Turkish turkeys start production at 29 weeks, explains veterinarian

In broiler breeder farms, the sheds are strictly controlled: feed, water, adequate temperature ... The management is related to the zootechnical performance of the birds, and consequently, to the production of fertile eggs. In turkey breeding farms, it is no different. To obtain the full genetic potential of the turkeys and achieve good results in production, obeying the management techniques is essential. At the time of arrival of the young puppies, everything has to be working perfectly well for them to feel at home. The integrated Lírio Zenofir commented on the procedures for receiving day-old birds at the turkey breeding farm. “Our pre-accommodation starts with the distribution of wood shavings inside the warehouses. Then we place the tarps and form the paintbrushes. We have drinking fountains and feeders and we install clamps, which are switched on 24 hours in advance to warm up the environment. Just before the accommodation, we organized the circles where we will accommodate ...