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Positive Effects of Elevated Platforms and Straw Bales on the Welfare of Fast-Growing Broiler Chickens Reared at Two Different Stocking Densities

In conventional rearing systems, fast-growing broiler chickens commonly experience welfare issues, such as contact dermatitis, walking difficulties or a lack of expression of species-specific behaviours. Enriching their environment may be a way to improve their welfare. The objective of this study w...

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Hauptverfasser: Frédérique Mocz, Virginie Michel, Mathilde Janvrot, Jean-Philippe Moysan, Alassane Keita, Anja B. Riber, Maryse Guinebretière
Format: Artigo
Sprache:Inglês
Veröffentlicht: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Schriftenreihe:Animals
Schlagworte:
broiler
enrichment
footpad dermatitis
hock burn
litter quality
stocking density
Online-Zugang:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/5/542
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