14 Floor Systems Rearing Production 0–3 weeks from 3 weeks onwards STOCKING DENSITY Floor Aviary 15–20 chicks/m² usable space 18–20 chicks/m² usable space 8–10 pullets/m² usable space 15–18 pullets/m² usable space 6–9 birds/m² usable space 13–15 birds/m² usable space WATER Nipple Drinker space 12–15 chicks 0.8 cm/chick 10–12 pullets 0.8–1 cm/chick 8–10 birds 1 cm/chick FEEDER SPACE 2.5–5 cm/chick 5–8 cm/pullet 10–12 cm/bird Cage Systems Rearing Production 0–3 weeks from 3 weeks onwards STOCKING DENSITY 200–400 cm² 400–600/cm² 750–800 birds/cm² WATER 12–15 chicks/nipple 10–12 pullets/nipple 8–10 birds/nipple FEEDER SPACE 2.5–5 cm/chick 5–8 cm/pullet 10–12 cm/bird Nest Space SINGLE NEST 4–7 hens/Single Nest GROUP NEST 100–120 hens/m² Group Nest AS A GERNERAL GUIDE LOHMANN › MANAGEMENT GUIDE › HOUSING SYSTEMS These general guidelines establish best practices, which should be adapted to align with the legal, regulatory, and specific standards of each country, region and individual requirements. In hot climates, provide extra space, such as lower stocking density, improved ventilation, and adequate drinker and feeder access to reduce heat stress and maintain bird comfort, health, and performance.
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