Expert Advisory Details

Experts' advice for poultry farming

The ration should contain 15-20 % more protein, minerals and vitamins. Damp litter and high temperature are good media for the growth of protozoa which cause Coccidiosis in the chicken so avoid dampness in the deep litter house by stirring the litter 2-3 times in a week. Place the nests inside the sheds, 1-2 weeks prior to the start of egg production. The lights may be kept on during the cooler parts of the nights viz. late evening and early morning so that the birds can compensate the feed consumption of hot period of the day. Keep sufficient cold water available for the birds. Be careful about the health of the birds. Immediately consult the expert in case of sickness of the birds. Do not store the compound feed for more than 15 days to avoid aflatoxins. Control the flies in the shed. Debeaking and vaccination may be done up to 14-16 weeks of age the price of eggs start rising from this month so there should be minimum disturbance after laying starts.