Poultry

With major retailers and restaurants signed up to the Better Chicken Commitment, Tom Woolman takes a look at how chicken producers are responding to changing consumer preferences

The Hughes family are among those heading to the Royal Welsh Show to compete with cattle in the pedigree and commercial classes. Ellie Layton reports

Chief vet warns although cases remain low, birdkeepers must remain vigilant

The first of two Down to Earth events, organised by RABDF, took place in Somerset, with speakers and exhibitors focusing on all things regenerative farming. Ellie Layton reports. 

Bird keepers urged to be extra cautious due to the increasing risk of avian influenza in the region

A Shropshire farmer has been fined almost £6,000 and ordered to carry out 100 hours of community service after being found guilty of causing unnecessary harm to his poultry

The union has warned shelves will be empty of chicken unless action is taken to give farmers a fair price

Seasonal poultry production is a key enterprise for many farms, and with difficulties sourcing skilled labour, utilising advancements in technology could help increase processing rates and ease production pressures. Tom Woolman considers the infrastructure options available.

The UK Health Security Agency has reassured the public that avian influenza does not spread easily to people after the cases were found