TRIAL SHOWS INSECT-FED HENS ARE HEALTHIER – AND MORE PROFITABLE

“Earlier this year, BFREPA urged egg farmers to attend a series of events to help navigate the tricky sector. This shouldn’t come as a surprise – the poultry industry is emerging from a difficult year, plagued by rising feed and energy prices and severe avian influenza outbreaks. 

The turmoil experienced last year highlights the importance of innovation and preparing for the future. Solutions that reduce reliance on imported feed as well as mitigating emissions will take centre stage.

On top of managing costs and lockdowns, the sector needs to align with the UK’s Net Zero goals and ensure sustainability and food security. The thought of solving all of the above may be discouraging, but it is possible. Many farmers are already working on the future of egg farming.”