Home / ResearchPecking and vent prolapse in commercial layer farming is one of the most common causes of mortality. Dear Farmer,Pecking and vent prolapse in commercial layer farming is one of the most common causes of mortality encountered during egg production. Infected flocks tend to bleed through the vent that attracts the attention of fellow flock mates and provokes pecking on the vent, leading to cannibalism and prolapse. Poor ventilationPoor ventilation in caged layer units is singularly the most common stressors that trigger pecking among cage mates. Poor quality dietPoor feed quality; low in amino acids, sodium and fibre, is associated with this pecking behaviour.

Source: Standard Digital June 06, 2021 10:41 UTC