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| Maurer, Veronika; Hertzberg, Hubertus; Heckendorn, Felix; Hördegen, Philipp; Koller, Martin. |
| Management of paddocks for free-range layers requires an effort from farmers to minimize the adverse effects of these systems on animal health (e.g., parasites)and environment (e.g., nutrient accumulation and leaching). In this study, we report results from 2 on-farm experiments conducted to investigate (1) the effects of rotational versus continuous use of the paddocks and(2) the effects of wood chips in the area close to the pop holes (openings to the paddock) with regard to turf quality, nutrient load in the soil, and parasite infections. Rotational use of the hen paddocks led to a lower proportion of bare soil close to the house, but not in more distant regions. Covering the area in front of the house with wood chips did not reduce bare areas. Nitrogen... |
| Tipo: Journal paper |
Palavras-chave: Health and welfare; Poultry. |
| Ano: 2013 |
URL: http://orgprints.org/22895/1/Maurer_2013_JAPR.pdf |
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