Split House Feeding for Stress Reduction During Broiler Thinning

BroilerNet factsheet on split house feeding to reduce stress during thinning, detailing a system that allows continuous feeding in the rear section of the barn during partial depopulation, improving bird welfare and operational efficiency. The setup uses five feed lines divided by a metal gate, enabling selective feeding and reducing feed withdrawal stress. This Good Practice supports both full and partial depopulation and requires coordination with processors to ensure 50% bird removal.