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Received in chicks

Posted by Md Ahidul Islam on October 1, 2025 at 3:47 am

What steps do you follow when receiving new chicks on the farm?

Lasisi Samuel Olakunle replied 8 months, 2 weeks ago 9 Members · 8 Replies
8 Replies

Lasisi Samuel Olakunle

Member
October 10, 2025 at 8:51 pm

Mr Muhammed thank you for the updated response
Muddasar Iqbal

Member
October 10, 2025 at 8:28 pm
Pre-heat brooding area & sanitize equipment and surroundings.
Ensure proper temperature, humidity & check chick quality and uniformity.
Activate water lines before arrival & provide electrolytes/vitamins to reduce stress.
Monitor crop fill test.

LUCKY NTOK

Member

October 8, 2025 at 8:25 am

Questions to ask your self:

Are you mentally prepared?

Are you financially ready?

keep ready the house in advance regarding temperature, humidity, feed, water, ventilation, hygiene, disinfection, biosecurity. take history from company bout weight, number, breeder age, vaccination and titre record,

Md. Abdul Bari

Member

October 5, 2025 at 1:22 pm

Excellent

Md. Ayub Ali

Member

October 5, 2025 at 9:34 am

When receiving new chicks, the key steps are preparing the brooder with bedding and stable, appropriate heat (95°F), and ensuring immediate access to fresh water and chick starter feed. After placing the chicks in the brooder, gently dip a few chicks’ beaks in the water to teach the others and observe them to confirm they are drinking and eating. Maintain proper sanitation and daily monitor the chicks for health and the environment for comfort and cleanliness.

1. Prepare the Brooder

Clean and Disinfect: Thoroughly clean, wash, and disinfect the brooder house and all equipment before the chicks arrive.
Litter: Add a layer of dry, absorbent bedding like wood shavings, 3-4 inches deep, to the floor of the brooder.
Heat: Assemble a heat lamp, maintaining the brooder temperature at a stable 95°F (35°C) for the first week.
Feeders and Waterers: Place clean, full feeders and waterers in the brooder, ensuring they are at the right height for the chicks.

2. Arrival and Initial Care

Unload and Place: Once the chicks arrive, quickly place them into the pre-heated and prepared brooder.
Encourage Water Intake: Dip the beak of one or two energetic chicks into the water to teach the others where to drink.
Introduce Feed: A couple of hours after arrival, introduce the chicks to their starter feed.
Monitor: After a few hours, check to ensure all chicks have drunk water and are eating the feed.

3. Ongoing Management

Observe Daily: Check on your chicks multiple times daily, observing their behavior, health, and the environment.
Maintain Cleanliness: Clean the feeders and waterers at least once a day.
Adjust Temperature: Gradually reduce the brooder temperature by 5°F each week until it reaches a minimum of 55°F.
Hygiene: Wash your hands before and after handling chicks and maintain good sanitation practices to prevent disease.

Muhammad Zeeshan Asghar

Member

October 1, 2025 at 7:24 am

When receiving new chicks on the farm, the following steps are typically followed:

Preparation of Brooder Area: Ensure that the brooder area is clean, properly heated, and equipped with adequate bedding, feeders, and waterers.
Inspection of Chicks: Upon arrival, inspect the chicks for health and vitality, checking for any signs of disease or distress.
Temperature Control: Verify that the brooder’s temperature is set correctly, usually around 32-35°C (90-95°F) for the first week, and adjust as necessary.
Acclimatization: Allow chicks to acclimate to their new environment gradually, minimizing stress during transfer from transport containers to the brooder.
Providing Feed and Water: Ensure that clean, fresh water and starter feed are available immediately to encourage early consumption.
Monitoring: Observe the chicks closely for the first few hours for signs of stress or health issues, adjusting conditions as needed.
Record Keeping: Document details such as the arrival date, the number of chicks, and any observations regarding their health and behavior.

By following these steps, you can help ensure a smooth transition and promote healthy growth for the new flock.

Iram Sadiq

Member
October 5, 2025 at 8:30 am

great