{"id":8852,"date":"2021-06-30T11:44:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-30T11:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/produkcja-drobiu-czyli-jak-zalozyc-ferme-drobiu\/"},"modified":"2024-11-20T12:20:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T12:20:24","slug":"how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/","title":{"rendered":"Poultry farming &#8211; how to set up a poultry farm as a successful business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Modern farms usually specialise in one field of production. The increasing demand for meat and eggs has stimulated the growth of poultry farms. How should you get started, and is it a profitable business idea? Read on to find out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-762f3c64-cdf5-4ceb-b5cc-6e515ff62e78\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#0-what-is-poultry-farming-all-about>What is poultry farming all about?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#1-type-of-poultry-farm>Type of poultry farm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#2-poultry-farms-and-key-requirements->Poultry farms and key requirements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#3-choosing-the-location-for-a-poultry-farm>Choosing the location for a poultry farm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#4-hiring-staff-for-your-poultry-farm>Hiring staff for your poultry farm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#5-necessary-tools-on-a-poultry-farm>Necessary tools on a poultry farm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/how-to-set-up-a-poultry-farm\/#6-setting-up-a-poultry-farm-summary>Setting up a poultry farm &#8211; summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-what-is-poultry-farming-all-about\">What is poultry farming all about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Poultry farms are a popular choice among people planning to become a farmer. In able to do so, you should acquire the status of a farmer or set up a commercial company. You will then need to find the right land with appropriate buildings for rent or sale, or build such buildings yourself. Starting from scratch can be a significant investment. The estimated cost of building a modern chicken coop for approx. <mdspan datatext=\"el1732105027194\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">60 thousand birds will oscillate around half-a-million pounds.<\/mdspan> Then you need to add the purchase of chicks, feed and utility bills.<\/p>\n\n\n              <div id=\"expondo-products-block_ab56ac240637a0683684d428d02ae525\" class=\"expondo-block expondo-block--products\">\n          <div class=\"expondo-block__inner-container\">\n            <ul class=\"list list--products\">\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-12-kg-10280035\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280035_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-12-kg-10280035\">\n                        Automatic Chicken Feeder &#8211; 12 kg                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-5-kg-10280040\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280040_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-5-kg-10280040\">\n                        Automatic Chicken Feeder &#8211; 5 kg                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-12-kg-footboard-980-g-10280039\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280039_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-12-kg-footboard-980-g-10280039\">\n                        Automatic Chicken Feeder &#8211; 12 kg &#8211; footboard 980 g                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-5-kg-footboard-350-g-10280038\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280038_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-automatic-chicken-feeder-5-kg-footboard-350-g-10280038\">\n                        Automatic Chicken Feeder &#8211; 5 kg &#8211; footboard 350 g                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                          <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n\n\n<p>If you have limited financial resources (or have a low credit score), then maybe this is not the best idea for you. A fruit orchard, vineyard or a small organic poultry farm could be a better choice, as they offer considerable earning potential with relatively little investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-type-of-poultry-farm\">Type of poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning a poultry farm, you should first carefully consider the exact nature of your future business. There are currently two main types of poultry farm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>egg production (mainly chickens, but also quails etc.),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>broiler breeding (chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the beginning it is better to limit yourself to one type of business, and expand once you have gained some experience. The general opinion is that meat production is somewhat less problematic than running an egg farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of industrial breeding, it&#8217;s best to limit yourself to a maximum of a few species and breeds. It is not recommended to mix different breeds (let alone species!) of broilers in one coop, because the differences between them can cause numerous behavioural problems (smaller breeds might not be allowed near the feed), as well as with the later sale of broilers &#8211; the birds may vary greatly in weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The same applies to laying hens, as eggshells are white in the case of some breeds and coloured in the case of others. This is important to avoid later having to sort the different types of eggs. You should also bear in mind the local preferences of your recipients, because depending on the region or country there can be different expectations regarding the colour of the eggshells. