"Chicks; Hatching and Rearing" is a manual written by Harold Alvah Nourse that provides detailed instructions on all aspects of raising chickens.
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The book covers everything from incubating eggs to marketing broilers and roasting chickens, making it an essential guide for anyone interested in poultry farming.
The book begins with a thorough explanation of the incubation process, including the different types of incubators available and the best practices for hatching healthy chicks. Nourse provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and maintaining an incubator, as well as tips for troubleshooting common problems that may arise during the incubation process.
Once the chicks have hatched, the book delves into the intricacies of brooding and feeding. Nourse offers advice on creating the ideal brooding environment, including temperature and humidity control, as well as recommendations for feeding and watering young chicks to ensure optimal growth and development.
As the chicks grow, Nourse provides guidance on housing and managing them to promote health and productivity. He discusses the importance of proper ventilation, lighting, and space requirements for chickens at different stages of development, as well as strategies for preventing and treating common diseases and parasites.
In addition to raising healthy layers, Nourse also covers the process of fattening and marketing broilers for meat production. He offers insights into feeding and managing broilers for rapid growth and optimal meat quality, as well as tips for processing and selling chickens for maximum profit.
Overall, "Chicks; Hatching and Rearing" is a valuable resource for both novice and experienced poultry farmers looking to improve their skills and maximize their success in raising chickens. Nourse's clear and practical instructions make this book an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of poultry farming.
Date : 1918
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