Deep litter method okay in humid hot climate?

[chickengeorgeto]

It works pretty good in the panhandle where it is much more humid and is just as hot. If it does get wet and you're worried about it, just turn it over every day till it drys back out. The birds love kicking and scratching around in it. With the way chickens kick it around, you might not have to turn it, they will turn it if it gets wet.

If the coop is roofed and dry inside it won't take much to care for the litter if you are using the deep litter method. With dry litter simply toss some mixed feed (pellets, shelled corn, and a little scratch) widely into the litter and let the hens and roosters turn over the shavings for you. It is not only easier for you but good exercise for your birds. Chickens that exercise regularly are happier and don't miss free ranging as much.
Not to mention that good health demands that your chickens exercise daily. There is also less joint stress on chickens who fly down from their perches and land on a bed of deep litter.

Shavings are available in bales or by the ton so don't skimp, about 8 inches of new pine shavings is just ADEQUATE!

8 inches of shavings can last months if not longer, but litter that stays wet will encourage bumble foot.

 

[daniduck]

We used the deep litter method in s. Florida. Worked great for us even as wet as it gets, I really never had trouble with it. I will say we never had a hurricane though, and of course everything is going to be soaked then.