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-poultry-farms-and-key-requirements-\"><mdspan datatext=\"el1732105050689\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">Poultry farms and key requirements<\/mdspan><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An extremely important issue to remember is the environmental impact of your investment. If you plan to set up a farm in a protected area (or in its vicinity), the Department for Environment, Food &amp; Rural Affairs or the local authorities may block the investment. Therefore, a formal decision should be obtained first. Running such a business should also be reported to the Health Protection Agency, and the farm should also undergo regular veterinary inspections. The key requirements are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>construction of an installation for pre-treatment of melted snow and rainwater,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>construction of drainage tanks for water used to clean the chicken coops,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>specifying the number of poultry (must comply with the regulations),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>presentation of the breeding method,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>providing two outward-opening emergency exits in each building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The distance between the farm and buildings depends on the number of so-called animal units. In the case of large chicken farms, it should be at least 500m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of larger investments, conducting public consultations will also be necessary. To this regard, bear in mind that conflicts with the local community are more than likely to arise if you plan to build a large poultry farm in a touristic location or near non-agricultural housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-choosing-the-location-for-a-poultry-farm\">Choosing the location for a poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An important issue when planning to set up a poultry business is therefore selecting the right location. You should also analyse the profitability of running a farm in a given location. Your market is extremely important &#8211; the presence of processing plants nearby or the possibility to easily transport your products (eggs, broilers) to distributors. The farm should be located as close as possible to the above aspects, with easy access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The smaller the farm, the more important your transport costs will be. Very large farms, with their own fleet of vehicles, can afford lower margins and transport their own products, even to distant locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-hiring-staff-for-your-poultry-farm\">Hiring staff for your poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The local labour market should also be taken into account when choosing the location. Medium-sized farms usually employ a few people, but large farms producing several million broilers a year will usually need 20-30 employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you do not need any special qualifications to work in a poultry farm, due to its specific nature finding the right staff is not always easy. If your farm is located far from a village or city, with difficult access, then you might want to consider providing accommodation. If necessary, you will then also be available to hire temporary staff &#8211; e.g. from other countries. In the case of issues finding the right staff, you can use the services of specialised employment agencies that recruit this type of employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also consider whether, instead of hiring a full-time vet, you could cooperate with specialised agencies that have been offering such services for many years. This could turn out to be a much cheaper solution, with equally professional and comprehensive veterinary care. The same applies to accounting services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-necessary-tools-on-a-poultry-farm\">Necessary tools on a poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An egg or broiler farm is much more than just the buildings. It is extremely important to ensure you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/agricultural-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mdspan datatext=\"el1732104961293\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">the appropriate farming equipment<\/mdspan><\/a>. The following equipment is a basic requirement for any poultry farm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>feed mixers,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>feeders,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>drinkers,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>specialised lighting,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>temperature regulating systems,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to operate a chick production business, you will need egg incubators and chick sexing facilities. On some farms it may also be necessary to install specialised ovens for disposing of dead poultry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An egg farm, on the other hand, will often require special refrigeration rooms for long-term storage of eggs and equipment for stamping the shells.<\/p>\n\n\n              <div id=\"expondo-products-block_ef8a6d689089d139b2aa71f2508dc2de\" class=\"expondo-block expondo-block--products\">\n          <div class=\"expondo-block__inner-container\">\n            <ul class=\"list list--products\">\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-chicken-plucker-2-200-w-approx-900-kg-hr-10280022\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280022_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-chicken-plucker-2-200-w-approx-900-kg-hr-10280022\">\n                        Chicken Plucker &#8211; 2,200 W &#8211; approx. 