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...
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...
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...
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...