Poultry Facts
Sustainable animal welfare implementation for more efficient poultry farming
Over the last decades, there have been increasing attempts to implement animal welfare standards within the food production systems, aiming to prevent unnecessary suffering...
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Hendrix Genetics expands in Ibera with Pintobar acquisition
Hendrix Genetics announces that it has acquired 100% of the shares of Pintobar Exploração Avícola, Lda., effective July 31, 2026. The acquisition marks an...
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The role of the G20 group in global meat production and...
Two previous articles examined the role of the G191 countries in global meat production and exports (Windhorst, 2026, 2026a). These studies highlighted the significant...
Field Reports
European Union: poultry and products semi-annual. The report is out
The USDA semi-annual report on EU poultry forecasts growth in chicken meat production for 2026. It highlights production gains amid easing disease pressures and...
Eggs
Machine learning authentication of laying hen housing via egg quality
Introduction
Egg quality is a critical indicator of poultry welfare and consumer trust. Mislabeling of housing systems—such as cage, barn, free‑range, or organic—represents a growing...