900 kg\/hr                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                              <ins>1,102.00&nbsp;GBP<\/ins>\n                    <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-chicken-plucker-1-500-w-540-kg-hr-10280021\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280021_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-chicken-plucker-1-500-w-540-kg-hr-10280021\">\n                        Chicken Plucker &#8211; 1,500 W &#8211; 540 kg\/hr                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-2-in-1-chicken-plucker-chicken-scalder-drum-60-cm-5-6-chickens-per-min-10280051\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280051_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-2-in-1-chicken-plucker-chicken-scalder-drum-60-cm-5-6-chickens-per-min-10280051\">\n                        2-in-1 Chicken Plucker &amp; Chicken Scalder &#8211; drum 60 cm &#8211; 5 &#8211; 6 chickens per min                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                              <li class=\"item\">\n                  <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-2-in-1-chicken-plucker-chicken-scalder-drum-50-cm-2-3-chickens-per-min-10280049\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.expondo.com\/asset\/product_photos\/10280049_photo_1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\" \/>\n                  <\/a>\n                  <strong class=\"title\">\n                    <a href=\"\/wiesenfield-2-in-1-chicken-plucker-chicken-scalder-drum-50-cm-2-3-chickens-per-min-10280049\">\n                        2-in-1 Chicken Plucker &amp; Chicken Scalder &#8211; drum 50 cm &#8211; 2 &#8211; 3 chickens per min                    <\/a>\n                  <\/strong>\n\n                                      <span class=\"price\">\n                                          <\/span>\n                                  <\/li>\n                          <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-setting-up-a-poultry-farm-summary\">Setting up a poultry farm &#8211; summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Industrial poultry farming requires significant investments. The most important issues industry beginners face are also choosing the right location, type of farm, species and breed of birds, as well as setting up a client base and employing staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that broiler production is generally more predictable (demand is continually growing) and profitable. However, there may be random unpredictable situations such as an outbreak of bird flu. This applies also to other types of agriculture and animal husbandry, such as the production of honey or pigs, which is also often disrupted by epidemics of infectious diseases. Therefore, in order to minimize the risk of losses, it is absolutely necessary that you follow all hygiene regulations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Modern farms usually specialise in one field of production. The increasing demand for meat and eggs&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":7265,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_sb_is_suggestion_mode":false,"_sb_show_suggestion_boards":false,"_sb_show_comment_boards":false,"_sb_suggestion_history":"","_sb_update_block_changes":"","ub_ctt_via":"","rank_math_lock_modified_date":false,"_strive_post_notes":"323\n\n#1\nplease adjust for local market - 60 thousand birds will oscillate around half-a-million pounds\n\n#2\nPoultry farms and key requirements - Please adjust this segment for local market (when you do DE, it would be great if you could add comment with paragraph about AT also, thanks!)\n\n#3\nhttps:\/\/www.expondo.de\/landwirtschaftsbedarf\/\n\nhttps:\/\/www.expondo.se\/lantbruk\/\n\nhttps:\/\/www.expondo.it\/attrezzature-agricole\/","footnotes":""},"categories":[2826],"tags":[],"promotion":[2923],"class_list":["post-8852","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-agriculture","promotion-farmers-day-lp-uk"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chicken-farm.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"expondo expert","author_link":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/author\/expondo\/"},"reading_time":"7","author_thumbnail":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d7ef9c1b9fea077fcd3f5ab668a23f70?s=96&d=mm&r=g","excerpt_full":"\n<p><strong>Modern farms usually specialise in one field of production. The increasing demand for meat and eggs has stimulated the growth of poultry farms. How should you get started, and is it a profitable business idea? Read on to find out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-what-is-poultry-farming-all-about\">What is poultry farming all about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Poultry farms are a popular choice among people planning to become a farmer. In able to do so, you should acquire the status of a farmer or set up a commercial company. You will then need to find the right land with appropriate buildings for rent or sale, or build such buildings yourself. Starting from scratch can be a significant investment. The estimated cost of building a modern chicken coop for approx. <mdspan datatext=\"el1732105027194\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">60 thousand birds will oscillate around half-a-million pounds.<\/mdspan> Then you need to add the purchase of chicks, feed and utility bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you have limited financial resources (or have a low credit score), then maybe this is not the best idea for you. A fruit orchard, vineyard or a small organic poultry farm could be a better choice, as they offer considerable earning potential with relatively little investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-type-of-poultry-farm\">Type of poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning a poultry farm, you should first carefully consider the exact nature of your future business. There are currently two main types of poultry farm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the beginning it is better to limit yourself to one type of business, and expand once you have gained some experience. The general opinion is that meat production is somewhat less problematic than running an egg farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of industrial breeding, it's best to limit yourself to a maximum of a few species and breeds. It is not recommended to mix different breeds (let alone species!) of broilers in one coop, because the differences between them can cause numerous behavioural problems (smaller breeds might not be allowed near the feed), as well as with the later