The Effect of Temperature During the Growing Period on Broiler Performance

Abstract

Data are presented concerning the effect of environmental temperature during the growing period on broiler performance so that industry would have guidelines for economic evaluations when decisions are made concerning broiler house modifications and fuel or feed use. Normal body weight gain was attained for broilers reared in the lower temperature regimes when compared to broilers reared in a 21.1 C temperature; however, feed conversion increases for the lower temperature-reared groups. Growth rate was lower for broilers reared at a simulated summer temperature regime than for those reared at 21.1 C.