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![How acidification of water improves gut health](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/10-2017/a32193a6-59ed9bd6e49519a8668b4567.jpg)
Acidifying water is a key part of eliminating pathogenic bacteria, promoting healthy gut flora and ultimately boosting bird health
Monday. October 23rd, 2017![Laying hen strains use resources in aviary systems differently](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/08-2018/a4497491-5b80d97e425cc5d2413235d5.jpg)
Different strains of commercial laying hens use given resources within an aviary system differently, which can influence bird health and bird behavior.
Saturday. August 25th, 2018![Tools for litter management in cage-free layer houses](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/11-2018/3925d769-5be3f789425cc5db4accefbc.jpg)
Controlling litter moisture and depth in cage-free aviary systems are important for maintaining air quality and bird health.
Thursday. November 8th, 2018![Reducing aggression and floor eggs in cage-free flocks](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/11-2018/10bd036b-5bea9c8b425cc5417fa065b6.jpg)
Cage-free egg farming experts suggest ways to avoid negative behaviors that reduce bird health and productivity.
Tuesday. November 13th, 2018![Antibiotics and bacteria finding the right balance](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/01-2017/af68e5b5-587c3c44e49519bb148b4567.jpg)
Understanding the interplay between bird health, gut bacteria and antibiotics makes it clear reducing their use where possible is in everyone’s interest.
Monday. January 16th, 2017![Lauric acid has potential to be used as AB alternative in poultry production](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/04-2019/9c846244-5cc17bd7425cc5e102a7fb5d.jpg)
Adding lauric acid to poultry feed may boost poultry growth, weight gain and support bird health when used as an antibiotic replacement, say researchers.
Thursday. April 25th, 2019![The impact of vitamins on layers facing heat stress](/temp/resize/75x75/upload/news/05-2019/daa701d4-5cd939d1425cc5e757d390ce.jpg)
Adding vitamins A and E to the diets of laying hens exposed to high temperatures can support egg production, bird health and feed conversion, say researchers.
Monday. May 13th, 2019