When? Wednesday 25th of June 2025 at 10.00-12.00 pm (CET) Platform? Zoom - The webinar will be recorded. Program: Stefan Gunnarsson (BroilerNet coordinator)Opening & Introduction into the BroilerNet project Frank Tuyttens (ILVO) Project partner aWISHComparing catching methods for animal welfare, ergonomics and economics Zoe Prentza (Pindos) BroilerNet ChampionPackage of measure...
On the Beckhove farm, broiler fattening, pig farming and arable farming are carried out. This is rounded off by biogas production together with another pig farmer.The biogas plant is located on the farm of the pig farmer and uses both the manure for the broiler...
A significant portion of t he environmental impact of chicken meat production arises from feed raw materials and additives, particularly for slow-growing strains, which require more feed to produce 1 kg of meat.A sustainable solution lies in producing feed additives from agro-industrial byproducts, such as...
In intensive farming the quality of the litter is pivotal, as well as the possibility to keep it dry. Bedding must be handled properly to ensure that the animals are kept in a comfortable environment and avoiding plantar injury. Moreover, a well-managed and dry litter...
The Feed values in the Finnish Feed Tables, such as mineral content and digestibility of minerals, are used both in feeding and feed planning and as a basis for calculations for environmental and production management decision-making. The values in the Feed Table have a wide...
Heat exchangers work on the cross-flow principle. This means that warm poultry house air and cold fresh air flow through the exchanger at the same time, without coming into contact with each other. A set of filters ensures that only purified exhaust air enters the...
The challenge addressed by the Good Practice (GP) is to 'Improve water conservation and management', a key issue in optimising the use of water resources in agriculture and animal husbandry, particularly in contexts that require prudent water management to ensure animal health and facility efficiency....
Groundwater in Finland is known to be one of the highest quality in the world. Animals drink the same water as people. There are quality requirements and targets set for drinking water. There are 60 measurable properties. Today, ordinary people can also check the quality...
The Swedish Poultry Meats Association is a unique industry organisation that takes responsibility for the entire value chain in Swedish broiler production, from breeding and rearing to transport and slaughter. The various quality programmes, which all members must follow, are stricter than the national animal...
The Swedish Poultry Meats Association is a unique industry organisation that takes responsibility for the entire value chain in Swedish broiler production, from breeding and rearing to transport and slaughter. The various quality programmes, which all members must follow, are stricter than the national animal...
Catching live poultry at the farm is the critical process that can significantly impact bird welfare and product quality. During this phase, birds experience various stressors, including human handling, noise, lightning changes, and transportation preparation. Improper handling techniques and prolonged catching times can lead to...
For farmers and producers, adopting this Good Practice is essential as labour shortages make mechanized harvesting a necessary investment. With a declining manual workforce, this equipment becomes critical for maintaining efficiency and productivity. Its implementation is straightforward, allowing easy adoption across the broiler sector in...