Do eggs from free-range systems pose a food safety risk?
In barn and free-range egg production systems, hens have access to a nest in which to lay their eggs. This...
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Can the risk of free-range poultry contracting bird flu be managed?
Avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease of birds worldwide. Avian influenza is classified as... -
How can free-range layer hens be encouraged to use the range area?
Hens’ use of the outdoor range area in free-range housing systems is dependent on multiple factors. These factors include the... -
How much space does a layer hen need?
For layer hens to experience good animal welfare it is important they have enough space to move freely and express... -
Is the term ‘free range’ on a product label enough to guarantee good animal welfare? (the free-range egg example)
Consumer awareness of and demand for higher welfare food is growing and consumers need to be able to make an... -
What is the difference between, free range, outdoor bred, organic, sow-stall free, RSPCA Approved?
‘Free range’, ‘outdoor bred’, ‘organic’ and ‘sow-stall free’ are terms that are applied to animal-based food products, such as meat...