The broiler feeding process is aimed at making sure that the bird, being raised for meat, attains the desired weight at the time of slaughter. According to Dr Ismail Nsubuga, a veterinary adviser at ...

Animal welfare is a complex concept but there is general agreement within the scientific community and beyond that farm animals should be able to move easily and be in good health. One welfare issue ...

Feeds account for about 60 to 70 percent of the total cost of producing eggs or meat from poultry. Of the total feed cost, about 95 percent is used to meet energy and protein requirements, three ...

Effective hygiene is the first step to ensure broilers convert their feed efficiently into weight gain. Without this, it is likely to be an uphill struggle to maintain their health, and poor health ...