Designing appropriate outdoor areas for broilers is a challenge.
Solution
This video describes relevant aspects of design and conception for creating a versatile outdoor area for broiler production. Advise and experiences about tree plantation and seeding of outdoor area are provided.
Description
Designing an outdoor area for poultry is essential to maximing use of space and improving animal welfare. Featuring trees in the outdoor area provides shade and protection for broilers, allowing them to explore, forage, and find more nutrients via the plants, grubs and insects present. The composition of the grazing area is also important to keep the soil covered. This space must be properly managed to stay attractive and effective. This tool provides tips and covers the basics for farmers and advisors who want to re-design their outdoor grazing area for poultry.
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