What are the key points to note in the early stage of raising ducks

SummaryDrinking water: during the week before the brooding period, give cool water, and an animal edible liquid can be added to the water to boost disease resistance. Feed: during the first three days of brooding, sufficient drinking water must be ensured before feed is provided; the feed formula needs to be adjusted according to changes in the environment and temperature, and the rearing methods are varied, with the main point being to reduce the ducks' contact with droppings. Disease prevention: vaccinate on schedule, disinfect regularly, and if any abnormal situation occurs, isolate and treat promptly.

1. Drinking water

When raising ducks, note that during the week before the brooding period they need to drink cool boiled water. To boost the ducks' disease resistance and regulate the balance of their digestive tract, we can add Yifuyuan animal edible liquid to the water.

2. Feed management

When feeding ducks, note that feed must only be given when there is sufficient drinking water, especially during the first three days of brooding. A sufficient number of feeders needs to be prepared to ensure the feeding area for each duck. Feed should be added in small amounts and multiple times to prevent it from becoming moldy and spoiling.

3. Feed formula

Changes in the environment and temperature will affect the ducks' feed intake. To ensure the nutrition of the duck flock, the feed needs to be adjusted according to seasonal changes. In summer, a special feed needs to be formulated, and on the premise of meeting amino acid requirements, protein intake should be controlled at the lowest level.

4. Rearing methods

You can choose net rearing, cage rearing or floor rearing. The advantage of net rearing is that it can reduce the ducks' contact with droppings, thereby lowering the incidence of disease. This method is especially suitable for summer. Of course, cage rearing in summer is a very good choice, and it can likewise effectively reduce the ducks' contact with droppings.

For floor rearing, note that thicker bedding must not be used, especially rice straw, which has poor water absorption. We can choose sawdust or cement flooring, etc.

5. Disease prevention

The sanitary environment is very important for breeding, and regular disinfection and sterilization are needed, with prevention as the priority, and vaccinations must be given on schedule. Usually, pay more attention to observing the color and shape of the ducks' droppings. If any abnormality is found, be sure to isolate and treat it promptly so as not to affect the other ducks.