Does feeding breeder hens omega-3 fatty acids increase omega-3 levels in chick tissues?

Omega-3 in Poultry1 min readUpdated June 10, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that when breeder hens are fed diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, the eggs they produce contain more of these fats. The chicks that hatch from those eggs show higher levels of omega-3 and lower levels of omega-6 fatty acids in their heart, liver, brain,...

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June 10, 2026·Last updated June 10, 2026
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