Best practice, research and innovations in managing layers sustainably

In focus

Research: adding foliage to pasture-based chicken habitat may increase growth, reduce infection

15 Nov 2021

A recent study from Oregon State University’s veterinary college found that planting hedgerows in pasture-raised chicken farms may reduce heat stress to help certain chicken breeds grow faster and increase their immune r…

Public health research studies raw value-added egg product storage

8 Nov 2021

New CQUniversity research looked at food handling and safety regarding raw eggs in the food industry

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New study finds cage-free egg-laying hen mortality declines over time

20 Oct 2021

Mortality in cage-free flocks declines as managers gain experience and knowledge over time

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Egg Farmers of Canada continues to help crack the code on hunger by supporting Heart for Africa and sustainable egg farming practices in Eswatini

18 Oct 2021

For over seven years, Egg Farmers of Canada has partnered with Heart for Africa to support Project Canaan, a 1,000 hectare large-scale land development project in Eswatini. Through Project Canaan, expertise and resources…

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News

Croatia reports H5N1 avian influenza case

28 Nov 2021

The outbreak was in a backyard flock

Switzerland reports H5N1 avian influenza case

27 Nov 2021

The case was found at an animal sanctuary

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Brazil optimistic on poultry, pork trade

26 Nov 2021

Exporters project $490.2 million in business after Anuga 2021

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EU lowers use of veterinary antibiotics

26 Nov 2021

Overall sales of antimicrobials declined by 43.2% in 10 years

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Planterra Foods launches plant-based chicken cutlet

26 Nov 2021

The Colorado-based company expanded its line of plant-based protein

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More news

Flock management

Probiotics in the drinking water: Huvepharma creates novel effervescent tablets

2 Nov 2021 Sponsored

Huvepharma is proud to present B-Act® Buzz, the newest member of the successful probiotic B-Act® range. The novel efferv…

Insect-based protein – fad or panacea?

29 Oct 2021 Sponsored

In the last decade or so, there has been great interest in the option of using insects to convert organic waste (bio-waste) into protein and compost.…

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Opinion - South Africa's small poultry producers need greater industry representation

28 Oct 2021

Despite the good intentions of government and the private sector, the poultry industry remains closed to new entrants, says Kobedi Pilane, co-ordinator of the APP (African Poultry Producer) chapter in AFASA (African Farmer Association of South Africa).…

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ADM’s profits more than double on strong crush margins and demand for vegetable oil

28 Oct 2021

Grain trading giant Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) says its third-quarter profit more than doubled, as strong oilseed crushing margins and rising vegetable oil demand boosted its core agricultural services and oilseeds unit.…

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British free-range egg producers need urgent price increase

24 Nov 2021

Rising cost of feed, energy, transport and labour causing pressure

New study finds cage-free egg-laying hen mortality declines over time

20 Oct 2021

Mortality in cage-free flocks declines as managers gain experience and knowledge over time

Shift to cage-free egg production prompts need to revise health and management plans

15 Oct 2021

Vaccinations and other preventative health measures are more critical than ever as the US egg industry shifts toward cag…

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Hy-Line International celebrates and supports World Egg Day

8 Oct 2021 Sponsored

On Friday, October 8th, egg fans worldwide will celebrate the power of the egg and all its nutritional and environmental…

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Factors affecting chick comfort and liveability from hatcher to brooding house

24 Nov 2021 Sponsored

Pedigree, great grandparent and grandparent broiler breeding stock need to have excellent health status to minimise the …

Women in Poultry: Dr. Doris Mueller-Doblies

27 Oct 2021

Learn more about Doris Mueller-Doblies, Global Food Safety Consultant with Elanco based in Austria

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UK's new Trade and Agriculture Commission hopes to boost farm exports

26 Oct 2021

UK ministers are building on the recommendations made by the first Agriculture Mission, takings steps to safeguard animal welfare and address antimicrobial resistance in trade agreements.…

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MEPs make further progress on Farm to Fork strategy

26 Oct 2021

Members of the European Parliament are presenting plans to revamp the EU's food systems, to produce healthier food, shore up food security, a fair income for farmers and reduce farming's environmental footprint.…

Egg layers

In focus

Research: adding foliage to pasture-based chicken habitat may increase growth, reduce infection

Public health research studies raw value-added egg product storage

New study finds cage-free egg-laying hen mortality declines over time

Egg Farmers of Canada continues to help crack the code on hunger by supporting Heart for Africa and sustainable egg farming practices in Eswatini

News

Croatia reports H5N1 avian influenza case

Switzerland reports H5N1 avian influenza case

Brazil optimistic on poultry, pork trade

EU lowers use of veterinary antibiotics

Planterra Foods launches plant-based chicken cutlet

Flock management

Probiotics in the drinking water: Huvepharma creates novel effervescent tablets

Insect-based protein – fad or panacea?

Opinion - South Africa's small poultry producers need greater industry representation

ADM’s profits more than double on strong crush margins and demand for vegetable oil

Production types

British free-range egg producers need urgent price increase

New study finds cage-free egg-laying hen mortality declines over time

Shift to cage-free egg production prompts need to revise health and management plans

Hy-Line International celebrates and supports World Egg Day

Layer welfare

Factors affecting chick comfort and liveability from hatcher to brooding house

Women in Poultry: Dr. Doris Mueller-Doblies

UK's new Trade and Agriculture Commission hopes to boost farm exports

MEPs make further progress on Farm to Fork strategy