I have shade cloth cut to the size of coop windows. I nailed in brads at the corners of the windows. I just hook the cloth on those when I need to darken the building. It is most helpful when my NPIP testing takes place. I have to catch every bird over 4 months of age and my birds are wild. The only way I can catch them during the day is to keep them confined and catch them in the darkened building.
I've also used it to limit day length to induce an early molt.
Those are simple tasks without spending a lot of money or needing a lot of help.
I've also used it to limit day length to induce an early molt.
Those are simple tasks without spending a lot of money or needing a lot of help.