Brooding in Poultry - Definition, Types & How to Brood

BROODING PREPERATION ! A week before arrival: ------------------------------ • The brooder and all equipment must have been cleaned, disinfected and rested for 10 days prior to preparation. • There must not be any residual matter from previous flocks. • Prepare adequate heaters, drinkers, feeders, thermometers and lighting with intensity of 20 lux. • Put up the side curtains at minimum ventilation (double curtains in winter) and false ceiling. • Put litter/bedding evenly to a depth of 10cm and r

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