[Lucy Kamau, Banana Estate Nairobi]Dear Ms Kamau,Broiler chickens are mainly raised in intensive deep litter systems, where they are kept indoors and provided with comfortable conditions in form of dry litter, good ventilation, spacious accommodation, natural lights and good nutrition. Wet litter can only occur when something has gone wrong with your management system, environment, or the health of the flock. Hot ambient temperatures may also stimulate heavy water intake leading to wet litter. Leaking watering system or spillage may also be the reason behind wet litter. Avoid too salty feed or water, as it will result in unsatiable thirst, hence excessive water consumption leading to wet litter.

Source: Standard Digital May 09, 2021 09:56 UTC