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Arjan Stegeman: “Technically it is possible to create dynamic, real-time risk maps. So there is still some work to be done before real-time risk estimates become available.” Photo: Dick van Doorn
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‘Risk-based bird flu mitigation’

Confidence in consumer demand for free-range eggs has prompted leading European egg producers to commit not only to phase out cages for laying hens but to phase out combination systems as well. Tackling poultry superbugs across the globe. Photo: Peter Roek
14-05-2022 | Article

Companies continue to meet cage-free commitments

Broilers provided with the nipple drinkers had improved feed conversion and slightly lighter weights compared to broilers given water in troughs. Photo: Lex Salverda
12-05-2022 | Article

Factors affecting water intake and its utilisation by chickens

Results from Synergy’s extensive feed trials have definitively convinced McAleer and his team that a plant-based diet is best to achieve top results in the breeder and broiler house. Photo: Synergy
26-04-2022 | Article

On-farm trials and more ensure success

Since 2000, the harvested soybean area in Brazil has increased by 160%. Photo: Shutterstock
22-04-2022 | Article

The soybean situation: 2021 and beyond

The use of a traditional inactivated virus vaccine is prohibited in some countries because these vaccines do not allow differentiation between vaccinated and infected birds (DIVA). Photo: Koos Groenewold
20-04-2022 | Article

New rapid protection bird flu vaccine

Improvements in the handling and transport of birds can prevent a multitude of meat quality issues and DOAs. Photo: Hans Prinsen
19-04-2022 | Article

Low-stress handling ensures good quality broiler meat

A flexible water-soluble formulation allows the probiotic to be applied only in specific periods.
14-04-2022 | Article

B-Act Buzz: new formulation, same efficacy

With direct access to feed and water, the chicks show improved bodyweight from the start. Photos: Bart Nus Photografie
11-04-2022 | Article

Australia’s Ingham’s invests to meet future demands

It is widely recognised that cage-free systems are generally less efficient than cages due to several production traits. Photo: Jack Caffrey
06-04-2022 | Article

Efficiency challenges of cage-free eggs