How to build a shed for green-shell laying hens? A detailed construction plan

Green-shell laying hens are hatched from green eggs and are named after their green shells. Green eggs are very rare. Although green-shell laying hens are not yet widely farmed, the number of farmers raising them keeps growing year after year, and the farming techniques for green-shell laying hens are still not very mature. So next, Shuaishuai will explain how to build a shed for green-shell laying hens!

I. Good heat preservation and heat protection

When building a hen shed, you need to consider both heat preservation and heat protection. In winter, if the temperature drops below 5°C, the hens' feed intake will increase, causing feed efficiency to decline. In summer, the temperature rises sharply, and exceeding the optimal growth temperature for hens will greatly affect their growth. The optimal growth temperature is best kept at 10-23°C, and the overall temperature of a broiler shed is 21-26°C. During construction, the thickness of the north wall bricks should be increased, and a ceiling should be installed on the roof.

II. Good ventilation

The ventilation in the hen shed should be good. Windows on both sides must ensure air convection, and the window positions should be well chosen. Ventilation can use natural wind or mechanical ventilation, and a manure outlet should also be left.

III. Moisture protection

The inside of the hen shed should be kept relatively dry. If it is too humid, the hens' resistance will decrease. Generally, the relative humidity in a hen shed should be below 65 percent.

IV. Disinfection and epidemic prevention

When building the hen shed, we should build a disinfection pool, which makes disinfection easier. The walls should also be smooth. A disinfection pool at the entrance of the hen shed is sufficient.

V. Length of the hen shed

The size and length of the hen shed should be determined by the stocking density. If the number of hens raised is large, the scale and length should be increased. Also, check whether the terrain and landforms meet the needs of the farmer's breeding plan.

VI. Roof of the hen shed

The roof of the hen shed should be specially designed. It is best to install a ceiling and then fill it with rice husks, which helps with heat insulation. Most roofs are built in single-slope or double-slope styles. The roof edges should focus on a streamlined design so rainwater can flow down smoothly and shade can also be provided.

The above is the construction plan for a green-shell laying hen shed. These points are construction rules that every hen shed must follow. In addition, the position of the feed troughs should be determined according to actual conditions, and the number of feed troughs should also be determined by the number of hens raised. To learn more related information, please continue to follow Qinnong Net!