Leading Research
To generate focused research, Australian Eggs works with industry to build a clearer understanding of the needs of farmers, identifies research groups with the skills to address the issues, and develops targeted research project ideas that have clear pathways to on-farm adoption.
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Workshops for development of Salmonella control strategies in egg industry
The risk of Salmonella outbreaks related to egg production minimised through the development and uptake of a Salmonella specific extension and control program.
Pullet and layer flock uniformity: an epidemiological industry-based approach to improve feed efficiency
Benchmarking of flock uniformity and performance regarding persistency and longevity of lay achieved
Governing hen welfare: beyond standards and guidelines?
Better understanding of the role of science in animal welfare policy decisions, especially in relation to the standards and guidelines process.
Understanding the physiology of shell pigmentation and colour deterioration in laying hens
Quantitative information concerning the location of pigment in the layers of the egg shell and identification of sites of pigment synthesis in the oviduct.
Virulence of layer farm or egg associated Salmonella isolates
Improved understanding of the public health significance of Salmonella serovars and extent of invasiveness and virulence.
Available phosphorus requirement of laying hens
Two experiments were conducted to determine the available phosphorus (AP) requirement of laying hens and to examine the effect of different dietary AP and calcium (Ca) concentrations on egg production and egg shell quality from the start of lay to 80 weeks of age.
The Culinary Uses of Eggs
Effective response and management of salmonella challenges in the egg industry developed to defend the egg category, increase the strength of the egg brand and facilitate access to new markets.
Effects of rearing on inappropriate conflict behaviours that predispose feather pecking and subsequent plumage damage, and cannibalism
Cannibalistic pecking reduced thereby improving animal welfare, flock performance and uniformity
The effects of time off feed and water on the welfare of spent laying hens - Phase 2: Behavioural indicators
Welfare implications of different times off feed and water among spent hens known with improvements in industry policies resulting.
Field application of a Rispens-specific qPCR test
Vaccination success and effective methods for detecting MDV breaks in vaccinated flocks
Quality Assurance for the Egg Industry
This project was conducted to provide information and recommendations that will assist the Board of the Australian Egg Corporation Limited (AECL) to determine its future position and policies in relation to industry Quality Assurance (QA) activities and programs.
Evaluation of energy usage and ventilation performance of tunnel ventilated layer sheds
Due to increasing pressures on operating margins within the Australian egg industry, this study investigated the energy usage and ventilation systems in cage egg sheds.Optimising electricity usage is an important factor in improving the bottom line of egg production systems.
Certification and Labelling Models for the Australian Egg Industry
Informed decision regarding the applicability of a civil society certification system to facilitate acceptance of all egg production systems.
Tolerance in raw egg allergy on consumption of cooked egg
Decreased prevalence of allergic sensitivity in infants through factual communication of scientific research findings.
Importance of rearing environment, space and nests for laying hens in cages
Improved welfare assessment of laying hens in cages through better knowledge and understanding of the importance of space and nests in cages
Projects you might find interesting
Practical strategies to increase individual layer hens feed efficiency
The overall findings of this study reveal that significant variation exists in the feed efficiency of layer hens. In this project, hens that put on more weight from the point of lay to mid-lay tended to be less feed efficient and have poorer quality eggs. The high feed efficient hens had better egg quality and were less prone to liver damage or fatty liver.
Review of rodent control for the Australian chicken meat and egg industries
This final report on current rodent control strategies employed by the Australian chicken meat and egg industries also includes a manual for producers on use of rodenticide products.
Barriers to the implementation of Max- profit and Stochastic models to industry
This research found that more resources and education may be needed to help nutritionists implement Stochastic and Max- profit feed formulation in the Australian layer industry.
Traceability for the egg industry
Robust traceability systems are critical to ensuring that in the event of egg quality and food safety issues, the correct farms, specific production areas or sheds can be efficiently identified, and steps taken to rectify concerns.