Free-range use and intestinal parasites in organic/free-range laying hens

SUMMARY: Intestinal parasites are commonly found in non-cage laying hens. Some of these parasites reduce welfare and performance. Anthelmintics are not always effective and may lead to residues in eggs and in the environment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between free-range...

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Main Authors: Monique Bestman, Thea van Niekerk, Lina Göransson, Valentina Ferrante, Stefan Gunnarsson, Guido Grilli, Saskia S. Arndt, T. Bas Rodenburg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-06-01
Series:Journal of Applied Poultry Research
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1056617122000824