Can feed additives be used to promote positive behaviour in laying hens? A review

• Published in: World's poultry science journal Vol. 78; no. 1; pp. 21 - 40
• Main Authors: Makinde, Taiwo O., Adewole, Deborah I.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon Taylor & Francis Ltd 02.01.2022
• Subjects: Amino acids; Animal welfare; Antifungal agents; Dietary fiber; Essential oils; Feed additives; Food additives; Fungicides; Genotypes; Housing; Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis; Hypothalamus; Immunomodulation; Pituitary; Poultry; Poultry production; Probiotics; Serotonin; Vitamins

SUMMARYThe welfare of laying hens has been a subject of interest among consumers, breeders, and animal welfare organisations across the globe. Laying hens’ behaviour is an important indicator of their welfare and provides feedback on how they perceive their housing environment. A relationship is bel...