Beat the Heat: Smart Poultry Farm Management for Summer from Dr. Ram

• Bilaspur's Dr. Ram Ottalwar shares essential tips for poultry farm management during summer to combat rising temperatures and prevent diseases.
• High temperatures increase heat stress, reduce appetite, and raise mortality rates in chickens; temperature control in sheds is crucial.
• Install sprinklers, wet burlap on roofs, and ensure proper ventilation to maintain balanced internal temperatures.
• Feed chickens a limited amount of onions to reduce heat effects and provide a light, balanced diet; give electrolyte or salt-jaggery water to prevent dehydration.
• Prevent diarrhea and bacterial infections through hygiene, timely antibiotics, regular monitoring, and immediate veterinary consultation for sick birds.