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Poultry Production Guide for a 500 Layer Operation

M. V. Duguies and V. T. Artero

  • 17 pages
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A step-by-step guide to running a small commercial layer flock for egg production. It covers the stages of production, housing, feeding, record-keeping, and marketing, with charts to track expenses and sales.

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