Study: Day length during brooding did not impact broiler performance
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Extended day length during the brooding period is thought to benefit broilers’ long-term performance and well-being. However, a University of Georgia study has re-evaluated that idea and found no detrimental impact of dark periods applied during that early production phase. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:10 Brian Fairchild, PhD, University of Georgia 0:23 Does adding a dark period help baby chicks? 2:47 4-hour dark period evaluated 4:14 No disadvantage in providing chicks a dark period ________________________________________________ Poultry Health Today is a news publication sponsored by Zoetis designed to bring broiler, layer and turkey producers the latest news and insights on poultry health, welfare, performance and sustainability. Visit us at PoultryHealthToday.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. For more on our sponsor, visit Zoetis.com.
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Extended day length during the brooding period is thought to benefit broilers’ long-term performance and well-being. However, a University of Georgia study has re-evaluated that idea and found no detrimental impact of dark periods applied during that early production phase. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:10 Brian Fairchild, PhD, University of Georgia 0:23 Does adding a dark period help baby chicks? 2:47 4-hour dark period evaluated 4:14 No disadvantage in providing chicks a dark period _____...
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