Carbon Neutral Farms: Embracing Sustainability in Egg & Poultry Production

Asia’s poultry sector is facing a turning point. Climate change, rising energy and water costs, as well as volatile tariff rates and increasing global demand are intensifying production pressures. Meanwhile, livestock contributes around 25 percent of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, with feed production accounting for more than half that carbon footprint. Sustainability is no longer a choice but has become a commercial necessity for producers who wish to thrive in a changing world.

Asia is uniquely positioned to forge ahead by adopting closed-house systems and smart farms. These systems deliver full control over feed, climate, waste, and emissions, converting sustainability from a liability into an operational advantage. Regions that lead with innovation stand to capture consumer trust, meet regulatory demands, and operate more efficiently than ever.

The Building Blocks of Sustainable Production

Closed-House Systems for Climate and Emissions Control

Engineered closed houses allow tight management of temperature, humidity, and airflow. This translates into cleaner air exhausted through systems like Pollo-M, which filters dust and pathogens. By minimizing disease risks and enhancing feed conversion, closed systems deliver higher yields per unit of input.

Waste Management and Emissions Control

Outdated manure handling creates methane and odour. Systems like OptiSec and OptiPlate dryer remove moisture efficiently, while CompoTower turns dried manure into compost, unlocking carbon credit potential. Methane capture further slashes greenhouse emissions and improves farm hygiene.

Smart Systems That Drive Carbon Reduction

Modern farms are only as effective as their controls:

• ViperTouch Controllers optimize energy usage by managing climate systems and lighting while logging data for sustainability reporting.

• RainMaker evaporative coolers use significantly less energy, keeping chickens healthy without reliance on heavy air conditioning.

• LED Lighting cuts energy use by up to 60 percent, with studies showing increased early chick growth and reduced mortality².

The Analytics Advantage: BFN Fusion

At the core of resilient farms is BFN Fusion, a data-driven control centre that brings together all elements:

1. It collects climate, feed, and emissions data from closed houses.
2. Offers real-time alerts for anomalies in water or feed use.
3. Tracks consumption and waste to improve efficiency.
4. Connects feed usage with composting and emissions systems.
5. Provides full traceability for carbon reporting and certification.

Rather than a collection of systems, BFN Fusion forms a unified ecosystem, supporting low-carbon operations, healthier flocks, and traceable practices that eco-conscious consumers demand.

A Phased Path to a Sustainable Future

The Benefits of Going Carbon Neutral

Producers who make the shift benefit in four powerful ways:

• Lower costs from reduced fuel, feed, and water use
• New income from emissions reduction credit sales
• Better market access through eco-certifications
• Enhanced resilience against future climate and regulatory shocks

Asia’s poultry industry can lead the world in sustainable, smart production. By embracing closed systems, waste recycling, and data-driven control, producers can reduce emissions, improve welfare, and build a stronger business model. Big Dutchman’s solutions, ViperTouch, BFN Fusion, Pollo-M, RainMaker, LED lighting, OptiPlate, and CompoTower, offer a practical roadmap. The farms that embrace sustainability today will be the industry leaders of tomorrow.