With the rise in interest – and caution – in chemical use in both agriculture and livestock farming, many are choosing to raise their own and to do so to organic standards.
The following articles should help guide you as to the standards required for organic poultry.
Articles on Organic Poultry
Alternative Organic Poultry Standards for Poultry Keepers
Registered Certification Bodies for Other Standards
There are several other sets of standards which are not necessarily organic but which nevertheless are relevant. Most of their recommendations are already covered by the organic standards.
Farm...
Organic Poultry, What are Organic Poultry Standards?
What is Organic?
My old English teacher always stressed the importance of defining terms; otherwise, she would ask us gravely, how would anyone know what anyone else was talking about? So, it is prudent to follow her sterling example and start with...
Organic Registered Certification Bodies, Certification Organic Poultry
Registered certification bodies
The registered bodies can set their own standards for their members. These standards may be higher than those officially required but they must not fall below those of the UK Organic Standards.
There are several approved...
Which Organic Poultry Standard to Follow?
Registered Certification Bodies for Other Standards
Which Organic Poultry Standard to Follow? The prospective producer will have to decide which of the organisations to register with, and it is a matter of personal choice.
The Soil Association standards...
