In some studies feed intake and growth performance improved under blue or green lights provided at high rather than low intensity. Photo: Jan Willem Schouten
Light is a vital external parameter and is now considered an important management tool in broiler production. Getting light distribution, intermittent lighting and lighting colour right can positively affect growth and produce more uniform birds. What you can’t see, you can’t eat. One of the most important aspects of lighting in broiler houses is that adequate light helps chicks find feeders and therefore receive the right amount of nutrition to support growth. Light can also decrease bir
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