Using Radio-Frequency Identification Technology to Measure Synchronised Ranging of Free-Range Laying Hens

Using Radio-Frequency Identification Technology to Measure Synchronised Ranging of Free-Range Laying Hens

Free-range laying hen systems provide individuals a choice between indoor and outdoor areas where range use may be socially influenced. This study used radio-frequency identification technology to track the ranging of individually-tagged hens housed in six experimental free-range pens from 28 to 38...

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Main Authors:	Dana L.M. Campbell, Brian J. Horton, Geoff N. Hinch
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2018-11-01
Series:	Animals
Subjects:	social patterns cohesion group dynamics early enrichment RFID hen movement
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/8/11/210

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