Providing elevated structures in the pullet rearing environment affects behavior during initial acclimation to a layer aviary
Published in 2024
Scientific article showing that hens that had access to elevated platforms during the rearing phase make better use of the space in laying aviaries when they are transferred there for the first time than those reared on the ground. The latter acclimatize within 1-2 weeks, but continue to make little use of the highest level of the aviary.
Document Types: Scientific paper
Animal categories: Poultry
Keywords:Animal welfare, Enrichment, Housing, Livestock buildings,Adaptation of the environment to the animal