What are the reasons for low egg production in quail?
Instability often occurs during the peak egg-laying period of quail, sometimes higher, sometimes lower. Low egg production will certainly affect the income of farmers, so what causes low egg production in quail? Let's find out together.
1. Excessive stocking density
Stocking density also has a great impact on quail egg production. Some farmers, in order to increase egg production, often keep many quail in one cage, causing crowding. Excessive stocking density will affect the quail's eating and resting, and will also cause poor air circulation around them. Growing in such an environment for a long time, the quail will become irritable, and fighting and egg-pecking will occur, seriously affecting egg production. The breeding density must be controlled. Let them live in a looser environment, and then they will lay many more eggs.
2. Temperature effects
The temperature during quail egg laying must also be well controlled. The optimal laying temperature is between 22-25 degrees. Too high or too low a temperature will affect egg production. To keep their peak laying period stable, try to control the temperature within the suitable range during the laying period. In such a temperature they can grow better, and egg production can also be greatly increased.
3. Effects of the external environment
Quail are rather timid and are extremely prone to being startled and falling ill. To let them lay eggs better, it is best to raise them in a quiet environment. There should be no dogs or relatively fierce animals in the surrounding environment. They can also be raised indoors with good soundproofing, letting them grow in a quiet environment. Their peak laying period will then gradually stabilize, and it will be much easier for farmers to manage them.
4. Effects of light intensity
Light intensity and duration have a great impact on their egg production. Quail are light-loving animals. When they grow in places with sufficient light, the longer the light duration, the better the quality of the quail eggs produced. Therefore, quail should be raised in an environment with stronger light, and during the laying process, a daily light duration of about 14 hours must be ensured.
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