Effects of Increased Housing Space Without Altering Stocking Density on Body Weight, Stress, and Gut Microbiome in Broiler Chickens
Effective poultry management practices that promote chicken health are crucial for producing higher-quality chicken meat at a lower cost. This study examined the hypothesis that increasing space while maintaining stocking density may positively impact poultry health. We evaluated body weight (BW) as...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-02-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/3/441 |