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Posted by Babafemi Adejinmi on April 7, 2025 at 11:04 amWhat is the lighting duration for broiler production
Ayodeji Fatokun replied 1 year, 2 months ago 6 Members · 5 Replies -
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The lighting duration for broiler production is typically 23 hours of light and 1 hour of darkness during the first few weeks, followed by a gradual reduction to 16-18 hours of light per day as they approach market weight. This helps optimize growth and feed conversion.
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For optimal broiler production, a lighting duration of 16 hours of light and 8 hours of darkness (16L:8D) is generally recommended. However, during the first few days, 23 hours of light and 1 hour of darkness are often used to aid in feed and water intake.
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For optimal broiler production, a typical lighting program involves 23 hours of light and 1 hour of darkness during the first 7 days (brood period), followed by 20 hours of light and 4 hours of darkness (20L:4D) or 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness (18L:6D) for the remainder of the grow-out period
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For optimal broiler chicken growth and production lighting programs typically involve <mark>23 hours of light at 20 lux (or 2.5 foot-candles) for the first 7 days, followed by 17-20 hours of light and 4-7 hours. </mark>
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