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Observe Bird Growth and Feeder Usage

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THE DIRTY SECRETS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT RAISING PASTURED POULTRY....

What happens here

The presenter highlights the rapid growth rate of the meat birds, noting their significant size as they approach processing. He shows a feeder from Meyer Hatchery/Brower that holds approximately 25 pounds of feed, which the chickens consume 1.5 times per day. He explains that even if the coop were larger, the birds would naturally cluster together as they are flock animals. He also touches on the benefits of daily movement in preventing unpleasant smells and fly problems, attributing these issues to stationary coops.

Goal: Understand the rapid growth of meat birds and their daily feed consumption.

Tools and materials

  • Mobile Chicken Tractor DIY — Housing the chickens and being moved daily
  • Chicken Feed — Providing primary nutrition for the chickens