Layers are sexually mature female birds producing eggs. The laying starts at 20 weeks of age, egg production is high and ...

My layer chickens have been in production for the last 6 months, but recently I have noticed drop in egg production, loss of appetite and inability to walk. I keep my birds in cages. When I removed ...

Every poultry keeper needs to factor in space requirements before venturing into poultry farming. Overcrowding leads to stress that causes decreased bodyweight, reduced feed intake, decreased egg ...

Food Safety News is a daily “must read” for me in representing the National Association of Egg Farms in producing eggs in conventional caged systems nationwide. I appreciate the insights into numerous ...

A poultry expert has said that many commercial layer farmers are making costly mistakes in handling their birds at certain stages, which significantly affects their profit margins. Dr James Baba ...

BVA also calls for ban on the importation of eggs, liquid and powdered eggs from caged systems in use in other countries.