Broiler breeders prefer wooden nests

04-08-2021 | | |
In this study four nest box designs were offered in a relative preference test. We used a plastic control nest, a plastic nest with a partition to divide the nest into two areas offering some seclusion, a plastic nest with a ventilator underneath to create air flow inside the nest to mimic a drafty nest, and a wooden nest. Photo: Anne van den Oever
In this study four nest box designs were offered in a relative preference test. We used a plastic control nest, a plastic nest with a partition to divide the nest into two areas offering some seclusion, a plastic nest with a ventilator underneath to create air flow inside the nest to mimic a drafty nest, and a wooden nest. Photo: Anne van den Oever
Number of eggs, fertility and hatchability – as a broiler breeder operation there are many parameters to keep on top of. One extra headache is the number of floor eggs as they involve extra labour. Optimum rearing, keeping the birds active and a raised slatted area can help prevent floor eggs, but recent research into nesting behaviour showed that the type of nest is a deciding factor. In an existing broiler breeder house, the equipment and laying nests are what you have to work with. Only


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