Metabolizable Energy in Laying Phase of Broiler Breeder

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  • Richard Abegunde

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    July 18, 2025 at 7:11 am

    At the start of the laying phase for broiler breeders, the recommended Metabolizable Energy (ME) level in their diet is typically around 2,850 to 2,900 kcal/kg of feed. This energy level supports: the onset of egg production, maintenance needs, controlled weight gain and Proper reproductive performance

  • Nurudeen Kareem

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    July 13, 2025 at 12:18 pm

    What a comprehensive information.

    Thanks a lot.

  • Amir Sohel

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    July 10, 2025 at 9:44 am

    At the start of the laying phase, broiler breeders typically require a diet with a Metabolizable Energy (ME) level around 2,800 to 2,900 kcal ME/kg,

  • FARUQ OLAPADE

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    July 7, 2025 at 6:05 am

    Thank you for attaching the Cobb management document.

  • Md. Abdul Bari

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    July 4, 2025 at 8:41 am

    Good information

  • Md. Abdul Bari

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    July 4, 2025 at 2:22 am

    Good

  • Onyinye Victoria Mbamalu

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    July 3, 2025 at 11:01 pm

    2,750 – 2850

    Thou it depends on the breed

  • Gafar Aderoju

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    July 2, 2025 at 2:06 pm

    According to Cobb 500 management guide, 2800kcal/kg and 15% Crude Protein is ideal from 1st egg to 38 weeks of age. The attached document could be resourceful for this aspect and more.

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