BV-300 Layer
 
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BV-300 Layer
 

Introduction

Continuous research and development upon BV-300 has made it a highly refined breed of excellent genetic potential and one of the best layer breeds existing in the world today. BV-300 has proved its ability to perform under various agro-climatic conditions. BV-300 is recognized as the most adaptable, consistent and prolific egg layer, thereby enjoying over 85% market share in India for the last three decades.

Profit margins in poultry business have shrunk due to the increased capital investment and the operative expenses to the producer. Hence, efficient management of BV-300 is the key to success of poultry farming.

Management guide for BV-300 commercial layers has been produced for efficient and sound management techniques. BV-300 chicks represent finest genetic package and have been bred-in for profits. However, management skill alone can realize the profits.

This guide reveals the basic principles of the layer management. Being a guide it is not a guarantee for performance. The conditions provided to the birds will only be responsible for making profit or loss.

Layer Stock Performance Specifications

Genetic Trait
Maturity Age at 50% production 150 days
Livability Growing 97 – 98%
Laying 94 – 96%
Egg Production Peak Production 97% +
No of weeks above 90% 40 +
Per hen housed (up to 72 weeks of age) 330 +
Egg Weight Average Egg Weight up to 72 weeks 58 gm
Feed Efficiency Feed/Egg (2400-2500 kcal/kg) 124 gm
Body Size 20 weeks 1.3 – 1.36 kg
72 weeks 1.6 kg
Egg Quality Shell Strength Ideal
Interior Optimum
Temperament Variety of Management Systems Easy to Handle