Animal Welfare in Hatcheries

Animal welfare in hatcheries refers to the care and conditions provided to hatchery animals, primarily eggs and newly hatched chicks or poults. It involves ensuring the animals are kept in a clean, safe environment with appropriate temperature, lighting, and ventilation. Good welfare practices minimize stress, prevent injury, and promote healthy growth. This includes careful handling, proper nutrition, and disease prevention. Prioritizing animal welfare helps produce healthier animals, which benefits both the animals and the quality of the poultry products. Overall, it’s about respecting and providing for the physical and emotional wellbeing of hatchery animals.