Two trials were conducted to determine the normal feed and water consumption of broiler chicks from placement to 21 days of age. Daily intakes were determined on straight-run chicks. Mash feed and water were supplied ad libitum. Prediction equations for feed and water consumption on a per chick basis were generated: FD = .37 + 3.546 (A) FC = 9.66 + .5056 (A) + 1.8355 (A2) WD = 9.73 + 6.142 (A) WC = 21.41 + 9.064 (A) + 3.193 (A2) Where FD = daily feed intake (grams); FC = cumulative feed intake (grams); WD = daily water intake (grams); WC = cumulative water intake (grams); and A = age (days). Results are intended to establish a baseline by which researchers can calculate the amount of feed and water that will be consumed daily and cumulatively during the starter period.
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