Many families are interested in producing their own broilers for home consumption. It may cost more to raise broilers than to buy them at the supermarket, but the recreation and satisfaction derived offset the slightly higher cost. In addition, manure and litter from the broiler enterprise can be used to fertilize the family garden and flower beds.
Expensive, elaborate housing and equipment are not necessary. However, a clean, dry structure that will protect broilers from predators, cold and rain, and that can be well ventilated, is required. A brooder or heat lamps to warm the chicks and feeding and watering equipment also are needed. Attention to detail and close adherence to the instructions in this publication are essential if healthy, good quality broilers are to be produced.
