Zootecnica | Poultry Magazine

The Western egg industry is transitioning to cage-free housing, creating new welfare challenges for hens genetically adapted to battery cages. Research highlights that early-life experiences with structural complexity and load-bearing exercise are crucial for adaptation to aviary systems and long-term skeletal health. Feather pecking remains a significant issue, with...

As Europe prepares for the autumn bird migration season, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Commission have released a range of practical resources to help farmers, small flock holders and veterinarians prevent the spread of avian influenza, under a campaign called #NoBirdFlu.

Outbreaks of avian influenza – also known as bird flu – can have ser...

Biosecurity is a major issue in poultry farming today. Failures in biosecurity can lead to significant economic losses: lower animal production, mortality, poor egg quality, etc. In this article, we will explain all the steps for an efficient cleaning and disinfection of poultry houses.

Some bacteria and viruses can survive for a long time in farm con...

The World Egg Organisation (WEO) has announced the winners of its 2026 Awards, recognising outstanding leadership, innovation, marketing excellence, and contribution to the global egg industry.

The awards were presented during the WEO Global Leadership Conference in Singapore on Thursday 10 September, bringing together egg industry leaders from around the world to cel...

Eight broiler production concepts produced different breast meat profiles, but consumers distinguished far less between them. In the three concepts tested with consumers, juiciness was the only liking attribute that differed significantly.

Breast meat from more extensive broiler production systems can differ substantially in composition, firmness and ...