TS 3737

TS 3737 is a terminology standard for poultry, bringing together the terms used in the field and their definitions. Its subject is the shared understanding of core concepts such as poultry, poultry breeds, eggs, manure, feathers, diseases, and the tools and equipment used in poultry practice.

Why poultry terminology needs standardisation

Poultry work spans breeding, egg production, health management, housing, and equipment. Clear definitions for terms such as “hen”, “breed”, “egg”, and “disease” reduce ambiguity in technical writing, training material, record keeping, and day-to-day communication. This standard addresses that need for a common vocabulary.

In general technical practice, terminology standards organise concepts rather than prescribe performance limits or test methods. TS 3737 therefore functions as a reference for consistent naming and definition in poultry-related documentation, rather than as an operational standard for how poultry production must be carried out.

Concept areas covered by the standard

• Poultry and poultry breeds, with the related basic naming conventions
• Hen eggs and egg-related terminology
• Hen manure and poultry feathers as associated by-products
• Terms connected with poultry diseases
• Tools and equipment used in poultry operations

By covering these areas together, the standard helps keep the live animal, the production environment, and the associated by-products within one coherent terminology framework. That is especially useful in educational texts, technical notes, and sector communication where consistency of meaning matters.