: Hans Prinsen
23-03-2021 | News

Cracking down on carbon footprint of eggs to reach net zero