The following points highlight the thirteen main ways for prevention of diseases in birds. 1. Clean sanitary conditions of poultry sheds and equipment, balanced feed, fresh clean water, healthy chicks are essential to prevent diseases. Entry of visitors to farm, especially inside the sheds must be restricted. Visitors should dip their feet and hands in a disinfectant solution and wear [...]
The following points highlight the eighteen major norms and recommended practices to obtain maximum economic benefit from poultry farming. (1) Selection of well-raised land for poultry sheds is of prime importance. Land with hard rock or murram is more suitable. Water logging and flooding near the sheds should not be allowed. Separate sheds for growers and layers will yield good [...]
List of common breeds of fowl that is used for farming in India:- 1. Indian Breeds 2. Asiatic Breeds 3. Mediterranean Breeds 4. English Breeds 5. American Breeds. 1. Indian Breeds: A. Aseel (Fig. 5.1): The literal meaning of Aseel is real or pure. Aseel is well-known for its pugnacity, high stamina, majestic gait and dogged fighting qualities. The name [...]