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A new report by Farm Forward analyzes five years of monthly U.S. Department of Agriculture inspection data from major poultry plants —...
The terms “sex link” and “autosex” both refer to chicks whose gender is obvious as soon as they hatch. But the two terms are...
In the rapidly evolving field of genetics, collaboration is key to unlocking new discoveries and driving innovation. We asked Rachel Hawken, Senior Director of...
Testosterone is generally considered to be a male hormone. But hens also produce testosterone. In fact, without testosterone hens wouldn’t lay eggs. Here’s a...
Whether or not to heat your chicken coop in winter depends on your climate, your facilities, and your type of chickens. Here are some...
Are chickens really birds? Yes, chickens are birds. They share many features in common with other birds, including feathers, wings, and beaks. But in...
Few chicken breeds are truly outstanding for a cold climate. Specifically, three features make these breeds exceptionally cold hardy. They are:
Small wattles
Small...
First, let’s dispense with a few myths. Green muscle disease is not a disease. It is a disorder involving muscle degeneration. Second, among chickens...
In poultry production, maintaining strong biosecurity protocols in hatcheries is essential. Even with limited resources, applying core biosecurity principles can help reduce the presence...
Earlier this month, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia upheld the EPA’s rule exempting air emissions from animal waste from EPCRA...