Poultry Health

One of the most effective ways egg farmers can ensure they are providing quality care for their layer flock is to assess animal welfare using bird-based measures.  In collaboration with the University of Alberta, EFA developed the Welfare Quality Handbook to help egg farmers evaluate the feather cover, beak health and bone health of their hens.  This handbook is based on the Welfare Quality® assessment protocols originally developed in Europe, and a group of Alberta egg farmers rec