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Beyond 2012: The future of egg production systems

From the first of January of this year, traditional cages have officially been banned in the EU. To a large extent these have been replaced by alternative systems. Despite the advantages, some systems also have disadvantages. Most likely the development of new and better systems will continue.

By Arnold Elson, Nottingham, UK* Photo 1: Large group furnished (enriched) laying cages for 60 hens. ... read more »

Behaviour and feather pecking are priority areas for selection

Providing more space and daylight to layers has a major impact on bird behaviour. Over the years egg producers have learned to deal with feather pecking and cannibalism, but changes in breeds and housing conditions have created the need to pay more attention to these traits. read more >

UK family backs cages with millions

Like most of their European counterparts, egg producers in the UK must struggle with the future ban on cages. One of the country's larger family farms was the object of a study on how they deal with that issue. read more >

What affects the climate in poultry houses?

Climate conditions should be close to ideal for poultry if you expect them to perform at their maximum. What is a good climate and what influences it? read more >

Higher mortality in free-range aviary houses

Welfare issues have initiated the use of aviary systems. Some farmers use covered or free ranges. Managing flocks proves to be complicated: birds suffer from health problems and high mortality rates abound. read more >

Much ado about the welfare of the laying hen

Many topics have been covered in the past 26WPSA symposia on poultry welfare. But seldom have they been with such strong social and political overtones as the 27th Symposium held in the UK last year. read more >

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