Study: Day length during brooding did not impact broiler performance

<p>Extended day length during the brooding period is thought to benefit broilers’ long-term performance and well-being. However, a University of Georgia study has re-evaluated that idea and found no detrimental impact of dark periods applied during that early production phase.  <br/><br/>Chapters:<br/>0:00 Intro<br/>0:10 Brian Fairchild, PhD, University of Georgia<br/>0:23 Does adding a dark period help baby chicks?<br/>2:47 4-hour dark period evaluated<br/>4:14 No disadvantage in providing chicks a dark period<br/><br/>________________________________________________<br/>Poultry Health Today is a news publication sponsored by Zoetis designed to bring broiler, layer and turkey producers the latest news and insights on poultry health, welfare, performance and sustainability. <br/><br/>Visit us at PoultryHealthToday.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. <br/><br/>For more on our sponsor, visit Zoetis.com.</p>