points on poultry farning
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1). Poultry farm is where domestic animals like chickens, birds, ducks etc are raised.
2). Birds like chicken are called broilers because they are raised for their meat.
3). Chickens which are raised for only laying eggs are called layers.
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⚫Rearing of chicken, turkey and geese for egg and meat is called poultry farming.
⚫The breeds of poultry farming can be of two types:- Indigenous and Exotic.
▶Indigenous - Local breeds. Eg:- Aseel
▶Exotic - Foreign. Eg:- Leghorn
⚫The desirable characteristics of the poultry are as follows:-
▶Larger number of better quality of chicks.
▶Drawf broiler for better quality of meat.
▶Adaptation towards high temperature in summers.
▶Low maintenance requirement.
▶Ability to utilise cheap diet using agricultural products.
⚫The layers (egg layers) are given a diet which is rich in Vitamin A whereas broilers are given a diet which is rich in proteins and fats.