How a switch to white fully beaked birds has raised flock welfare

摘要

Managing a switch to white, fully beaked birds requires close attention to detail but can improve production and welfare, according to Powys-based farmer Phil Davies.Mr Davies and wife Helen began free-range egg production in 2018 using brown birds. But the couple decided to move to fully beaked white Dekalb birds from their second flock after discussions with their egg packer, Stonegate. With many retailers eyeing amove to fully beaked systems and the promise of a hardier bird with greater longevity, the idea made sense.