Question

A poultry farmer wants to increase his broiler production. Explain three management practices he must follow to enhance the yield. In what way is the daily food requirement of broilers different from those of egg layers?

Answer 1

Following are the three practises to enhance the yield:

• Outbreeding of the animals
• Proper management of the farms
• Regular inspection for checking diseases in the animals

Broilers are raised for meat production. As they need to grow very fast they are fed with high protein and vitamin K rich diet.

The layers are specialized for egg laying. Their diet is rich in roughages and calcium.