Articles by Dick Van Doorn

Getting the most out of male broiler by-products
01-10 | Article

Getting the most out of male broiler by-products

Fleer is proud of his technical results. The FCR of the past flocks has averaged around 1.48 - 1.52. The male and female broilers are fattened until they weigh approximately 2.6 kg.
29-07 | Article

Reaching the limits of expansion for German broiler farmer

According to the Dutch compound feed company director, Marcel Roordink, the CSRD legislation will have a global impact. Photos: Dick van Doorn
27-06 | Article

Global impact of EU sustainability legislation for the poultry sector and beyond

Aart van den Ham: “European soy has a much lower footprint than soy from South America. And you no longer contribute to the deforestation of rainforests." Photos: Dick van Doorn
18-03 | Article

Lower footprint feeding European soy to poultry

Jacco Korenblik: "The U-tubes of the aviary system are a favourite hiding spot for the red mites." Photos: Dick van Doorn
26-02 | Article

Getting to grips with red mites in poultry

The Lisabeth integration uses alfalfa bales as a welfare measure for the Gallux chicken concept. Photos: Dick van Doorn
19-02 | Article

From egg to chicken leg in 1 family business

Lowering stocking density will have a negative effect on the EU’s overall production capacity. Photos: Dick van Doorn
10-01 | Article

Rabobank specialists discuss current poultry market trends

Until recently, day-old chicks were hatched on farm using the NestBorn concept. At the moment, the family is simply receiving day-old chicks from the hatchery. Photo: Dick van Doorn
11-12-2023 | Article

‘Last ounce of broiler growth is not the most crucial thing’

The VH Group is firmly rooted in India and that will remain its main area of growth. Photo: Vivek Kolape
04-09-2023 | Article

Seizing every opportunity to expand

“Within AVEC we have written a so-called ‘sustainability charter’ that will be implemented in the coming years,” said Oplaat. Photo: Ton Kastermans
25-08-2023 | Interview

‘Bright future for EU broiler production’

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Dick Van Doorn Freelance Journalist