Unclear scientific terminology affects bird welfare Bird welfare can be impinged when legislators adopt unclear scientific definitions, according to recently...
Research: Genome-based approach detects avian flu outbreaks Scientists are claiming that a new genomics-based testing approach can detect highly pathogenic avian influenza...
Dutch retailer Jumbo commits to further sustainable measures Dutch retailer Jumbo is introducing a range of new sustainability measures in its poultry operations as part of...
US build on antibiotic research following Wellcome Trust... Grant funding to study the impact of California’s new legislation limiting the use of antimicrobial drugs given...
Avian flu antibodies in Chinese poultry workers Chinese poultry workers had higher levels of avian flu antibodies in their blood than swine workers or members...
Novel strategies to combat production diseases in poultry Intensification of farming increases the risk and susceptibility of poultry getting production diseases, making...
Young egg leaders on a mission The latest tranche of young egg leaders have travelled to Paris to meet with representatives from the World...
Smart farms that can feed chickens and detect bird flu Smart farms that can maximise poultry production and even detect avian influenza without the use of human help...
Multiple resistance genes found in chickens in China A team of investigators have isolated colistin resistant Escherichia coli from a commercial poultry farm in...
Interview: "No antibiotics ever at Perdue Farms in the US" You better get used to it, because you will hear the term NAE, or ‘No Antibiotics Ever’ more often in the...
Greenpeace claim CAP is promoting pollution from poultry... Intensive poultry farms have come under criticism for high levels of ammonia from campaign group Greenpeace,...
EC at loggerheads with Brazil over Salmonella in poultry The European Commission’s (EC) decision to ban meat imports from 20 Brazilian plants is believed to be due to...
Poultry research centre to focus on antibiotic alternatives Scientists battling to find alternatives to antibiotics to keep poultry healthy are to have a new state of the...
Link between broiler footpad lesions and gait scores... Scientists say there is clear correlation between cases of footpad dermatitis and worsening gait scores in...
Algae potential to cut antibiotics French researchers have been exploring the potential of algae for boosting the immune systems of animals and...
US research aims to further enrich eggs and poultry meat US researchers aim to further enrich eggs and poultry meat with omega-3 fatty acids in order to increase human...
Developing nations need robust support to reduce medicine... It can seem distinctly unfair to judge developing countries’ practices when it comes to the environment or use...
ESBL-scare in the right context One of the main drivers behind the reduction of antibiotic usage in livestock is the rise of resistant bacteria...
Formaldehyde denial: Loss of a vital preventive measure The EU recently passed a denial of authorisation for formaldehyde in animal feed, but formaldehyde is a vital...
Preparing for the next flu season With the knowledge that it is always flu season somewhere, the large poultry production regions in the western...
American chicken is incompatible with European farming Chicken has long been a sticking point in Transatlantic trade negotiations. For 2 decades Europe has banned...
Avian influenza difficult to deal with Poultry producers in Europe and the US are out of the woods when it comes to the avian influenza threat from...
Approach antibiotic resistance head on Most acknowledge that an overall reduction of their use – in both human health and livestock – will reduce the...
Veterinary concerns must outweigh economic concerns According to avian influenza experts, the bird flu carrying wild widgeons should be out of the largest part of...
Commentary: Foster Farms and the US Salmonella outbreaks Chick-Cite has commented recently on the ongoing investigation of outbreaks of Salmonella Heidelberg attributed...
Veterinary drugs: health for poultry and humans Proper use of veterinary drugs is essential for optimising animal health status and improving animal...
Big pharma rediscovers the poultry industry The recent announcement that Pfizer Animal Health will purchase Embrex Inc. for over $150 million is an...
Awareness crucial in antibiotic use An extremely high antibiotic use is registered in broiler farms in Indonesia, especially worrying is the...
McDonald’s in the cross hairs Animal welfare groups have targeted the iconic golden arches of McDonald’s in a bid to improve the lives of...
Insects as food and feed – the legal perspective Insect protein could offer poultry producers a viable alternative protein, if regulatory and perception problems...
How to get the most from a poultry flock health plan Flock health plans have evolved from assurance scheme checklists to the foundations of an active partnership...
The growing case for new AI control methods Vaccination against avian influenza and changing consumer habits were just two topics that featured at the...
Antibiotic free: Ready for the next stage Antibiotic free meat: A nightmare or golden opportunity? And where are we at when it comes to reducing the...
Young chick feeding for optimal gut health Early nutrition in chicks is important in order to meet their needs for initial fast growth rates as well as the...
Perdue to invest in higher welfare stunning US poultry giant Perdue Farms is to invest more than $?15m in a higher welfare controlled atmospheric stunning...
Getting ventilation right on broiler farms Correct airflow is fundamental to a healthy and productive poultry flock. Here, we review the basic steps to...
Top health concerns for turkey farmers The latest Turkey Science and Production conference offered delegates a wide range of topics and papers on...
Cleaning and disinfection against Campylobacter Campylobacter bacteria in poultry products are a main cause of human food-borne diseases. Production...
Using data to manage bird health New technology that monitors farm trends in real time could help the industry achieve further reductions in...
Piecing together optimal pullet rearing Antibiotic usage in the layer industry is relatively low, compared to other poultry sectors. However, that...
Transition to antibiotic free production Recent years have seen an explosion in the availability of “free-from” foods for consumers increasingly...
Smart sanitiser cutting human contact with formalin Poultry World visited Aviagen’s hatchery in the West Midlands, where we caught up with a company that is...
Mixing feed for more tailored layer rations More egg producers are switching from bought-in feed to tailored, home-mixed rations which can offer a greater...
Is the fridge door the best place to keep eggs? What are the implications for eggs kept in the fridge door? Is there a better option?
Why is this egg stuck? This egg is stuck in the tray. How did this happen, what are the consequences and how can it be prevented?
Is this system working optimally? There is a capacity problem with this rod conveyor – how did this happen and what is the solution?
Are these cracks fresh or old? If you see a crack on an egg, how do you determine its age? And how can you minimise them from occurring?
How do you get feathers on eggs? Why have these eggs got feathers on them and what is the impact on grading machines?
Why is this egg belt very full? The density of eggs on the egg belt is not constant throughout the laying cycle. So how do you avoid a situation...
Why is this abnormal egg on the house floor? This egg was laid late. How can this happen? And what can be done to prevent it?
Why are there stripes on these eggs? Stripes on the egg shell can mean a couple things. These stripes are hen footprints, find out what that means...
Why is this egg covered in blood? Eggs should not have blood them. This is what you can do to prevent it.
Why are upper laying nests cramped with hens? This is the reason most hens are in the upper laying nests.
Why are eggs in front of the nest box? If eggs in front of the nest box is a frequent occurrence, what is the cause and what can you do to prevent it?
The cause of soft shells Soft or shell-less eggs are not only messy, they indicate something is wrong.
When hens can't stand properly If hens are not fully able to stand, it could have one of these causes.