Question

What would happen if poultry birds are larger in size and have no summer adaptation capacity? In order to get small-sized poultry birds, having summer adaptability, what method will be employed?

Answer 1

Consequences of large-sized poultry birds with no summer adaptability

1. Larger birds require extra compared to small-sized birds which affect their summer adaptability.
2. Since summer adaptability is inversely proportional to egg production, negligible summer adaptability will significantly reduce egg production.
3. The farm would need maintenance to control the heat, leading to additional expenditure.

Methods to achieve small-sized poultry birds with summer adaptability

1. Exotic birds should be introduced to the farm with desirable qualities.
2. Cross-breeding the birds present on the farm with the newly introduced birds.