Advances in Poultry Welfare

Publication Year: 2018

Author / Editor: Joy A. Mench (Editor)

Overview: This volume provides a comprehensive examination of poultry welfare across commercial production systems, exploring management practices from the hatchery to slaughter. It addresses ongoing welfare challenges such as skeletal problems, feather pecking, housing sustainability, and social behavior to improve flock management.

Key Topics Covered:

Commercial poultry production systems and management practices from hatch to slaughter
On-farm welfare assessment methods and individual bird health evaluation
Continuing challenges including skeletal problems, feather pecking, and housing sustainability
Stocking density requirements, social behavior, and emerging production issues