Poultry top stories POULTRYBird flu prevention zone imposed in England and ScotlandAn avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) has been declared across the whole of England and Scotland in response to escalating cases of bird flu. Starting on Saturday 25 January 2025,… LAYERSOver a million layers to be culled as bird flu strikesAvian influenza has struck one of the largest and most modern egg laying sites in the country, with more than a million birds now expected to be culled in an… BROILERSParacetic acid trials show pathogen benefits in broilersEfforts to reduce antibiotics use on poultry units could be bolstered by an in-water paracetic acid product that controls major pathogens, an animal health company claims. Trial data from 250,000… BROILERSHow heat exchangers can benefit both environment and poultryIt makes a lot of sense to reuse heat that is present in poultry housing. Warming up the incoming fresh air to provide the necessary ventilation keeps the internal atmosphere… POULTRYAvian influenza outbreak prompts prevention zoneA fourth case of avian influenza has been confirmed in Norfolk, escalating concerns as the UK prepares for the Christmas season. The latest case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)… BROILERSAppeals judge throws out case against modern broiler rearingThe Court of Appeal in London has dismissed a case brought by animal activists that, had it been successful, could have forced the poultry sector to cease using “fast-growing” broilers… POULTRYAvian influenza strikes turkey farm in NorfolkA new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed on a commercial free-range turkey premises, near Watton in mid-Norfolk – the third case of the current “season” (which… Poultry news POULTRYBird flu prevention zone imposed in England and ScotlandAn avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) has been declared across the whole of England and Scotland in response to escalating cases of bird flu. Starting on Saturday 25 January 2025,… POULTRYAvian influenza cases mount up in EnglandFurther cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed in England over the festive period, with 15 cases of the H5N1 strain confirmed since the start of the bird… POULTRYFree-range poultry ordered indoors as avian influenza mountsAs avian influenza cases continue to mount, free-range poultrykeepers in the East Riding of Yorkshire, the Kingston Upon Hull region, Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk have been ordered to keep their… POULTRYKFC faces backlash for abandoning Better Chicken CommitmentFast-food chicken outlet KFC has been targeted by animal rights groups after it abandoned its previous pledge to meet the so-called Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) by 2026. The BCC calls… BroilersSee all BROILERSParacetic acid trials show pathogen benefits in broilersEfforts to reduce antibiotics use on poultry units could be bolstered by an in-water paracetic acid product that controls major pathogens, an animal health company claims. Trial data from 250,000… BROILERSHow heat exchangers can benefit both environment and poultryIt makes a lot of sense to reuse heat that is present in poultry housing. Warming up the incoming fresh air to provide the necessary ventilation keeps the internal atmosphere… BROILERSAppeals judge throws out case against modern broiler rearingThe Court of Appeal in London has dismissed a case brought by animal activists that, had it been successful, could have forced the poultry sector to cease using “fast-growing” broilers… POULTRYThe benefits and uses of lucerne in poultry productionLucerne is becoming more commonplace in UK poultry systems because of the benefits the crop provides to the welfare and productivity of flocks. Lucerne bales provide hens with important foraging… POULTRYLabelling rules for free-range poultry to be easedOutdoor-reared poultry that are compulsorily housed during an avian influenza outbreak look set to retain their free-range status, no matter how long they are contained. Currently broilers can only be… POULTRY7 ways to manage poultry litter for optimum performancePoultry are in continuous contact with litter, so it is no surprise that when conditions are poor, birds will not perform to their genetic potential. Sara Perez, veterinary director at… LayersSee all LAYERSOver a million layers to be culled as bird flu strikesAvian influenza has struck one of the largest and most modern egg laying sites in the country, with more than a million birds now expected to be culled in an… LAYERSHow one couple set up in free-range egg productionPrice volatility is a well-documented feature in egg production. But when Ben Anthony and Diana Fairclough weighed up returns against income from their suckler beef and sheep enterprises, the figures… POULTRYFree-range poultry ordered indoors as avian influenza mountsAs avian influenza cases continue to mount, free-range poultrykeepers in the East Riding of Yorkshire, the Kingston Upon Hull region, Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk have been ordered to keep their… BROILERSHow heat exchangers can benefit both environment and poultryIt makes a lot of sense to reuse heat that is present in poultry housing. Warming up the incoming fresh air to provide the necessary ventilation keeps the internal atmosphere… POULTRYAvian influenza found in small commercial flock in CornwallAnother case of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been found – this time in Cornwall – prompting further warnings to poultry keepers large and small to up their biosecurity. The… POULTRYThe benefits and uses of lucerne in poultry productionLucerne is becoming more commonplace in UK poultry systems because of the benefits the crop provides to the welfare and productivity of flocks. Lucerne bales provide hens with important foraging… Other poultry POULTRYLabelling rules for free-range poultry to be easedOutdoor-reared poultry that are compulsorily housed during an avian influenza outbreak look set to retain their free-range status, no matter how long they are contained. Currently broilers can only be… LAYERSHigh path avian flu case confirmed in YorkshireA new case of avian influenza has been identified in a commercial poultry unit near Driffield, Yorkshire. Defra said in a statement: “Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed… POULTRYPoultry producers win case for greater bird flu compensationPoultry farmers who have had their flocks slaughtered following an outbreak of avian influenza have been under-compensated and may have a right to further payments. That is the conclusion of… OTHER POULTRYWhy turkeys need managing differently to broilersFactors affecting choice of breed, age at slaughter, and brooding, rearing and disease management all have unique considerations for turkey production. Regarding turkeys simply as big broilers could put a… POULTRYWhy avian flu vaccine rollout would cost £1.5k/shed a monthVaccinating UK poultry flocks for avian influenza has been described as “cost prohibitive” because an EU surveillance requirement for swabbing and testing would set producers back £1,000-£1,500/month for every shed… POULTRY7 tips for making a profit from farm-scale Christmas turkeysAbout 18% of the Christmas turkeys sold to UK consumers are produced on a small scale by farmers independent of the big players. It can generate a good income, often… Advertisements Poultry hot topics How an organic egg producer eliminated nuisance flies in sheds How poultry unit manages heat stress with misting systems 4 key actions to help manage poultry flocks in hot weather A guide on how to improve water quality on poultry units Advice on efficient and safe drinking water systems for poultry 5 bits of kit every poultry farmer should own
