What environment does raising chickens require? A detailed explanation of the environmental requirements for raising chickens
Chickens are the poultry we eat the most in our daily lives, and the scale of farming in our country is also very large. When raising chickens, we must control the environment well to ensure the normal growth of the flock. Especially the larger the scale, the greater the impact of the environment, and many people fail at raising chickens because they neglect the environment. So what are the environmental requirements for raising chickens? Let's take a look together below!
1. Temperature
Chickens are relatively small in body size, but their metabolic capacity is relatively strong, so their body temperature is relatively high. Therefore, if the chicken coop is too enclosed, it will cause the temperature inside the coop to be too high, block the chickens' heat dissipation, affect the chickens' normal metabolism, and reduce production capacity. The temperature of the chicken coop should be controlled according to the type and age of the chickens. If they are laying hens, then their suitable temperature is around 15-20 degrees, while meat-type young chickens are around 25 degrees. A fluctuation of 3-4 degrees is acceptable. When the weather is too hot, those with the means can add a canopy and do a good job of heat preservation and heat protection.
2. Humidity
Humidity is very important to the growth of chickens. The temperature of the chicken coop should not be too high, especially when raising them on the floor, and bedding straw should be laid well inside the chicken coop. If the humidity inside the chicken coop is too high and lasts for a long time, then the resistance of the flock will be seriously weakened. The growth and development rate will be reduced, feed intake will decrease, and egg production will also decline as a result. When raising chickens, we must reasonably control humidity according to the growth stage of the chickens. For a chick coop, the humidity must not exceed 65%, while for a growing chicken coop it should be kept at around 60%. When humidity is too high, ventilate in time, and the chicken coop must not be built in low-lying areas.
3. Light
Reasonable light duration and intensity are very beneficial to the growth of chickens. Especially in winter, it can not only increase the temperature of the chicken coop, but also reduce pathogens inside the chicken coop. So we must first choose the orientation of the chicken coop well. Control the size of the windows well, and also according to the actual situation of the chickens. If the chicken coop is enclosed, then artificial light should be provided appropriately. Insufficient light will reduce the egg production of chickens. But it should not be too much either, otherwise it will not only increase electricity costs, but also easily cause pecking habits in chickens.
4. Density
Density is also a very important environmental condition for the growth of chickens. It has a direct impact on the healthy growth of chickens and is also closely related to growth speed, reproductive capacity, and so on. Moreover, density should not be too low. If the density is too low, the investment cost of equipment will increase, costs will rise, and farming benefits will be reduced. If the density is too high, it will affect the egg production and body weight of chickens, and in severe cases cause large numbers of chickens to die. So when raising chickens, we must ensure that the area and density of the chicken coop are appropriate, so as to ensure the healthy growth of the chickens.
The above is a brief introduction to the environmental requirements for raising chickens. The environmental requirements for raising chickens are relatively high, so the construction of the chicken coop must also be careful to ensure their growth and thereby improve farming benefits. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can help everyone!