Scientists uncovered a key genetic pathway in the origin of feathers, but they found that evolution is stubborn in turning ...

Health secretary RFK, Jr. has repeatedly suggested that farmers should let bird flu spread through flocks. Experts explain ...

In an update yesterday on scientific investigations related to H5N1 avian flu activity, the Centers for Disease Control and ...

The USDA post in China expects the higher population of grandparent stock in 2024 will enable higher production of white ...

A multi-faceted approach combining genetics, nutrition, rearing practices and housing design is required to improve skeletal health and enhance the ...

As poultry companies weigh cost and efficiency with higher animal welfare standards, research comparing conventional and slow ...

Genetics of Blue Feathers Two different genes create blue feathers in poultry, a diluted black gene and a lavender gene. The ...

According to genetic tests, a mix of both, says biologist Eben Gering. Breeding these feral chickens with domestic ones could add welcome genetic diversity and make farm-raised fowl hardier ...

Since MD is a significant economic problem to the poultry industry, there is great interest in enhancing genetic resistance, which is controlled by multiple genes. MD is also a biomedical model ...

VITARICH Corp. is looking to increase domestic egg production by partnering with French layer genetics firm Novogen and offer low cost, high-yielding chickens to farmers.

As poultry companies weigh cost and efficiency with higher animal welfare standards, research comparing conventional and slow ...