(a) State three factors which could affect the hatchability of specimen J (Egg). (b)(i) Mention four operations that should be carried out on the first day ...

Answer Details

(a) Three factors affecting the hatchability of specimen J (egg)

• Fertility of the egg (whether it was fertilised).
• Correct temperature of incubation.
• Correct humidity (and regular turning of the eggs).

(b)(i) Four operations on the first day of production of specimen K (chick)

• Provide warmth by brooding (source of heat).
• Give clean water containing glucose or vitamins.
• Provide feed (chick starter mash).
• Vaccinate against Marek's disease and count and inspect the chicks.

(b)(ii) Three diseases for which specimen K requires vaccination before six weeks old

• Newcastle disease.
• Gumboro (infectious bursal disease).
• Fowl pox.

(c)(i) Type of housing unit for rearing chicks on arrival

A brooder house (brooder).

(c)(ii) Four equipment required in the brooder

• Source of heat (brooder lamp or stove).
• Feeders.
• Drinkers (waterers).
• Litter and a chick guard (with a thermometer).