Researcher, P.Eng., agr., Ph.D.
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This project aims to measure the impact of new breeding systems that meet new animal welfare standards regarding air quality and the health and productivity of laying hens. A total of 12 conventional chicken houses and 12 alternative houses outfitted with enriched cages will be selected. Eggs, litter, and feces will be sampled weekly. Necropsies will be performed on a sampling of animals each month and air quality samples will be examined periodically.
From 2019 to 2021
Project duration
Livestock production
Activity areas
Air quality, Animal welfare
Services
Animal welfare practices may affect the air quality in poultry breeding facilities and lead to significant economic impacts.
Université de Montréal - Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
This project was set up to test the nutrient balance sheet method as a tool for estimating phosphorus output from pullets and laying hens.
Researcher: Marc-Olivier Gasser
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Researcher: Stéphane Godbout
The objective of the project was to demonstrate that next generation hog barn design (slatted floors over 2/3 or more of the area) generate less odor.
Researcher: Stéphane Godbout