Poultry International - November 2013 - 28
28 by Mark Clements Pohlkemper's family has farmed in the area for some 700 years, although poultry production was only adopted in 2002. Poultry proves profitable expansion option for German pig, calf farmer Broiler production is the best option for a German farmer faced with development restrictions. C Mr. and Mrs. Clemens Pohlkemper produce some 900,000 broilers per annum, but poultry is a relatively new venture for the couple. The Pohlkemper family only started broiler farming in 2002, having previously concentrated on pig and calf production. The location of their farm, however, meant that any expansion of their traditional The new housing on activities was not possible, and to the farm was built with grow their business they had to look energy efficiency in mind. for a new direction. www.WATTAgNet.com | November 2013
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