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  1. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    Here’s an idea of my intended set up. I placed gutters on the sides and back wall with 3 supports each, and added a shelf that can be used as a step to discourage them from climbing in (but they will anyway). When the wheels are engaged the feeders and supports clear the ground. I’m using this...
  2. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    I appreciate your ideas, thx
  3. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    My original gutter feeder plan was to suspend from ceiling, but in a trial filled with 6 lb feed the units tipped. My ideal water setup will be an enclosed system to keep it cleaner because my work schedule will only allow me to tend early morning and evenings, and the pasture has no close...
  4. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    That’s a great idea and what I’m thinking about doing now. If I use 1 or 1/2 inch PVC at a length of 4-5 feet each side that should allow for enough space. My gutter feeders line the walls, too. Maybe the 1 inch pipe having the bucket about 8 inches above pipe would allow enough pressure to get...
  5. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    I will have them on grass, moving daily. I will keep the tractor hitched to an ATV to move it. My plan is to fill feeders and waterers after I move the unit each morning. The water buckets will be bungeed in place to prevent tipping and I will just refill where they are.
  6. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    Wow, that really put things into perspective for me. Thank you so much. I will need to rethink on how to add a 3rd waterer.
  7. NorthwoodsChick

    Watering Cornish cross

    Hi. First time with cornish x and nearly done with tractor build. I will have 30 in a 6x10 hoop style mobile tractor. I have feeders and security handled already but need guidance on watering. I’ve planned for two 5 gal buckets with autofill cups to offer better hydration than horizontal nipple...
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