Poultry

Litter Use in an Aviary Laying Hen Housing System

Authors: Jessica D. Jenkins (Iowa State University) , Rebecca L. Parsons (Iowa State University) , Morgan Hayes (Iowa State University) , Hongwei Xin (Iowa State University) , Suzanne T. Millman (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Litter use by hens was investigated by recording the number of hens moving to and from the litter in an aviary housing system. Findings showed a difference in litter use between different times and pens. These findings are being contributed as one component of a comprehensive assessment of an aviary laying hen housing system.

Keywords: ASL R2720

How to Cite: Jenkins, J. D. , Parsons, R. L. , Hayes, M. , Xin, H. & Millman, S. T. (2012) “Litter Use in an Aviary Laying Hen Housing System”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 9(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-1365