Bird behaviour is the only real way of determining if ventilation is correct
Aviagen produces new technical guide on ventilationAdequate ventilation ensures bird comfort, optimal biological performance, and bird health and welfare. The ventilation requirements of the bird changes as it grows, and with climatic conditions; ranging from providing a minimum amount of fresh air (regardless of outside temperature) in cold weather, to creating high air speed to keep birds comfortable during hot and/or humid conditions.
The Essential Ventilation Booklet has been written using the expertise of internal ventilation specialists and provides the essential knowledge required to maintain bird comfort when using either minimal, transitional or tunnel ventilation. The booklet has been designed to be the go to document for all your ventilation needs. Covering the key aspects of how to manage each of the 3 ventilation modes and importantly focusing on bird behaviour as the key indicator of bird comfort and adequate ventilation.