This page provides articles on housing mangement for poultry. Housing management is increasingly important because it has a major influence on animal health. Poultry flocks that don't have good housing facilities, will be more affected by animal diseases. Appropriate housing management also enhances efficiency and animal welfare.
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Wide range of housing options for layers
Since the introduction of cages, egg producers have a wide range of options to choose from when deciding how to house their laying hens. For a long time, cages have been the standard, but changes in consumer demand have prompted the use of alternatives.
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What affects the climate in poultry houses?
Climate conditions should be close to ideal for poultry if you expect them to perform at their maximum. What is a good climate and what influences it? read more >
Water circulation in an evaporative cooling pad system
Evaporative cooling pads are used to cool down poultry house temperatures during hot weather all over the world. The efficacy of pads largely depends on how they are used and maintained. Life-span and performance can be improved by using lots of water. read more >
Ventilation systems vital to poultry houses
Ventilation in poultry production is more important than previously thought. Fast growing birds need plenty of dust and germ free fresh air as well as comfortable temperatures. What systems are available to maintain a good in-house climate? read more >
Traditional vs enriched cages for laying hens
Although not yet a major issue for the Brazilian poultry sector, Dr Victor Fernando Buttow Roll from the Federal University of Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, reviewed studies comparing traditional and enriched cages for laying hens. He warned not to underestimate the related issues. read more >
Ins and outs of poultry house insulation
There is no doubt that insulation is of utmost importance in maintaining a good climate in poultry houses. Regardless of whether it is summer or winter, insulation helps to reduce costs and improve bird performance. But what material, and how much of it, should be used? read more >
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