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Improving Layer Hen Welfare with Better Bone Health

Emily C Dooley — August 31, 2023 - 9:40am

Keel bone damage, such as deviations or fractures in a bird’s breastbone, is a prevalent problem among commercial laying hens. This damage may be painful for hens and can be linked to the number and quality of their eggs.

Can We Better Prepare Hens for Cage-Free Living?

Amy M Quinton — April 19, 2018 - 10:42am

Cage-free housing may be more spacious for hens, but the extra room comes with added risk of collisions and broken bones. 69�� animal welfare experts are leading efforts to whether complex rearing systems can reduce bone fractures.

Fly Larvae Are Good for Chickens, but How Do They Affect Your Organic Eggs?

Amy M Quinton — November 06, 2017 - 8:28am

COME TRY THE EGGS

Volunteers must be 20 to 35 years old, because, according to the researchers, that’s when people’s papillae (think taste buds!) are really sharp. The researchers have already held two taste-testings, and two more are scheduled: Thursdays, Nov. 9 and 30. Each session is from 11 a.m.