The increasing demand for organically produced eggs reflects the growing need for food produced in an animal-friendly manner and in harmony with nature.
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In order to integrate the needs of animal health, the requirements of water protection and the expectations of consumers with farm operations and profitability, organic producers must have a good understanding of the animals' needs.
Description
The factsheet addresses all essential aspects of organic free-range production of laying hens in Switzerland - with a special focus on animal welfare. It provides information on husbandry and feeding, measures to protect the animals, breed selection, animal health, profitability and conversion to organic production.
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