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HOW TO REDUCE HEAT IN THE LAYING HENS COTTAGE Heat is one of the main enemies of poultry production. Heat stress caused by high temperatures causes numerous losses to free-range poultry farming, such as loss of egg quality, reduction in feed consumption, drop in weight gain, worsening feed conversion and can lead to feather pecking (cannibalism). The temperature in the production shed should be between 18-25°C and the relative humidity should be 40-60%. Adopting a set of factors, just one isolated action will not solve the problem: Planting trees in the surrounding area, keeping them low-cut, prioritizing perennial species. Assertive construction of the shed in terms of height, width, length,... Use of equipment such as fans and nebulizers. It is possible to run a hose along the ridge of the shed, install shade in the external area (near the shed), improve air circulation, paint the roof tiles... www.escoladeavicultores.com