18 Questions
What is one advantage of the intensive system of management mentioned in the text?
Reduced loss of birds and eggs to thieves, snakes, and accidents
Which type of system is described as the most popular in Nigeria in the text?
Deep litter systemv
What is the recommended floor space per bird in the deep litter system according to the text?
1 square foot
Which material is used to cover the floor in the deep litter system?
Wood shavings
What should be placed within reach of the birds in a deep litter house?
Perches and nest boxes
What is one advantage of having a well-ventilated pen in deep litter houses?
Decreased need for regular litter changes
What is a disadvantage of the extensive/free range system of management mentioned in the text?
Accumulation of germs and parasites
In the semi-intensive/restricted system, what is a common feature of the poultry rum?
Enclosed area of land with wire netting fence
What is a key difference between the extensive/free range system and the semi-intensive/restricted system?
Semi-intensive system involves enclosed areas with movable houses
What is a potential economic loss associated with the extensive/free range system?
Lower productivity due to slow growth
What is the purpose of raising houses above the ground with wire netting on the floor in the semi-intensive/restricted system?
To allow easy dropping of excreta
Why is the extensive/free range system not suitable for commercial production according to the text?
Low egg production and slow growth
What is a disadvantage of the deep litter system mentioned in the text?
High incidence of feather and tail pecking
What is a benefit of the deep litter system mentioned in the text?
Less capital required than battery cage system
Why is the battery cage system considered efficient for raising layers?
Egg and droppings collection facilities
What can cause injury to attendants and birds in the deep litter system according to the text?
Nails in litter materials
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a disadvantage of the deep litter system?
Increased labour for egg picking
What is a common feature of most cages used in the battery cage system according to the text?
'18 inches high and 8 inches deep'
Learn about the intensive system of poultry management which involves confinement of birds in a building with high stocking density. Explore examples such as the deep litter system and battery cage system.
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