The potential impact of imposing best management practices for nutrient management on the US broiler industry

The imposition of nutrient management plans for disposal of poultry litter will increase broiler production costs. This research examines the potential impacts of these cost increasing events on the US broiler industry. The results show that for 8, 40 and 80% increases in costs, wholesale prices eventually return to previous levels, and production levels stabilize at slightly lower levels.