The secret of free-range chicken breeding skills is revealed
With the increasing importance of healthy diet, local chicken is becoming more and more favored by consumers as an ecological and healthy food. Free-range chickens mean that hens are scattered in their natural environment and can forage and move freely, rather than being kept in cages. This method of farming not only improves the quality of life of the chickens, but also makes the chicken tastier and healthier. This article will introduce you to the breeding methods of native chickens and help you understand how to successfully raise native chickens. First, choose a place to build a chicken coop First of all, it is necessary to choose a place with high and dry terrain, good drainage, and away from pollution sources as a breeding place. When building a chicken coop, it is necessary to ensure that it can be windproof, rainproof, cold and warm, and have good ventilation and lighting conditions. The internal layout of the chicken house should be reasonable, so that it is easy to manage the feed and clean up.
Secondly, the selection of varieties suitable for free-range breeding requires strong adaptability, lean tolerance, disease resistance, and at the same time tender meat and good taste. The right variety can be selected according to the local natural environment and market demand. Feed and drinking water: The feed of native chickens should be based on natural food, such as insects, insects, weeds, etc. At the same time, in order to meet the nutritional needs of chicken growth, it is necessary to supplement the full price feed in an appropriate amount. 2. Feeding density: The feeding density of native chickens should not be too large, generally 50-100 chickens per hectare. Adjustments should be made according to the actual situation to ensure that the chickens have enough space to move and forage. 3.Daily management: inspect the chicken coop once a day in the morning and evening to observe the growth and health of the chickens, and find and solve problems in time. Regular vaccinations and deworming should be carried out to prevent the occurrence of diseases. At the same time, do a good job of cleaning and sanitation of the chickens and keep the chicken house clean and dry. 4.Seasonal management: In different seasons, the outdoor feeding methods of local chickens should also be adjusted. In summer, it is necessary to pay attention to heatstroke prevention and cooling, and increase the water intake of chickens and the nutritional level in the feed; In winter, it is necessary to pay attention to cold protection and warmth, appropriately reduce the protein and energy levels in the feed, and increase the supply of vitamins and minerals.
Fourth, the prevention and control of local chicken diseases is an important part of the breeding process. Chickens must be vaccinated and dewormed regularly to prevent the disease from occurring. At the same time, the growth of the chickens should be closely monitored to detect abnormalities as early as possible. In the event of a disease, effective measures must be taken to prevent the spread of the disease. Fifth, slaughter and sales When the local chicken reaches the right weight, it can be slaughtered and sold. Before slaughtering, preparations must be made for stopping materials and drinking water. At the same time, according to market demand and consumer preferences, choose appropriate sales channels and methods, such as selling live chickens, processing into food, etc. In the sales process, it is necessary to ensure product quality and food safety, and establish a good brand image and reputation in the market.
In conclusion, the method of raising native chickens requires a comprehensive analysis of many aspects, including site selection and coop construction, breed selection, feed management, disease prevention, captivity and marketing. Only by mastering these methods can you successfully raise healthy and delicious local chickens.