Organic Poultry Production in the United States (Summary)

In organic poultry production systems, birds are raised without cages in housing that allows outdoor access, are fed organic feed and managed with proactive practices and natural treatments. This publication discusses organic husbandry including living conditions, health, genetics and origin, feed and processing as specifi ed under the livestock requirements of the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Program.

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Last Updated December 31, 2008

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