Quick Question

[Bakbuk]

Howdy y’all! I was wondering- how much space is recommended per chick in a brooder?
Thanks!

 

[Brooks_]

I've wondered that myself. I mostly use the eye test.

 

[Bakbuk]

I've wondered that myself. I mostly use the eye test.

What’s that?

 

[Brooks_]

When it looks good or too crowded.

Like when I integrated the first time, I knew some pecking was to be expected. I didn't know much more, but I knew what was too much when I saw it.

 

[3KillerBs]

IIRC, it's 1/2 square foot each for the first week, then 1 square foot each, then up to 2 square feet each by 4-6 weeks, and same as adults by about 12 weeks.

 

[Bakbuk]

IIRC, it's 1/2 square foot each for the first week, then 1 square foot each, then up to 2 square feet each by 4-6 weeks, and same as adults by about 12 weeks.

Thanks!