A good start reduces the need for antibiotics

Even the most modern broiler houses don’t offer the best environmental conditions for day old chicks. That’s because they are designed for managing the climate for six week old broilers. Keeping day old chicks a few days extra in optimal conditions before transfering them to the house, gives them a good start and reduces the need for antibiotics. By Conny Maatjens The first few days after hatch are crucial in the development of a chick. During this early brooding peri