You’re feeding right.
Your chicks are healthy.
But somehow, the weight isn’t matching the feed.
Your FCR is rising — and you don’t know why.
That’s because some problems are not visible to the naked eye.
They hide inside your shed, routines, and small habits.
Let’s reveal the top 7 hidden factors that silently kill your feed efficiency.
🧩 1. Feeder Height Not Adjusted
Birds struggle to eat if the feeder is too low or too high.
They waste feed or eat less — both raise your FCR.
Fix it: Adjust feeder height as birds grow. A simple habit, massive impact.
🧩 2. Inconsistent Feeding Time
Skipping or delaying feeding affects digestion and behavior.
Your birds eat too fast or too slow — and that messes with conversion.
Fix it: Stick to fixed feeding intervals. Train your farm staff on discipline.
🧩 3. Low Water Pressure or Quality
Dirty, hot, or low-pressure water reduces feed intake.
You won’t notice until weight drops.
Fix it: Clean drinkers daily. Test water pressure. Monitor intake ratios.
🧩 4. Unnoticed Shed Temperature Swings
Temperature affects feed intake and metabolism.
If it's too hot or too cold — birds eat less or gain slower.
Fix it: Invest in thermometers. Record shed temps. Fix airflow issues.
🧩 5. Old or Oxidized Feed
If feed is stored too long, its nutritional value drops.
Birds eat more to get less — and your cost goes up.
Fix it: Rotate feed stock. Keep moisture out. Buy fresh in batches.
🧩 6. Supervisor Not Visiting Sheds Daily
If no one is watching, things slip.
Feeders overflow. Water leaks. Birds get stressed.
Fix it: Make daily shed visits mandatory. Keep a checklist.
🧩 7. No Real-Time FCR Monitoring
You can’t fix what you can’t track.
Most farms realize their FCR is high only after harvest — when it’s too late.
Fix it: Use a simple FCR tracking sheet daily.
Compare feed usage vs. weight gain. Adjust mid-batch — not post-batch.
🎯 Summary: Small Fixes = Big Results
These 7 small habits might seem minor — but together, they decide your profit per kg.
The best farms don’t wait for bad results — they watch for small signs daily.
