How to Improve FCR

Why FCR Matters

FCR represents ~70% of your total production cost. A small improvement from 1.65 to 1.60 can increase your profit by ₹5,00,000 in a large operation.

Top 5 Ways to Improve

1. Feed Quality: Use high-quality pre-starter crumbles for the first 10 days. This sets the gut health for the entire cycle.
2. Feeder Management: Adjust feeder height daily so the rim is at the back-level of the birds. This prevents birds from scratching feed out onto the litter.
3. Water Sanitation: Use acidifiers and chlorination. Dirty water causes intestinal thickening, which reduces feed absorption by up to 10%.
4. Climate Control: Activate fans and foggers at 28°C. Birds use energy to cool themselves; keeping them comfortable redirects that energy to growth.
5. Litter Maintenance: Keep litter dry. Wet litter increases ammonia, which damages the respiratory system and worsens FCR.

Warning Signs

• Feed intake is normal but weight gain is low.
• Wet litter near waterers.
• Feed dust visible on the floor.