The question shouldn't actually be which system is more efficient, but which system can work more efficiently in a particular operation. If managed properly, most of these systems can achieve the desired results, and integrators usually want to install the latest technology to improve performance, and the simplest technology that is done correctly is equally effective.
Of course, some systems require more labor than others. At this time, choosing a feed system that maximizes efficiency while achieving expected results becomes a business decision.
There is no fully automated feeding system. Some systems can be programmed to operate in a certain way, but still require human supervision to operate effectively. There is no such thing as "autopilot" in the chicken. As managers, we tend to assume that things should be like this, without actually verifying how our procedures are performed in the chicken coop.
What is the purpose of the feeding system in a limited animal feeding operation? The feeding system allows a large number of animals to be fed in a short period of time so that each animal can get the feed distributed on the day. The goal is to give every chicken an equal opportunity to eat the same amount of feed at the same time. This is the concept of any feeding system.
The consistency of the flock throughout its life cycle is essential to maximize the potential of any chicken breed. The more uniform the flock, the more consistent the results. The more consistent the results, the higher the repeatability and effectiveness of a particular procedure.
The uniformity of the flock begins with the amount and amount of food consumed by a bird each day. Let us assume that the nutritional base and quality of the feed is the level it should be. The next step is to evenly distribute these nutrients to the birds.
Insufficient feeder space and poor feed distribution are the two main reasons for poor chicken uniformity. Good uniformity in the feeding cycle is usually when /-10% of the flocks reach 70-80% of the average weight of the required weight standard. Flocks below 70% will start to be unfavorable, which will affect the production cycle; flocks above 80% usually perform better.
Similarly, if managed properly, most systems can be very effective, but no system is perfect. In a perfect world, we might feed each bird individually-but in reality this is not feasible at all. This is where we rely on equipment and humanity.
As the flock manager, we must decide on the spot what is best for our chickens. This happens only when we are in the chicken coop observing the operation of our equipment and monitoring how the birds react.
We can see fluctuations in the uniformity on the paper, but how does our feeding system operate every day? Is the feed evenly distributed every day? Does every bird on the system have a place to eat? Is the breeder aware of the plan? If something goes wrong, can he or she understand the feeding system to make adjustments or ask for help?
How long is the cleaning time, whether the feeder is too high or too low, whether there is a malfunction, whether there is a feed leak... This list is still going on, but these cannot be managed by monitoring a flock a week.
Hands-on operations are required when raising animals. We make decisions based on data, but we can never let human factors disappear. We must trust our data through verification in the chicken coop.
The best feeding system is a properly managed system.
Separate male and female feeders when mixing
Feed form-paste, lumps or pellets
Timely feed distribution-chain feeder in less than three minutes
The preference of the system depends on:
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