1. An indigenous Indian poultry breed commonly used in cross-breeding programs is the Aseel, while an exotic foreign breed frequently used is the Leghorn, combining desirable traits from both for improved poultry production.

    An indigenous Indian poultry breed commonly used in cross-breeding programs is the Aseel, while an exotic foreign breed frequently used is the Leghorn, combining desirable traits from both for improved poultry production.

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  2. Maintaining optimal temperature and hygiene in poultry housing ensures broiler chickens' health by preventing heat stress, reducing disease risks, and promoting growth. Proper conditions minimize pathogen exposure, enhance feed conversion efficiency, and support overall well-being, leading to healthRead more

    Maintaining optimal temperature and hygiene in poultry housing ensures broiler chickens’ health by preventing heat stress, reducing disease risks, and promoting growth. Proper conditions minimize pathogen exposure, enhance feed conversion efficiency, and support overall well-being, leading to healthier, more productive broilers.

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  3. Key management practices for optimal poultry production include maintaining proper ventilation, ensuring balanced nutrition, implementing biosecurity measures, regular health monitoring, adequate lighting, and providing clean water. These practices promote growth, prevent diseases, and enhance the oRead more

    Key management practices for optimal poultry production include maintaining proper ventilation, ensuring balanced nutrition, implementing biosecurity measures, regular health monitoring, adequate lighting, and providing clean water. These practices promote growth, prevent diseases, and enhance the overall health and productivity of the birds.

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  4. Cross-breeding programs between Indian and foreign poultry breeds are conducted to combine desirable traits such as improved growth rates, better disease resistance, and enhanced egg production. This genetic diversity aims to produce poultry with superior performance, adaptability to local conditionRead more

    Cross-breeding programs between Indian and foreign poultry breeds are conducted to combine desirable traits such as improved growth rates, better disease resistance, and enhanced egg production. This genetic diversity aims to produce poultry with superior performance, adaptability to local conditions, and higher overall productivity and profitability.

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  5. The two main types of poultry breeds developed through improved breeding programs are broilers, optimized for rapid growth and meat production, and layers, designed for high egg production. These specialized breeds enhance efficiency and productivity in poultry farming.

    The two main types of poultry breeds developed through improved breeding programs are broilers, optimized for rapid growth and meat production, and layers, designed for high egg production. These specialized breeds enhance efficiency and productivity in poultry farming.

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