Sustainable Poultry Farming Practices: Innovations and Challenges
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Agriculture".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 56
Special Issue Editors
Interests: poultry production; sustainable animal production; precision livestock farming
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: resource-efficient livestock production; technology-enhanced animal husbandry; precision animal production
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The poultry industry faces increasingly complex challenges, from the environmental impacts of production systems to meeting the nutritional demands of a growing global population and this Special Issue explores the multifaceted aspects of sustainable poultry farming and the innovations that continue to reshape this dynamic field. It will highlight the groundbreaking research and practical insights that address these challenges while promoting sustainable practices.
Key Topics Covered:
Environmental Impacts: Evaluating the environmental footprint of different poultry farming systems, innovative waste management practices, and minimizing emissions;
Resource Efficiency: Innovations in water, energy, and feed resource management to maximize efficiency and reduce costs;
Animal Welfare: Advancing animal health and welfare through sustainable housing, feed strategies, and animal care;
Supply Chain Management: Enhancing supply-chain transparency, reducing waste, and improving logistics to foster sustainable production;
Economic Viability: Analyzing the financial implications of sustainable practices and the economic resilience of innovative poultry farming models;
Regulatory Compliance and Certification: Directing the evolving landscape of regulations, certification standards, and market requirements;
Technological Innovations: The role of automation, IoT, and data analytics in optimizing production and sustainability in poultry farming;
Social Considerations: Understanding labor practices, community impacts, and social acceptance in adopting sustainable poultry practices.
This Special Issue invites contributions from researchers, industry experts, and policymakers dedicated to advancing sustainable poultry farming. We encourage submissions emphasizing practical applications, interdisciplinary approaches, and novel perspectives to drive meaningful change in this field.
We look forward to your valuable contributions that will enrich our understanding of how innovation can address the complex challenges facing sustainable poultry farming.
Dr. Irenilza De Alencar Nääs
Dr. Nilsa Duarte Da Silva Lima
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable poultry production
- sustainable poultry housing
- livestock