sale of broilers - the birds may vary greatly in weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-poultry-farms-and-key-requirements-\"><mdspan datatext=\"el1732105050689\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">Poultry farms and key requirements<\/mdspan><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An extremely important issue to remember is the environmental impact of your investment. If you plan to set up a farm in a protected area (or in its vicinity), the Department for Environment, Food &amp; Rural Affairs or the local authorities may block the investment. Therefore, a formal decision should be obtained first. Running such a business should also be reported to the Health Protection Agency, and the farm should also undergo regular veterinary inspections. The key requirements are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The distance between the farm and buildings depends on the number of so-called animal units. In the case of large chicken farms, it should be at least 500m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of larger investments, conducting public consultations will also be necessary. To this regard, bear in mind that conflicts with the local community are more than likely to arise if you plan to build a large poultry farm in a touristic location or near non-agricultural housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-choosing-the-location-for-a-poultry-farm\">Choosing the location for a poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An important issue when planning to set up a poultry business is therefore selecting the right location. You should also analyse the profitability of running a farm in a given location. Your market is extremely important - the presence of processing plants nearby or the possibility to easily transport your products (eggs, broilers) to distributors. The farm should be located as close as possible to the above aspects, with easy access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The smaller the farm, the more important your transport costs will be. Very large farms, with their own fleet of vehicles, can afford lower margins and transport their own products, even to distant locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-hiring-staff-for-your-poultry-farm\">Hiring staff for your poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The local labour market should also be taken into account when choosing the location. Medium-sized farms usually employ a few people, but large farms producing several million broilers a year will usually need 20-30 employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you do not need any special qualifications to work in a poultry farm, due to its specific nature finding the right staff is not always easy. If your farm is located far from a village or city, with difficult access, then you might want to consider providing accommodation. If necessary, you will then also be available to hire temporary staff - e.g. from other countries. In the case of issues finding the right staff, you can use the services of specialised employment agencies that recruit this type of employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also consider whether, instead of hiring a full-time vet, you could cooperate with specialised agencies that have been offering such services for many years. This could turn out to be a much cheaper solution, with equally professional and comprehensive veterinary care. The same applies to accounting services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-necessary-tools-on-a-poultry-farm\">Necessary tools on a poultry farm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An egg or broiler farm is much more than just the buildings. It is extremely important to ensure you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/agricultural-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mdspan datatext=\"el1732104961293\" class=\"mdspan-comment\">the appropriate farming equipment<\/mdspan><\/a>. The following equipment is a basic requirement for any poultry farm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to operate a chick production business, you will need egg incubators and chick sexing facilities. On some farms it may also be necessary to install specialised ovens for disposing of dead poultry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An egg farm, on the other hand, will often require special refrigeration rooms for long-term storage of eggs and equipment for stamping the shells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-setting-up-a-poultry-farm-summary\">Setting up a poultry farm - summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Industrial poultry farming requires significant investments. The most important issues industry beginners face are also choosing the right location, type of farm, species and breed of birds, as well as setting up a client base and employing staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that broiler production is generally more predictable (demand is continually growing) and profitable. However, there may be random unpredictable situations such as an outbreak of bird flu. This applies also to other types of agriculture and animal husbandry, such as the production of honey or pigs, which is also often disrupted by epidemics of infectious diseases. Therefore, in order to minimize the risk of losses, it is absolutely necessary that you follow all hygiene regulations.<\/p>\n","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8852"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8852"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8852\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":91503,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8852\/revisions\/91503"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7265"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8852"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8852"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8852"},{"taxonomy":"promotion","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.expondo.co.uk\/inspirations\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/promotion?post=8852"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}