Publications by authors named "L Warin"
Conventional broiler production needs to evolve towards more animal-friendly production systems in order to meet increasing consumer concerns regarding animal welfare. Genetics and stocking density are 2 of the most promising leads to make this change possible. In this study, 6 strains with different growth rates (42-61 g/d) were reared at contrasting densities: 37 kg/m² (HD) and 29 kg/m² (LD).
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- In free-range and organic production systems, hens have the freedom to make choices, which aligns with animal welfare, but these systems also face health and behavioral challenges.
- The article reviews welfare issues in the EU's poultry production and suggests global solutions such as enhanced biosecurity, nutritional improvements, and alternative treatments like phytotherapy and probiotics.
- It highlights that providing environmental enrichment and managing flock sizes can help improve hens' range use and reduce problems like feather pecking, but notes that many hens tend to stay close to their houses despite having outdoor access.
The number and size of free-range laying hen (Gallus gallus domesticus) production systems are increasing within Australia in response to consumer demand for perceived improvement in hen welfare. However, variation in outdoor stocking density has generated consumer dissatisfaction leading to the development of a national information standard on free-range egg labelling by the Australian Consumer Affairs Ministers. The current Australian Model Code of Practice for Domestic Poultry states a guideline of 1500 hens/ha, but no maximum density is set.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFood labels are considered a crucial component of strategies tackling unhealthy diets and obesity. This study aims at assessing the effectiveness of food labelling in increasing the selection of healthier products and in reducing calorie intake. In addition, this study compares the relative effectiveness of traffic light schemes, Guideline Daily Amount and other food labelling schemes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBlueberry Muffin baby is a rare neonatal skin disorder. Many causes are known, examples are congenital infections, hemolysis and tumors. We report on a newborn presenting with Blueberry Muffin syndrome and an adrenal mass which lead to the diagnosis of neuroblastoma.
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