TRABALHO DE CONCLUSÃO DE CURSO E ARTIGO TÉCNICO PARÂMETROS DE ALOJAMENTO DE PINTAINHOS DE UM DIA

Abstract

According to the Brazilian Poultry Production Association (ABPF, 2022), the quality of housing at the beginning of the birds' lives is one of the most important variables to achieve maximum performance in the growth and health of the broiler flock.

Monitoring and evaluating processes that may interfere with chick quality are essential to prevent mortality and loss of bird quality, which consequently leads to economic losses for the producer (Vieira Wesley, 2024).

One factor that can directly impact bird performance is the environment provided to them. The initial phase requires special attention, as it is the stage where the birds are extremely fragile and can compromise the final result of the flock throughout the production chain. aviNews

Therefore, for broiler production to occur as expected, various factors in housing management must be correctly adopted, such as chick transportation, preparation of the poultry house for their arrival, lighting, adjustment of equipment like feeders and drinkers, ammonia and CO₂ levels, among other factors.

This technical article aims to clearly and objectively demonstrate the parameters to be evaluated in the management of housing day-old chicks, from the preparation of the poultry house and equipment for the arrival of the birds to the transportation of the chicks from the hatchery to the poultry house.