Significant changes in the UK broiler and egg sectors

Published 2024년 12월 18일

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Andersons' Outlook report reveals changes in the UK broiler and egg sectors. Broilers are reducing stocking densities to the Red Tractor standard, with all major retailers, except Asda, reducing from 38kg/m² to 30kg/m², improving welfare but not significantly reducing carbon footprint. However, high costs and space limitations are challenging the financial sustainability of broiler producers. In contrast, the egg sector is moving towards cage-free production, with Lidl investing £1 billion in free-range egg production and offering support to existing producers. Egg production grew by 6.4% in the second quarter of 2024, and prices have increased, indicating positive trends in the sector.

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Andersons’ annual Outlook report, published this year, highlights a period of change for the UK broiler and egg sectors. One of the key innovations is the reduction in stocking densities for broilers to the Red Tractor standard. All major retailers except Asda have joined the voluntary initiative to reduce stocking densities from 38kg/m² to 30kg, which represents a 20% reduction in chick placements. While this has brought welfare benefits, such as improved growth rates and reduced rejects, it has not had a significant impact on the carbon footprint per kilo of meat produced. Despite the welfare benefits for chickens, domestic chicken production is challenged by a lack of space for rearing, environmental licensing issues and a shortage of new building permits. In addition, the cost of investing in new facilities has increased significantly over the past five years, making it harder for broiler producers to achieve financial sustainability. The reliance on chicken sales to support ...

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