Do Hens Use Enrichments Provided in Free-Range Systems?
Hens in free-range systems are given enrichments to increase foraging and limit injurious pecking, but the efficacy of enrichment types requires investigation. We studied hen behaviour and feather cover in eight commercial free-range flocks each given access to four enrichments within the shed. Shed...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-04-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/8/995 |