Broilers

Wet litter in combination with high levels of ammonia can cause severe footpad lesions.

28-02 | Article

Etiology and control of leg problems in broilers

Researchers investigated the effects of classical music on broilers under different stocking densities. Photo: Canva

23-02 | News

Could classical music impact broiler welfare?

Numerous retailers in the UK have adopted lower stocking rates in recent years. Photo: Ton Kastermans Fotografie

16-02 | News

Major UK retailer lowers stocking density of own brand chicken

Enrichment possibilities vary widely, adding platforms and ramps keeps the birds mobile. Photo: Jan Willem Schouten

14-02 | Article

Pros and cons of pen enrichment for broilers

The Williamsborg farm was converted from pigs to broilers in 2015, making it a modern, up-to-date operation.

08-02 | Article

No demand for slower-growing broilers in Denmark

In 2020, Poland was a net exporter of day-old chicks, while now it has to import them from other European countries to meet the growing demand. Photo: Canva

03-01 | News

Poland’s position as European poultry powerhouse strengthened

Photo: Canva

08-12-2023 | News

New broiler starter feed formulation boosting bird performance

The Ethometer system captures images of individual chickens but does not follow them separately. The machine learning is based on large samples over time. Photo: Royal GD

20-11-2023 | Article

An extra pair of eyes in the broiler house

Breeder flocks normally start with 9% males, after which this percentage drops due to mortality and culling to 7-8% at 40 weeks of age. Photo: Bert Jansen

03-11-2023 | Article

Broiler breeding: fewer males, more mating