Chick culling is the process of killing newly hatched male chicks in the poultry industry. This practice has been widely criticized for its inhumane treatment of animals. Synonyms for chick culling include chick disposal, chick sorting, chick separation, and chick elimination. While these terms may sound less harsh than chick culling, they still refer to the same process of killing unwanted male chicks. Some alternatives to chick culling include using sexed eggs, breeding dual-purpose chickens, or raising male chicks for meat. These methods are more ethical and sustainable, and can help reduce the number of male chicks that are needlessly killed every year.