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Effect of drinking water temperature on broiler performance.

G C Harris, G S Nelson, R L Seay

    Poultry Science
    |May 11, 1975
    PubMed
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    Providing broiler chicks with cooler drinking water improved body weight gain and feed consumption. Optimal water temperatures appear to be below ambient air temperature, positively impacting broiler growth and livability.

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    Area of Science:

    • Animal Science
    • Poultry Husbandry
    • Avian Nutrition

    Background:

    • Water temperature is a critical environmental factor influencing poultry physiology and performance.
    • Previous research indicates a need to optimize water temperature for broiler production.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the effects of different drinking water temperatures on broiler growth, feed intake, feed efficiency, and livability.
    • To determine optimal water temperature ranges for broiler chicks during different growth stages.

    Main Methods:

    • Two experiments were conducted involving broiler chicks.
    • Experiment 1: Compared water temperatures of 23.9°C and 35.0°C.
    • Experiment 2: Studied six water temperatures ranging from 17.8°C to 40.6°C during the brooding period.

    Main Results:

    • Higher body weight gain and feed consumption were observed at 23.9°C compared to 35.0°C in Experiment 1.
    • Livability was reduced with warm water (35.0°C) in Experiment 1.
    • Body weight gain and feed consumption were depressed at 40.6°C in Experiment 2, with optimal results between 17.8°C and 35.0°C.

    Conclusions:

    • Drinking water temperatures below ambient air temperature appear beneficial for broiler chick growth.
    • Water temperature management, potentially influenced by waterer placement, is crucial for optimizing broiler performance and livability.

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