management

27-08-2021 | Article

How to optimise layer breeder flock performance

When the birds have a longer feeder length available, there is less competition and the plumage is better. Photo: Wageningen Livestock Research

15-10-2020 | Article

Longer feeders lead to better plumage

The first three days after arrival on the farm are crucial in duck production. Photo: Hans Prinsen

05-10-2020 | Article

Preparing for a new flock of Pekin ducks

A study compared 4 broiler production systems in the Netherlands the conventional broiler system, the Dutch Retail Broiler, the Better Life one Star system and the organic broiler production system. Photo: Daisy

15-05-2020 | Article

Study compares 4 Dutch broiler production systems

Flow rate is an important factor in water sanitation. Photo: Cobb

23-03-2020 | Article

Maintaining water quality vital for flock performance

Smart technologies give alert when essential biosecurity protocols, like using hand sanitisers, are ignored. Photo: Henk Riswick

24-06-2019 | Article

Immediate ‘beep’ if farm biosecurity is ignored

Photo: Scott Olson

17-06-2019 | Article

The nutritional needs of slow-growing birds

"Farmers should be thinking more about how moisture levels are controlled, according to the University of Georgia s Brian Fairchild. Photo: Jake Davies

07-06-2019 | Article

Managing moisture to maximise broiler performance

Photo: Tim Scrivener

03-05-2019 | Article

Evaluating performance through whole-house trials