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What is the difference between broilers and layers?


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Broilers:

  1. The broilers are defined as any chicken that is bred and raised, particularly for meat production.

Layers:

  1. The layers are defined as the egg-laying poultry birds that are raised for the purpose of commercial production of eggs.

Difference between broilers and layers:

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Broilers

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Layers

1

Broilers are raised particularly for meat production.

1

Layers are raised for the purpose of the commercial production of eggs.

2

Vitamin K and A are required in large quantities

2

Nutrition vitamins and minerals are required.

3

No need for large space and lighting.

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A large space and lighting are required.

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Need protein-rich food for fast growth.

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Need less protein as compared to the broilers.

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