Chicken Production

What country is the number 2 chicken producer in the state?

• China

• USA

• Brazil

• Indonesia

How long are eggs in incubation on average?

• 23-24 days

• 19-20 days

• 20-21 days

• 18-19 days

Which state is the highest producer of poultry in the US?

• Iowa

• Indiana

• Ohio

• Georgia

What are the main ingredients in chicken feed?

• Grains, vegetables, fruit, and seeds

• Cracked corn, cereal, fat and oil, protein meal

• Soy, wheat, fishmeal, and greens

• Barley, oats, insects, and herbs

What is the main purpose of a hatchery in the poultry production process?

• To process the meat

• To incubate the eggs

• To feed the chickens

• To breed the chickens

At what age are laying hens ususally replaced in commercial production?

• After 1 year

• After 2 years

• After 3 years

• After 4 years

Which type of hen farming allows hens to roam outside?

• Caged farming

• Free roaming

• Free range

• Organic farming

True or False

The ideal hours of light needed to maximum egg production is 8-10 hours.

• True

• False

True or False

Breeder farms begin a typically 45-week flock cycle.

• True

• False

True or False

Pullet farms are used for breeding.

• True

• False