B.

Feeding Methods
- The growth performance of the pigs is not only affected by the
quantity and quality of feed given but also by the methods of
feeding.

1. Restricted Feeding. In restricted feeding, the amount of feed

given is controlled or limited to a certain amount just to satisfy
the appetite of the pig.

Advantages:
better feed conversion ratio (FCR) (lower feed cost and better
performance)
good carcass quality
better health control
less digestive problems
Disadvantages:
lower Average Daily Gain
unequal growth especially if feed trough is not long
enough to accommodate
all pigs
more laborious
less chance of coping with higher market price
2. Ad Libitum Feeding. Ad libitum feeding is feeding
without restrictions and feed is
made available anytime.
Advantages:
higher ADG is achieved
less feed competition
less laborious
C. Combination of Ad Libitum and Restricted Feeding
Pigs are fed ad libitum until they reach the weight of 50 kgs. and fed
restricted until they are
marketed.
Advantages:
higher ADG with good carcass qualify
lower feed cost
better use of good feed (better FCR)
Disadvantages:
higher possibility of digestive problems if shifting is not properly done
less control of health problems and feed intake at the start
To determine the FCR or Feed Conversion Ration we must use the
formula
below:
Feed consumed (kg)
Feed Conversion Ratio = _______________________
Gain in Weight (kg)
Broilers Requirements:
A. The following space requirements may serve
as guide
1. Day-old to three weeks - 0.3 sq.ft./chick
2. 3 weeks to 4 weeks - 0.5 sq.ft/chick
3. 5 weeks to market age - 1.0 sq.ft./bird

B. Recommended Minimum Feeding Space

Requirements
1. Day-old to 4 weeks - 2.5 to 5 cm./bird
2. 4 weeks to 8 weeks - 5 to 6.5 cm./bird
3. 9 weeks to near laying age - 7.5 to 9 cm./bird
C. Recommended Minimum Watering Space Requirements
1. Day-old to 4 weeks 0.5 cm./bird or two 1-gal. drinking fountains/100
birds
2. 4 weeks to 8 weeks 0.6 to 1 cm./bird or two 2-gal drinking
fountains/l00 birds
3. 9 weeks to near laying age 1 to 2 cm./bird or four 2-gal drinking
fountains/100
Birds

Recommended Brooding Temperature for Broilers