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• Improve housing: Ensure insulation and effective heating to maintain stable temperatures. • Optimise ventilation: Prevent moisture and ammonia buildup to reduce respiratory stress. Get in touch with your local De Heus specialist to learnmore about winter broiler management inmanual poultry houses – https://www.deheus.co.za/meet-our- team. www.deheus.co.za | 031 785 1575 | infosa@deheus.com 3. Coccidiosis: Cold-stressed broilers are more prone to coccidiosis due to weakened immunity. Signs include diarrhoea and poor growth. 4. Salmonellosis: Stress from cold lowers immunity, making broilers susceptible to infections like salmonellosis. Symptoms include diarrhoea and lethargy. 5. Leg problems: Cold conditions can worsen leg issues such as bumblefoot and joint inflammation, affecting mobility and health. Conclusion Successfully raising broilers in winter requires a comprehensive approach to managing internal house climate and environmental conditions. By maintaining appropriate temperatures, controlling bacterial survival, leveraging weather services, monitoring chicken behaviour, and adjusting ventilation strategies, poultry farmers can ensure the health and productivity of their broilers throughout the colder months. Effective climate control and proactive management practices are essential for achieving optimal growth and minimising stress on the birds. • Enhance nutrition: Provide quality feed with nutrients suited for colder months. • Monitor health: Regular health checks for early disease detection. • Enforce biosecurity: Implement practices to prevent disease spread. Prevention andmanagement: www.agribonus.co.za Spring/Summer 2025 BONUS 5