Alternative induced-molting methods for continuous feed withdrawal and their influence on postmolt performance of laying hens

International Journal of Poultry Science

Volumn 5, Issue 1, 2006, Pages 47-50

  Khoshoei, E Asadi ^a   Khajali, F ^a  

^a SHAHREKORD UNIVERSITY   (Iran)

Author keywords

Egg quality; Layer; Molting; Performance

Indexed keywords

AVES; GOSSYPIUM HIRSUTUM; TRITICUM AESTIVUM; ZEA MAYS;

EID: 33645782439     PISSN: 16828356     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.3923/ijps.2006.47.50     Document Type: Article

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