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Effects of post-hatch brooding temperature on broilers Intensive broiler production comes with challenges for animal welfare, including lameness and contact dermatitis which may inflict pain and complicate performan
09/12/2016
Seajoy’s ablation-free shrimp answers emerging welfare concern Collaboration with Lyons Seafood, GAA, University of Stirling finds success without removing the eyestalk, considered by some as cruelty
06/01/2017
Cow bells and their effect on cow behaviour In alpine regions cows are often equipped with bells. But how do cows experience wearing these bells? Swiss researchers delved into this issue.
04/10/2017
Parasite control can reduce hen mortality A recent PhD study has investigated animal welfare in organic egg production and found an association between hen mortality and the level of parasite infection
03/11/2017
Happy farmer, happy cow Researchers at the Norwegian Veterinary Institute have identified a clear link between the behaviour of farmers and their cows.
06/01/2018
Calves need more motherly care Calves are usually separated from cows right after birth. A new study indicates that they should get more time with their mothers.
07/02/2018
Investing in animal welfare pays off for German piggery With the welfare of farm animals under close scrutiny in Europe, farmers there are increasingly utilising technologies and systems that balance animals
28/02/2018
What we feed animals is key to a sustainable future for food when consumers do eat meat, fish and dairy as part of a diverse diet, we need to make sure they are produced in the most sustainable way possible
02/03/2018
More and more cows are catching colds Respiratory infections in cattle pose a large and growing problem in Norway, resulting in impaired animal welfare and the increasing use of antibiotics
07/03/2018
Selection of chickens with increased disease resistance one step closer Research could lead to animals with improved disease resistance and, thus, less antibiotic use, lower economic losses for farmer and improved animal welfare.
24/03/2018