The Poultry Podcast Show

Cara Wilcox: Broiler Welfare in Indonesia | Ep. 123

Jan 7, 2025

Cara Wilcox, a Ph.D. candidate from Padjajaran University, brings her expertise in animal behavior and welfare to the forefront. She dives into the unique challenges of broiler chicken welfare in Indonesia's tropical climate. Cara shares insights from her hands-on research and collaborations, offering practical solutions for farmers on a budget. She emphasizes the importance of international knowledge transfer and innovative practices that can significantly enhance poultry health and management in Southeast Asia.

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Cara Wilcox emphasizes the importance of adapting western animal welfare expertise to local Indonesian contexts for effective implementation.

Her research utilizes innovative methods, such as infrared cameras, to assess broiler welfare and provide practical solutions for farmers.

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Improving Animal Welfare in Indonesia

Animal welfare remains a developing concept in Indonesia, particularly regarding broiler chickens. The focus of research in this area is currently minimal, but an increasing number of projects are emerging to study welfare practices, especially in layer hens transitioning to cage-free systems. The existing challenges include cultural perceptions of animal welfare and the lack of public demand for higher welfare conditions, necessitating a push for capacity building and knowledge transfer from countries with more expertise in this field. Collaborative efforts, such as those with institutions in Europe, are essential for fostering improvements in animal welfare and addressing global issues like biosecurity and pollution.

Intro

2min

Exploring Broiler Chicken Welfare in Indonesia

2min

Improving Broiler Welfare in Indonesia

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Dietary Practices and Challenges in Broiler Farming

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Exploring Passion and Literature in Advocacy

2min

Reflections on Broiler Welfare and Future Opportunities

2min

I'm Dr. Pratima Adhikari, and I’m thrilled to kick off my first episode as cohost on The Poultry Podcast Show! Very excited to embark on this journey with you. In this episode, our special guest is Cara Wilcox, a Ph.D. candidate at Padjajaran University, shares her experiences and findings on broiler welfare in Indonesia. Drawing from hands-on research across various farms and her work with international teams, Cara sheds light on the unique welfare challenges faced in Southeast Asia's tropical climate. She also offers practical, budget-friendly solutions for improving welfare practices on farms. Tune in to discover how better animal welfare standards can positively impact poultry production. Listen now!

"Improving animal welfare worldwide requires knowledge transfer and capacity building from countries with established expertise, like the US and Europe."

Meet the guest: Cara Wilcox is a Ph.D. candidate in Animal Husbandry at Padjajaran University, Indonesia. With a background in animal behavior, welfare, and wildlife research, she has worked with prominent organizations like the Borneo Nature Foundation and International Animal Rescue. Cara holds an MSc in Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare from The University of Edinburgh and a BSc in Animal Behaviour from Anglia Ruskin University.

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