Einstellungen zu ethischen Aspekten in der Geflügelhaltung

Summary

Nowadays, the killing of day-old chicks is a widely discussed issue in science, poultry keeping, politics, and public. There are practical and scientific efforts to investigate and test alternative solutions to avoid such killing. Most of the research deals with technical aspects of in-ovo sex determination and breeding of dual-purpose chickens. However, there is very little research on consumers´ knowledge and preferences. This article aims to fill this research gap. In spring 2016, a quantitative survey (n=1000) with consumers from the German Federal states of Berlin and Brandenburg was - -known, about dual-purpose chickens as an alternative solution. After interviewers gave would appreciate further information. In conclusion, consumers would promote dualpurpose chicken initiatives if the issue was communicated comprehensibly.