Effects of a Partially Perforated Flooring System on Ammonia Emissions in Broiler Housing—Conflict of Objectives between Animal Welfare and Environment?

Effects of a Partially Perforated Flooring System on Ammonia Emissions in Broiler Housing—Conflict of Objectives between Animal Welfare and Environment?

A partially (50%) perforated flooring system showed positive effects on health- and behavior-based welfare indicators without affecting production performance. Ammonia (NH<sub>3</sub>) is the most common air pollutant in poultry production, with effects on animal welfare and the environm...

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Main Authors: Carolin Adler, Alexander J. Schmithausen, Manfred Trimborn, Sophia Heitmann, Birgit Spindler, Inga Tiemann, Nicole Kemper, Wolfgang Büscher
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
broiler production
alternative flooring
ammonia emissions
animal welfare
environmental impact
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/3/707

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