Answer:
(i) Care for the Layers There are following two distinct
phases in the life of a layer
(a) Growing Period The
first phase of the life of poultry, (i.e., the layer) is growing period (upto
sexual maturity). During this period the chickens are called growers.
The growers require enough space.
Overcrowding tends to suppress their growth. The feed is given in a restricted
and calculated manner.
(b) Laying Period The period
from sexual maturity till the end of egg laying is called laying period and the
chickens are known as eggers or layers. The layers require enough space and
adequate lighting.
Light's intensity and its duration has favorable
effect on the laying output of the hens. Feed with vitamins, minerals and
micronutrients also influence hatching ability of eggs.
(ii) Care for the Broilers The housing, nutritional and
environmental requirements of broilers are different from layers. Conditions
provided have to be favorable for the fast growth and low mortality of
broilers. The ratio for broilers is protein rich with sufficient fat. In the
poultry feed, the contents of vitamin A and K are kept high.
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