Challenges in Balancing Optimal Welfare and Sustainability in Poultry

Animal welfare in the poultry industries has been a high priority for decades, and significant research has been conducted globally to determine the best housing systems and management practices for improved animal welfare standards. Yet, many best practices in animal welfare practices are counter to those for sustainable poultry farming. For a secure future, the poultry industry must balance both optimal animal welfare and optimal sustainability. This new reference, Challenges in Balancing Optimal Welfare and Sustainability in Poultry, practically covers systems that simultaneously prioritize animal welfare and sustainability. A variety of poultry species are covered, as well as various management practices that prioritize health and wellness of birds along with reduced carbon footprints, reduced use of non-renewable resources, and improved production efficiency. Challenges in Balancing Optimal Welfare and Sustainability in Poultry is grounded in the research that has guided what constitutes optimal animal welfare across a range of poultry species and how the housing and management practices may align with sustainability goals across production efficiency, natural capital, carbon footprint, and social acceptance. Academic and industry researchers and stakeholders won't want to miss this forward-thinking book that has gathered research from top experts in the field from around the globe.