Fresh water a basic requirement for good performance

Water is essential for life, and should therefore be regarded as a major factor in poultry rearing and management. Many aspects related to water functions, quality and other requirements are of major importance when attempting to have better flock performance. By Dr. Salah H. Esmail , Cairo, Egypt Water is the most important of all nutrients, amounting to approximately 58% of the content of chickens and 66% of eggs. It serves as a medium in which nutrients are transported, wastes eliminated, a