How ducklings are raised
1. Xi of life.
Ducks are waterfowl that love to forage, frolic, and courtship in the water. Therefore, providing ample water for ducks is key to successful rearing. Ducklings in water keep their bodies warm and reduce energy expenditure, while also helping to digest food.
2. Feed and drinking water.
Feed: Ducklings need foods that are high in protein, energy, and calcium. Ducklings that have just come out of their shells should be fed some warm water first, and then gradually transition to feeding. The initial feed can be some cooked rice or cornmeal, and as the age increases, animal feeds such as small fish, small shrimp, and earthworms are gradually added.
Drinking water: Drinking water is essential for the growth of ducklings. Drinking water should be kept clean, and an appropriate amount of electrolytic multivitamins should be added to the water to enhance the duckling's immunity.
3. Feeding density.
The feeding density of ducklings should not be too large, otherwise it is easy to cause problems such as crowding and trampling of ducks. It is generally recommended to keep 5-10 ducklings per square meter.
4. Temperature and humidity.
Temperature: Ducklings have higher temperature requirements, and the suitable temperature range is 25-30. If the temperature is too low, it will cause symptoms such as cold and diarrhea in ducklings, and if the temperature is too high, it will cause heat stroke. Therefore, adjust the temperature of the duck house according to the season and weather changes.
Humidity: Humidity also has a great impact on the growth of ducklings. Too much humidity can lead to mold growth, and too low humidity can cause ducklings to feel dry and uncomfortable. It is generally recommended that the humidity of the duck house be controlled between 50% and 60%.
5. Epidemic prevention and deworming.
Epidemic prevention: Vaccinate ducklings regularly to prevent the occurrence of infectious diseases. Common vaccines include Newcastle disease, avian flu, etc.
Deworming: Deworm ducklings regularly to prevent parasitic infections. Common anthelmintic drugs include levamisole, prothhimazole, etc.
Sixth, daily management.
Observe the ducks: Observe the feeding, drinking, and excretion of the ducks every day, and find problems in time and take measures.
Cleaning and hygiene: Regularly clean up the droppings and debris in the duck house to maintain environmental hygiene.
Adjust the feed: Adjust the type and amount of feed according to the growth stage and nutritional needs of the ducklings.
Keep it light: Proper light helps in the growth and development of ducklings. It is generally recommended to maintain 8-10 hours of light time per day.
Heatstroke prevention and cooling: In the summer high temperature season, it is necessary to pay attention to heatstroke prevention and cooling to avoid heat stroke in ducklings. The temperature of the duck house can be lowered by adding vents, spraying water to cool down, etc.
Epidemic prevention inspection: Conduct regular health checks on the duck flock, and isolate and ** the sick ducks in time. At the same time, it is necessary to strengthen the disinfection of the environment to prevent the spread of epidemic diseases.
Reasonable arrangement of breeding: according to the growth of the duck flock and market demand, reasonable arrangement of breeding plan and quantity. Avoid overbreeding leading to waste of resources and market surplus.
Make records: record and analyze the feed consumption, drinking water consumption, growth and other conditions in the feeding process, so as to find problems in time and take measures to improve feeding management methods.
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