ASSEMBLY OF A GRANGE WITH 500 LAYERS EMBRAPA 051

Abstract

Embrapa 051 colonial laying hens are hybrids, the result of crossing Rhode Island Red with Plymouth Rock White breeds. These birds are specific for the production of brown shell eggs, as they are more rustic than the others, they adapt better to less intensive systems. Adequate facilities must be considered and respecting their location, which must always be from east to west, to maintain animal welfare, providing a balanced diet, always of good quality, as well as water, always clean and fresh, with maintenance always up to date. Maintenance and cleaning must always accompany the facilities to avoid the infestation of rodents and other animals that could harm the birds and eggs. The objective of this study is to gather and organize important information for the producer, which will help in his enterprise.