Abstract Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastic (NPs) pollution is a global concern due to the
massive use of plastic products. Although there have been many studies on the treatments …

Confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs) are the main sources of air pollutants such as
ammonia (NH 3) and greenhouse gases. Among air pollutants, NH 3 is one of the most …

Due to greater consumption of poultry products and an increase in exports, more poultry
houses will be needed. Therefore, it is important to investigate ways that poultry facilities can …

Simple Summary In poultry production, chickens are confronted with a wide range of
potential stressful conditions including restricted movement, long light phases or poor air …

The EU ban on conventional barren cages for laying hens from 2012 has improved many
aspects of laying hen welfare. The new housing systems allow for the expression of highly …

Abstract High ammonia (NH 3) levels (> 25 ppm) in poultry houses reduce the body weight
gain, feed conversion, survival ability, carcass conviction rate, and immune system of birds …

To comprehensively assess conventional vs. some alternative laying-hen housing systems
under US production conditions, a multi-institute and multi-disciplinary project, known as the …

Particulate matter (PM) is one of the essential environmental stressors for the poultry
industry in the world. Given its large specific surface area, PM can adsorb and carry a variety …

Poultry farming plays a key role in agricultural air emissions. Particulate matter (PM) level
tends to be high in broiler and cage-free layer houses, that may impair health and welfare of …

The aim of the study was to evaluate the microbiological and chemical contamination in
settled dust at poultry farms. The scope of research included evaluating the contributions of …