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Today, Explained

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The Impact of Chicken Farming Practices on Avian Flu Vulnerability

This chapter explores the evolution of chicken farming practices over the last century, particularly the move towards larger indoor facilities and its effect on breed resilience to avian flu. It highlights the loss of genetic diversity and its role in making chickens more susceptible to diseases, emphasizing the urgent need for more varied breeding practices.

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