First time with meaties. Advice?

[jaku]

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Yes, you want BROILER feed. It should be at least 20% protein. Don't worry about starter/grower/finisher for birds that are only around 8 weeks, (although some may disagree on that,) and definitely don't give them layer crumble. The protein content isn't high enough to support the rapid growth they will be doing.

 

[paridisefarm2009]

Okay its me again
Yet another question about the meat birds
I still have not got any But I want all of my info before I get into this ..
Do those birds need a roost ? I plan on some type of coop area for protection But do they need a roost?
Seeing they probally wont be alive long enough to live in a elegant coop like my other egg layers , any and all information on this type of bird will be greatly appreciated ,
and I think this place is great ! thank you all , everybody

Jean

 

[scubaforlife]

If you are doing cornish Xs they won't roost, they are too big. Right on the ground is fine. Just make sure that if your ground gets wet in a rain storm, you go out and put straw down for them to get outta the water.