Prepare your flock for the summer heat – keep chickens healthy and productive

18-06-2025 | |
Prepare your flock for the summer heat – keep chickens healthy and productive
Measurements in the barn must be carried out at animal level (approx. 50 cm in height) to obtain representative values, or values that the chickens actually experience. Photo: Mark Pasveer
As summer arrives in many parts of the world, it is crucial for poultry producers to recognise the significant impact high temperatures can have on chickens. The Coolchicks team offers essential guidance needed to prepare for and mitigate potential episodes of heat stress in your flock. Heat stress is a serious challenge for the poultry industry, but with appropriate monitoring and interventions its impact can be limited. The THI index is a valuable tool that allows for timely inte


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