Controlling and Limiting Water Intake
To ensure healthy growth in broilers, it's important to manage their water intake appropriately. Especially before 20 days of age, controlling water can help prevent rapid growth, which may lead to conditions like ascites syndrome or sudden death syndrome—common metabolic disorders in poultry. In the later stages of growth, adding 1-2% garlic to the feed can help prevent enteritis, improve feed consumption, and reduce the number of days required for feeding. During disease outbreaks, such as E. coli infections, viral diseases, or coccidiosis, it’s recommended to limit water access for 0.5 to 2 hours before administering medication. Similarly, when giving vaccines through drinking water, it’s advisable to withhold water for 2 to 4 hours beforehand. The duration of water restriction should be adjusted based on factors such as the age of the birds, seasonal conditions, overall health status, and the half-life of the drugs being used.Refeeding Management
If broilers are refed too quickly, it can cause digestive issues, dehydration, increased feed-to-meat ratio, and even illness. To minimize these risks, a "transitional feeding method" is commonly used. For example, if A represents the previous feed and B is the new feed, different mixing strategies can be applied: The first method involves gradually introducing the new feed: - Mix 2/3 A with 1/3 B and feed for 1–2 days. - Then mix 1/2 A with 1/2 B and feed for another 1–2 days. - Finally, mix 1/3 A with 2/3 B and feed for 1–2 days before fully switching to B. The second method follows a similar pattern but extends the transition period: - Start with 2/3 A and 1/3 B for 2–3 days. - Then switch to 1/3 A and 2/3 B for 2–3 days. - After that, completely switch to B feed. The third approach is more gradual: - Mix 1/2 A and 1/2 B and feed for 3–7 days. - Then gradually phase out A and switch entirely to B. This step-by-step refueling helps reduce stress on the birds and supports a smoother adaptation to new feed types.Medication Practices
In many rural broiler farming operations, high drug costs often result from improper medication practices. Common issues include: 1. Using only one drug at a time, without considering combination therapies. 2. Administering incorrect dosages—either too low to be effective or too high, leading to toxicity. 3. Short treatment courses or frequent changes in medication, reducing effectiveness. 4. Overlooking drug incompatibilities, which can reduce efficacy or cause adverse reactions. 5. Using medications without proper knowledge, leading to reduced effectiveness or poisoning. 6. Not accounting for the drug’s half-life, which can reduce its potency if administered over too long a period. 7. Reusing drugs without understanding their active ingredients, potentially causing resistance or harm. Proper medication management is essential to maintain bird health, optimize productivity, and reduce unnecessary costs. It’s always best to consult with a veterinarian or experienced poultry specialist when developing a treatment plan.Cleaned Squid Tubes,Frozen Squid Tube,Frozen Cleaned Squid Tubes,Stuffed squid tubes
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