Poultry Industry News By Category: Poultry Welfare
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Dutch Bring Forward Beak Trimming Ban
NETHERLANDS - The Dutch ban on beak-trimming laying hens has been brought forward three years to 2018....
NETHERLANDS - The Dutch ban on beak-trimming laying hens has been brought forward three years to 2018....
NZ Sushi Company Switches to Free Range Chicken
NEW ZEALAND - NZ’s most successful sushi company, St Pierre’s Sushi, who introduced Kiwis to sushi in 1984, are set to revolutionise the fast food market once more by being the first major fast food chain in NZ to offer free-range chicken on their...
NEW ZEALAND - NZ’s most successful sushi company, St Pierre’s Sushi, who introduced Kiwis to sushi in 1984, are set to revolutionise the fast food market once more by being the first major fast food chain in NZ to offer free-range chicken on their...
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Veterinary Body Amends Policy on Poultry Transport
US - The Executive Board of the American Veterinary Medical Association AVMA) last week approved revisions to several policies, including that on pig castration as well as a new policy that includes poultry in its transport policy....
US - The Executive Board of the American Veterinary Medical Association AVMA) last week approved revisions to several policies, including that on pig castration as well as a new policy that includes poultry in its transport policy....
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Sustainability Changes to Impact Pig, Egg Producers
CANADA - As Tim Hortons tackles animal housing, what are the impacts for Canadian pig and egg producers?...
CANADA - As Tim Hortons tackles animal housing, what are the impacts for Canadian pig and egg producers?...
Friday, June 07, 2013
SENASCA Holds Briefing on Grant Proposals for Ag Ministry
PARAGUAY - On Wednesday, 5 June, the National Services for Animal Quality and Health (SENACSA) held an informative session on the call for proposals for grants under the Ministry of Agriculture, under the project titled "Economic Integration to Support...
PARAGUAY - On Wednesday, 5 June, the National Services for Animal Quality and Health (SENACSA) held an informative session on the call for proposals for grants under the Ministry of Agriculture, under the project titled "Economic Integration to Support...
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Salmonella Vaccine Could Contribute to Sustainable Poultry Health, Performance
US - Sustainable long-term poultry health and performance could be boosted thanks to a new Salmonella vaccine....
US - Sustainable long-term poultry health and performance could be boosted thanks to a new Salmonella vaccine....
Monday, June 03, 2013
Biosecurity and the Importance of Having a Plan
GLOBAL - One of the biggest threats to any poultry business is health challenges. This is why biosecurity is so important and why the latest Arbor Acres, Indian River and Ross Parent Stock Management Handbooks, produced by Aviagen, have a comprehensive...
GLOBAL - One of the biggest threats to any poultry business is health challenges. This is why biosecurity is so important and why the latest Arbor Acres, Indian River and Ross Parent Stock Management Handbooks, produced by Aviagen, have a comprehensive...
Friday, May 31, 2013
Report Highlights Consequences of Intensive Farming Practices
US - The intensification of modern farming is an increasing hazard for human health. That is the stark message of a new report released by Compassion in World Farming and the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA). ...
US - The intensification of modern farming is an increasing hazard for human health. That is the stark message of a new report released by Compassion in World Farming and the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA). ...
Thursday, May 30, 2013
OIE Adopts New Chapters on Animal Health, Welfare
GLOBAL - At the 81st General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) in Paris, France, new standards were agreed in a number of areas, including antimicrobial resistance, broiler welfare and rinderpest...
GLOBAL - At the 81st General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) in Paris, France, new standards were agreed in a number of areas, including antimicrobial resistance, broiler welfare and rinderpest...
Monday, May 27, 2013
Both Houses Pass Animal Health, Welfare Bill
IRELAND - The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, has announced that that the Animal Health & Welfare Bill has now been passed by both houses of the Oireachtas and will be sent to the President for signing in the coming days....
IRELAND - The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, has announced that that the Animal Health & Welfare Bill has now been passed by both houses of the Oireachtas and will be sent to the President for signing in the coming days....
Monday, May 20, 2013
Animal Welfare Panel Formed at Tyson
US - Tyson Foods has named more than a dozen Animal Well-Being Advisory Panel Members to help guide the Company's FarmCheck programme. ...
US - Tyson Foods has named more than a dozen Animal Well-Being Advisory Panel Members to help guide the Company's FarmCheck programme. ...
Friday, May 17, 2013
SENASICA Reports No Further Bird Flu Cases
MEXICO – Surveillance work has discovered no new cases of bird flu in Puebla, the Ministry of Agriculture (SAGARPA) revealed at a council of poultry industry organisations....
MEXICO – Surveillance work has discovered no new cases of bird flu in Puebla, the Ministry of Agriculture (SAGARPA) revealed at a council of poultry industry organisations....
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Profit and Welfare Crucial for Pig and Poultry
UK - The pig and poultry sectors have invested millions on new welfare systems and it is essential that these farmers can now run their businesses at a profit, NFU President Peter Kendall told the industry yesterday (Wednesday)....
UK - The pig and poultry sectors have invested millions on new welfare systems and it is essential that these farmers can now run their businesses at a profit, NFU President Peter Kendall told the industry yesterday (Wednesday)....
