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Happier hens could mean pricier eggs: researchers

Study assesses impact, to date, of California’s animal welfare laws around housing layers.


Poultry excrement a promising renewable energy source: study

Treated excrement could replace 10% of coal used in electricity generation, researchers suggest.


Enriching Housing Blog: Meet Cindy Egg Farmerette

More from Cindy Huitema as she and her husband Nick prepare to convert an old pig barn into a layer operation with furnished cages.
 
 
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Phasing Out Conventional - What to Consider and How to Prepare

As the due date approaches for the transition from conventional cages to either fully enriched or cage-free layer systems, we will discuss the differences between these systems. We also will explore the other question many farms are facing: build a new barn or retrofit an existing structure. Join us as we share on these important topics, and respond to your questions. >>Read More
 
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Are we ready for modular loading?

In terms of the modular handling of poultry, Ontario and Quebec lag decades behind Europe and the rest of North America. But, that may be changing soon. Are we prepared? » Read more...
 
Events 
 

PIC Science in the Pub

January 22, 2018
Location: Guelph, Ont.
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Pacific Agriculture Show

January 25-27, 2018
Location: Abbotsford, B.C
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International Poultry Scientific Forum

Jan. 29-30, 2018
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
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International Production and Processing Expo

Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2018
Location: Atlanta, Ga
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