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Behaviour, Welfare & Environment

Evaluating the effects of bedding materials and elevated platforms on contact dermatitis and plumage cleanliness of commercial broilers and on litter condition in broiler houses

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Pages 480-489 | Received 12 Jan 2017, Accepted 28 Apr 2017, Published online: 20 Jul 2017

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