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Strategies and solutions to reduce emissions from layer production systems in Europe

Code: 9781835455210
Publication date: 14-11-2025
Extent: 28 pages

Contributions by: Cécile M. Levrault and Peter W. G. Groot Koerkamp, Wageningen University and Research, The Netherlands

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter focuses on the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs), ammonia, particulate matter (PM), odours and volatile organic compounds from layer production systems. It discusses the types of emissions and the factors affecting them. The chapter then provides an overview of the options to mitigate emissions that are currently available for layer production, while clearly defining shortcomings, knowledge gaps, and barriers associated with each of them.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2024.0150.25
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Environmental issues related to layer production
  • 3 Direct emissions originating from layer production
  • 4 Emissions targets: the European Union
  • 5 Animal-related factors affecting ammonia and particulate matter (PM) emissions
  • 6 Physicochemical factors affecting ammonia and particulate matter emissions
  • 7 Practical solutions for emissions mitigation: diet and genetics
  • 8 Practical solutions for emissions mitigation: manure and litter management
  • 9 Practical solutions for emissions mitigation: ventilation, fltration and acid scrubbing
  • 10 Case study: the ECO Air Care ventilation system
  • 11 Conclusion: the options available
  • 12 Future trends and research needs
  • 13 Where to look for further information
  • 14 References

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