Poultry

Categories of Chicken

  • Broilers: These chickens are ideal for their high growth rate and are raised for meat specifically. These breeds can be slaughtered at only 8 weeks old.
  • Layers: This bird is grown for egg laying, contributing to egg and egg powder markets. These breeds start laying at about 6 months old, and produce over 250 eggs a year.
  • Cockerels: This includes other breeds of chicken grown just for meat. Though they don't grow as fast, they can adapt to different environments well, which is helpful when transporting them. Their meat has a popular taste as well, and is in ....
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