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CATCHING PROCEDURESherwin Camba (UP College of Vet Med)
Introduction Feed withdrawal
8-12 hours before processingTo empty the digestive tract To reduce carcass contamination
Minimal effect of feed withdrawal in live weight
Catching ProceduresPreparationWater must be available until the start of catchingLighting should be dimmed at the time of catching
If not feasible, use blue or green lights to calm the birds
Remove or raise all equipment that may interfere with the catch crew
Catching ProceduresCatching procedures should be done at night
Birds are less activeCareful management of the ventilation system is needed during catching
To ensure adequate house ventilation
Catching ProceduresIf there is time between loads, turn up the lights, replace the water and gently walk through the birdsWelfare considerations is important
To minimize bruising and downgradesStockman should be present to supervise
Catching ProceduresDark strip curtains hung over the doors
Block out light during daytime catchingAllows birds to remain quiet Facilitate better ventilationReduce bird stressDiminish risk of piling
Birds should be placed in clean crates or modulesRecommended density should be appliedDensities should be reduced in summer months
POSSIBLE CAUSES OF DOWN GRADES IN
THE
PROCESSING PLANTS
Too high stocking densityScratchingBruisingBroken limbsBlisters
HockBreast
Feeding system break downScratching
Incorrect lighting programScratching
High light intensityScratching
Aggressive movement by stockman
ScratchingBruisingBroken limbs
Poor featheringScratchingBlisters
HockBreast
Aggressive catchingScratchingBruisingBroken limbsBlisters
HockBreast
Poor litterBlisters
HockBreast
Incorrect NutritionScratchingBroken limbsBlisters
HockBreast
Plucking MachinesBroken limbs
VentilationScratchingBlisters
HockBreast
Drinker ManagementBlisters
HockBreast
References THANK YOU Cobb Broiler
Manual