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Studies have shown that the use of phytobiotics in appropriate quantities and proportions in feed for broiler chickens influences the proper functioning of the digestive tract. Photo: Canva
27-11 | News

Canada: Antimicrobial plants studied for bacteria control in poultry

This ban on GMO soy reportedly created a huge crisis in the poultry industry, as the major protein raw material for chicken feed suddenly became unavailable. Photo: Canva
26-11 | News

Pakistan scraps GMO import ban – poultry industry braces for rebound

An immune-complex vaccine has a delayed release which offers major advantages. Photo: Lex Salverda
25-11 | News

Rotation strategy to cool poultry IBD challenges

The incidence of occupational injuries and illnesses in poultry slaughtering and processing has dropped significantly. This achievement was reached through focusing on common issues stemming from repetitive strain. Photo: Canva
25-11 | News

A safety ‘first’ in US poultry processing

Sprouted barley refers to barley grains that have been germinated by soaking them in water and allowing them to begin the sprouting process. Photo: Canva
25-11 | News

Sprouted barley as a potential feed supplement for laying hens

Column: Think global
25-11 | Expert opinion

Column: Think global

Systems that gather data via animal movement or camera imaging lead to lower-stress, more efficient production and can be used to manage health. Photo: panuwat phimpha
25-11 | Article

Harnessing today’s technology for tomorrow’s animal welfare

Huvapharma invest millions in renewable energy sources such as solar energy. Photo: Huvapharma
25-11 | Article

Sustainable livestock production: Balancing the various aspects

The NFL have been collaborating with India, the Netherlands, Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya to promote agro-ecological practices. Photo: Natural Livestock Farming Foundation
25-11 | Article

Alternative approaches to minimising antibiotic use in dairy

Every feed ingredient has its own environmental impact value, based on origin, land use, transportation, processing and more. Photo: Shutterstock
25-11 | Article

Sustainable feed choices require valid LCA values

Animal welfare is an important aspect of sustainable livestock farming. Photo: Alltech
25-11 | Article

Linking animal welfare, health, and sustainability

Photo: Phileo by Lesaffre
25-11 | Article

Boosting sustainable dairy farming: A holistic approach

Photo: Miavit
25-11 | Article

Prevention instead of medication

Bextral’s dedicated team combines expertise and innovation to deliver tailored feed additive solutions for modern livestock production. Photo: Gijs Proost
25-11 | Article

Driving innovation in feed additive solutions

Some of the internal lesions on a poultry carcass can have a bigger economic impact than the external lesions. Photo: Zinpro
25-11 | Article

Poultry carcass tool helps to advance bird welfare

Photo: APC
25-11 | Article

Plasma: Solving piglet growth and diarrhoea dilemma