LPM 221: Commercial Poultry Production and Hatchery Management (1+1)

UNIFORMITY

• At a given age, growing pullets should have average body weight very close to breeder recommendations and at least 70% of the birds’ weight within 10% of flock average.
• Points to be considered for getting uniformity among growing pullets are,
  • Receive chicks of uniform weight.
  • Provide proper feeding, watering and floor space.
  • Change the feeder and waterer according to the age.
  • The height of the feeder and waterer should be at the back height of the bird.
  • Provide proper energy in the diet.
  • Sample weights of the pullets are taken at regular intervals and change the feed accordingly.
  • Provide proper feeding space, so as to all birds consume feed simultaneously.