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Labour peer warns of salmonella risk from US chicken

Labour peer Lord Rooker has issued a warning to the UK government about the potential risks to public health if a trade deal with the US allows imports of chicken…

POULTRY

Advice on managing mycotoxin risks for poultry

Despite the rollout of new stricter limits on the permitted levels of mycotoxins in cereals for human consumption, no changes have been made to recommendations for parameters in animal feed.…

LAYERS

Why a poultry and arable unit uses 'circular feeding'

Poultry and arable enterprises complement each other well at Nun Monkton Farm, near York, where the Throup family have farmed for nearly 40 years. “Everything we grow on the arable…

POULTRY

Bird gatherings banned as bird flu spreads

Gatherings of poultry have been banned across the whole of England, Wales and Scotland as cases of bird flu continue to rise. Included in the ban are bird fairs, markets,…

LAYERS

Over a million layers to be culled as bird flu strikes

Avian 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…

BROILERS

Paracetic acid trials show pathogen benefits in broilers

Efforts 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…

POULTRY

Fundraiser for bird flu struck farm sees over 1,800 donations

A fundraiser to help a family farm struck by bird flu has received over 1,800 donations to help them recoup some of the associated costs of dealing with the aftermath…

LAYERS

Why a poultry and arable unit uses 'circular feeding'

Poultry and arable enterprises complement each other well at Nun Monkton Farm, near York, where the Throup family have farmed for nearly 40 years. “Everything we grow on the arable…

NEWS

Bird flu housing measures expand after rise in cases

From Sunday 16 February, birdkeepers in Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Cheshire, Merseyside, and Lancashire must house their birds in response to rising cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in both wild and…

POULTRY

Bird gatherings banned as bird flu spreads

Gatherings of poultry have been banned across the whole of England, Wales and Scotland as cases of bird flu continue to rise. Included in the ban are bird fairs, markets,…

POULTRY

All-Wales avian influenza prevention zone introduced

An avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) across the entirety of Wales has been introduced today as cases of the highly pathogenic virus spread across the UK at an alarming rate.…

POULTRY

Avian influenza detected in poultryworker in England

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed a case of avian influenza in a poultryworker in the West Midlands region, following “close and prolonged contact with a large number…

POULTRY

Bird flu prevention zone imposed in England and Scotland

An 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,…

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Free-range broilers to retain status during housing orders

Free-range broiler growers and processors will soon no longer need to alter labelling when mandatory housing measures are introduced during bird flu outbreaks. Currently, when housing measures are imposed to…

ENVIRONMENT

Chicken manure waste ruling deals blow to poultry industry

In a major blow to the NFU, the High Court has ruled that chicken manure must be classified as “waste”, a decision that has been hailed as a victory by…

POULTRY

Thumbs down for vaccination as a bird flu control measure

Plans to use vaccination to prevent avian influenza in poultry flocks have been turned down, the UK avian influenza vaccination task force has confirmed. The joint task force is considering…

POULTRY

NFU Cymru calls for bird housing order in Wales

Poultry farmers in Wales have called on chief vet Dr Richard Irvine to implement a housing order for all poultry across Wales as cases of avian influenza are encroaching on…

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Free-range broilers to retain status during housing orders

Free-range broiler growers and processors will soon no longer need to alter labelling when mandatory housing measures are introduced during bird flu outbreaks. Currently, when housing measures are imposed to…

POULTRY

Advice on managing mycotoxin risks for poultry

Despite the rollout of new stricter limits on the permitted levels of mycotoxins in cereals for human consumption, no changes have been made to recommendations for parameters in animal feed.…

BROILERS

Paracetic acid trials show pathogen benefits in broilers

Efforts 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…

BROILERS

How heat exchangers can benefit both environment and poultry

It 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…

BROILERS

Appeals judge throws out case against modern broiler rearing

The 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…

POULTRY

The benefits and uses of lucerne in poultry production

Lucerne 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…

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POULTRY

Advice on managing mycotoxin risks for poultry

Despite the rollout of new stricter limits on the permitted levels of mycotoxins in cereals for human consumption, no changes have been made to recommendations for parameters in animal feed.…

POULTRY

NFU Cymru calls for bird housing order in Wales

Poultry farmers in Wales have called on chief vet Dr Richard Irvine to implement a housing order for all poultry across Wales as cases of avian influenza are encroaching on…

POULTRY

UK egg supply could tighten as result of bird flu cases

The number of birds and poultry culled in the UK because of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) has breached the 2 million mark, with the latest hit seeing 27,000 turkeys…

LAYERS

Why a poultry and arable unit uses 'circular feeding'

Poultry and arable enterprises complement each other well at Nun Monkton Farm, near York, where the Throup family have farmed for nearly 40 years. “Everything we grow on the arable…

LAYERS

Over a million layers to be culled as bird flu strikes

Avian 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…

LAYERS

How one couple set up in free-range egg production

Price 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…

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POULTRY

Labelling rules for free-range poultry to be eased

Outdoor-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…

LAYERS

High path avian flu case confirmed in Yorkshire

A 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…

POULTRY

Poultry producers win case for greater bird flu compensation

Poultry 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 POULTRY

Why turkeys need managing differently to broilers

Factors 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…

POULTRY

Why avian flu vaccine rollout would cost £1.5k/shed a month

Vaccinating 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…

POULTRY

7 tips for making a profit from farm-scale Christmas turkeys

About 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…

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