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On-farm trials and more ensure success

Hanna Hamina runs a broiler farm in Finland and is also executive director of the Finnish Poultry Association. Photo: Hanna Hamina

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Excelling in antibiotic-free broiler production

Eggs from hens on pasture have a higher concentration of vitamins A and E. Photo: Chris McCullough

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Selling free-range eggs online

Farmer Angus chickens live in Eggmobiles which are opened each morning to let the birds roam free during the day.

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Regenerative farming with innovative Eggmobile concept

Photo: Eric Delanghe

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Biosecurity by military design

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Strong demand for mixed day-old chicks in South Africa

The new barn is a single-storey building making operations easier. Photo: Prinzen

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Farm report: Producing broilers under quota regulations

Good hygiene in the poultry house is essential. Hot water and detergent will effectively clean walls, floors and equipment. Photo: Trouw Nutrition

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Reducing antibiotics: 4-phase farm management blueprint

The house with Hubbard JA57 and JA87 parent stock. The dwarf females resemble a regular layer, says Melvin Hazeleger. Photo: Henk Riswick

03-08-2020 | Article

Young poultry farmer’s experience with dwarf parent stock

Getting the flocks Salmonella free required an action plan that was followed for years. Photo: Dick van Doorn

17-07-2020 | Article

Farm Report: How Dutch broiler farmer eradicates Salmonella

There are around 56,000 breeding hens at Elgin Free Range Chickens at any one time. Photo: Chris McCullough

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Farm report SA: Freedom and good feed ensure healthy birds

Bill MacFarlane came home to run the business in 1979. Photo: Picasa

14-02-2020 | Article

Pheasant hunting boosts bird demand across North America

The Metzers keep around 15,000 ducks on their farms of multiple breeds. Photo: Chris McCullough

18-09-2019 | Article

US duck farm competes for labour

Photo: Chris McCullough

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Cashing in on strong egg demand in Botswana

Photo: Chris McCullough

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