January 14 2026

Key Points of Data-Driven Management During the Brooding Period for Laying Hens in Battery Cages​

Brooding Phase Characteristics:​​ ​Low Body Temperature & Poor Thermoregulation:​​ Chicks have a body temperature 2-3°C lower than adults at hatch. It begins to rise slowly around day 4. Their down is sparse and skin is thin, making them unable to regulate heat early on. Therefore, maintaining warmth, especially in the early stage, is critical. ​Rapid […]

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December 25 2025

“Six Questions” for Your Battery Cage Hen Flocks in Winter​

​1. Is the Light Sufficient?​​ Winter brings shorter days and weaker sunlight, significantly impacting open-sided houses. Combined with reduced ventilation and increased dust, lighting equipment efficiency drops, especially for lower cage tiers. Therefore, prioritize winter lighting management: In open houses, use high-intensity bulbs and maintain fixed morning/evening lighting schedules. Clean bulbs daily and regularly monitor […]

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December 16 2025

Heat Stress Prevention in Modern Poultry Housing System

With the arrival of sustained high-temperature weather and high air humidity, the pressure for heatstroke prevention and cooling in ​poultry housing system​ has increased significantly. Heat stress in birds can reduce production performance and may even lead to death due to heat stroke. High temperatures can also cause weakened physiological functions and decreased immunity, allowing […]

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December 06 2025

​How to start chicken eggs business

Key Insights and Reflections on the Egg Industry from a Veteran Egg Researcher with Over a Decade of Experience​ For those exploring ​how to start chicken eggs business, it is essential to understand the following industry realities: As the layer farming industry transitions from labor-intensive to capital-intensive operations, this shift will inevitably lead to a […]

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November 19 2025

Despair in the Broiler House: The Devastating Impact of Mold on Battery Cage Hen Health​

A cloud of despair hangs over the broiler house. The chicks are listless, their growth as slow as a snail climbing a slope. More worryingly, gizzard issues strike one after another—gizzard erosion and ventriculitis have become a nightmare that haunts farmers. Despite repeated rounds of medication, the problem persists. Diarrhea adds insult to injury, with […]

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November 15 2025

Seven Key Points for Selecting Superior and Culling Inferior Laying Hens for on Cage Rearing of Poultry

As autumn arrives, older hens begin molting while new pullets start laying eggs. This is the critical season to adjust flocks and select breeding stock. Planned evaluation and culling of laying hens in ​cage rearing of Poultry systems​ can significantly improve economic returns. By identifying physiological traits, low-producing hens should be culled promptly while retaining […]

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