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This publication addresses poultry health and productivity issues connected to exposing flocks to aflatoxin-contaminated feed. ...
An Explanation of Damaging Pecking Behavior in Poultry and Captive Birds
Injurious pecking is a major animal welfare and economic concern in poultry and other captive birds because it may cause severe damage and death in some cases. This article discusses types of injurious pecking, potent...
The well-being of poultry is an important issue for consumers, the poultry industry, and, of course, to the animals. In this publication, a Purdue University professor discusses well-being from several angles, includi...
The use of antimicrobials (substances that kill or inhibit microorganisms) in food animal production is one of the more controversial agricultural practices in the United States. The author of this 4-page PDF publication...
Behavioral challenges and welfare consequences of cage-free poultry housing
Pecking, piling and other behavioral issues are challenges gaining attention as the laying hen industry shifts toward cage-free housing systems. In this publication, Purdue University researchers discuss the factors that...
There is much to learn about raising chickens in a cage-free environment to produce eggs. Poultry specialists from Purdue, North Carolina State and Auburn universities have put together a primer of things you need to ...
Cage-free Egg Production: Benefits and Challenges
Consumers have many options when it comes to eggs, including eggs labeled as "cage-free". This paper explains how cage-free eggs are produced at the farm level as well as the benefits and challenges associated with c...
Composting of dead poultry is a natural process where beneficial bacteria and fungi convert organic material into a useful end product called compost. If properly done, no offensive odor is created from the process, an...
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the accumulator.
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Egg Sanitation: Auxiliary Systems
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the auxiliary systems.
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Egg Sanitation: Egg Carriage Systems
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for egg carriage systems.
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Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the egg coolers.
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Egg Sanitation: Egg Drying Equipment
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the egg drying equipment.
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Egg Sanitation: Egg Quality Detection Systems
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for egg quality detection systems.
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Egg Sanitation: Egg Removal Systems
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for egg removal systems.
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Egg Sanitation: Egg Transfer Systems
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for egg transfer systems.
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Egg Sanitation: Employee Areas and Outdoor Spaces
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the employee areas and outdoor areas.
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Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the farm belt.
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Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series.
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Egg Sanitation: Pack and Stack
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the pack and stack areas.
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Egg Sanitation: Packer - Lower Portion
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the lower portion of egg packer systems.
Egg Sanitation: Packer - Upper Portion
Learn USDA AMS inspection guidelines for sanitation of egg processing equipment in this video series. In this module, you will learn about the guidelines for the upper portion of egg packer systems.