Step by Step of the 8 Weeks Bird (Broilers)

Research: Learn about broiler breeds, feed types, diseases, and management practices.
Capital: Secure sufficient funds for initial setup (housing, equipment, chicks, feed, etc.).
Location: Choose a well-ventilated, accessible, and secure location for the poultry house.

Housing Size: Ensure the space allows for at least 1 square foot per bird. Overcrowding leads to stress and poor growth.
Ventilation: The house must be well-ventilated to avoid the buildup of harmful gases.
Lighting: Provide adequate light, as broilers need light for feeding and growth.
Temperature Control: Use heaters or lamps to maintain a temperature of 32-34°C (90-93°F) during the first week, reducing it by 2-3°C per week until it reaches 21°C (70°F).

Feeders and Drinkers: Proper feeding and watering equipment to ensure chicks can access feed and water easily.
Heaters/Brooders: Especially crucial during the chicks’ early days (brooding phase).
Litter (Bedding): Use dry and absorbent material (sawdust, wood shavings) for bedding to keep the birds warm and comfortable.

Source Healthy Chicks: Buy from reputable hatcheries to avoid disease and poor-quality chicks.
Vaccination: Ensure the chicks are vaccinated against common diseases (Marek’s disease, Newcastle disease).

Temperature Control: Maintain a warm environment to prevent chilling, which can lead to poor growth or death.
Feeding: Provide chick starter feed that is rich in protein (20-24%). Fresh feed should be available at all times.
Water: Keep clean water available with added vitamins or electrolytes for hydration and boosting immunity.

Temperature: Gradually reduce heating as the birds grow.
Feed Transition: Switch to broiler grower feed with slightly less protein (18-21%) as they grow larger.
Water: Ensure constant clean water supply. Replace water regularly to prevent contamination.
Health Monitoring: Watch for signs of illness (diarrhea, loss of appetite, abnormal behavior), and separate sick birds to avoid spreading diseases.

Feed: Introduce broiler finisher feed (16-18% protein) to ensure proper growth and prepare birds for market.
Weight Monitoring: Regularly weigh birds to check if they’re reaching market weight.
Lighting: Provide adequate light to ensure they continue eating and growing efficiently.

Vaccination Program: Follow the recommended vaccination schedule for broilers to prevent diseases like Gumboro and Newcastle disease.
Biosecurity: Restrict visitors, sanitize equipment, and minimize human traffic to avoid introducing diseases.
Litter Management: Change bedding regularly to keep the environment clean and dry.

Live Sales or Processing: Decide whether you will sell live birds or process them for meat.
Packaging and Distribution: If processing, package the meat according to market standards and distribute to your buyers.

Cleaning and Disinfection: After selling your flock, clean and disinfect the broiler house thoroughly to prepare for the next batch.
Record Keeping: Maintain records of expenses, growth rates, and sales to track profitability and areas for improvement.