Evaluation of the effects of maintaining a moderate humidity (50–60%) and increased air movement on litter moisture and footpad health in a commercial broiler house
SUMMARY: High litter moisture (>25%) strongly correlates with higher ammonia and increased footpad lesions. Although there are methods to help reduce the occurrence of high litter moisture, such as ventilation and proper drinker management, these methods need to evolve due to increasing consumer...
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Main Authors: | C.T. Mou, M. Czarick, III, B.D. Fairchild |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Applied Poultry Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1056617124000746 |
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