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Photoperiod, Light Intensity Do Not Stress Broilers
US - Plasma corticosterone - an indicator of stress - was not affected by photoperiod, light intensity or their interaction in recent research by USDA Agricultural Research Service. Bodyweight was reduced in broilers experiencing an 16-hour dark period...
US - Plasma corticosterone - an indicator of stress - was not affected by photoperiod, light intensity or their interaction in recent research by USDA Agricultural Research Service. Bodyweight was reduced in broilers experiencing an 16-hour dark period...
Humane Society: India Agrees Battery Cages Are Illegal
INDIA - Humane Society International/India (HSI/India) has successfully persuaded the majority of Indian states—including the top egg-producing states—to declare that confining hens to battery cages violates the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act...
INDIA - Humane Society International/India (HSI/India) has successfully persuaded the majority of Indian states—including the top egg-producing states—to declare that confining hens to battery cages violates the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act...
Thursday, May 09, 2013
Public Seeks Assurances Farmers Take Care of Animals
CANADA - The chair of the Provincial Animal Care Committee for Manitoba says that, when it comes to the care and handling of farm animals that are raised for food, the general public is looking for assurances that farmers can be trusted to do the right...
CANADA - The chair of the Provincial Animal Care Committee for Manitoba says that, when it comes to the care and handling of farm animals that are raised for food, the general public is looking for assurances that farmers can be trusted to do the right...
Monday, May 06, 2013
Pressure to Lift Poultry Standards
AUSTRALIA - Australian and New Zealand primary industry ministers will consider increased regulations and enforcement measures over battery hen production, following a push by ACT Greens minister Shane Rattenbury....
AUSTRALIA - Australian and New Zealand primary industry ministers will consider increased regulations and enforcement measures over battery hen production, following a push by ACT Greens minister Shane Rattenbury....
Friday, May 03, 2013
Genetic Selection for Leg Soundness in Broilers is Feasible
US - A new study shows that it is possible to select for improved leg soundness in broilers without having a significant adverse effects on bodyweight or carcass traits....
US - A new study shows that it is possible to select for improved leg soundness in broilers without having a significant adverse effects on bodyweight or carcass traits....
Coalition Formed to Oppose Egg Bill
US - Egg Farmers of America, a coalition of egg farmers and supporters throughout the US, are opposed to the Egg Bill (S820 and HR1731) for many reasons including the resultant farm foreclosures similar to the EU experience when they implemented a law...
US - Egg Farmers of America, a coalition of egg farmers and supporters throughout the US, are opposed to the Egg Bill (S820 and HR1731) for many reasons including the resultant farm foreclosures similar to the EU experience when they implemented a law...
Thursday, May 02, 2013
Nest Design Affects Hen Behaviour, Mislaid Eggs
SWITZERLAND - Grids outside nest boxes rather than wooden perches seemed to improve nesting behaviour in laying hens, according to new research, and resulted in fewer mislaid eggs....
SWITZERLAND - Grids outside nest boxes rather than wooden perches seemed to improve nesting behaviour in laying hens, according to new research, and resulted in fewer mislaid eggs....
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Dozen Reasons for Family Farms to Vote 'No' on Egg Bill
US - Ahead of the Congress vote on the 'Egg Bill', Egg Farmers of America opposes federal standards for egg production, saying it would disadvantage family farms....
US - Ahead of the Congress vote on the 'Egg Bill', Egg Farmers of America opposes federal standards for egg production, saying it would disadvantage family farms....
Saturday is International Respect for Chickens Day
US - On Saturday (4 May), animal advocates will celebrate International Respect for Chickens Day. May is International Respect for Chickens Month....
US - On Saturday (4 May), animal advocates will celebrate International Respect for Chickens Day. May is International Respect for Chickens Month....
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Family Farmers Need Congress to Pass 'Egg Bill' to Survive
US - Egg farmers say they need Congress to include the Egg Products Inspection Act ("Egg Bill"), introduced recently in Congress, as part of this year's Farm Bill or many of them may soon be forced out of business....
US - Egg farmers say they need Congress to include the Egg Products Inspection Act ("Egg Bill"), introduced recently in Congress, as part of this year's Farm Bill or many of them may soon be forced out of business....
Monday, April 29, 2013
Egg Bill Blasted by Animal Protection Organizations
US - The Humane Farming Association (HFA) and a broad coalition of animal protection organizations expressed outrage over Senator Feinstein's introduction of "The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2013." ...
US - The Humane Farming Association (HFA) and a broad coalition of animal protection organizations expressed outrage over Senator Feinstein's introduction of "The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2013." ...
Friday, April 26, 2013
Commission Refers Greece, Italy to Court over Cage Ban Failure
EU - The European Commission decided to take Greece and Italy to the Court of Justice of the European Union over the failure to correctly implement Directive 1999/74/EC banning 'un-enriched cages' (battery cages). ...
EU - The European Commission decided to take Greece and Italy to the Court of Justice of the European Union over the failure to correctly implement Directive 1999/74/EC banning 'un-enriched cages' (battery cages). ...
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