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AGRICULTURE
Quarter 2 – Module 8:

GROW AND HARVEST CHICKEN

TVL – Grade 11
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Quarter 2 – Module 8: Grow and Harvest Chicken
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TVL
Quarter 2 – Module 8:
Grow and Harvest Chicken
(Select suitable eggs for harvest based on market specifications)

(Accomplish production record according to farm procedure)

 What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help
you master the nature of Organic Agriculture. The scope of this module permits
it to be used in many different learning situations. The language used
recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to
follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read
them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Identify different records used in poultry production and market forms of the
egg.
2. Practice the proper recording of production according to farm procedure.
3. Express the importance of proper recording through essay writing.

What I Know

Multiple Choices
Direction: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the correct answer.
Write the correct answers in your notebook. Let us find out how much you
know about setting-up cage equipment. Take this test.

1. Among the choices below, which are the biggest and heaviest eggs?
a. Extra large
b. Jumbo
c. Medium
d. Large

2. This is very essential to monitor the performance of the flock, a tight record of
keep the following data during the entire laying period.
a. hatching record chart
b. layer record sheet
c. record keeping
d. all of the above

3. Which is NOT true when maintaining high-quality eggs for the market?
a. Dirty eggs must be washed and rinsed.
b. Dirty eggs should be cleaned with lukewarm water.
c. Dirty eggs should be washed with cold water and dried under the sun.
d. Dirty eggs should be cleaned before marketing.

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4. Which is TRUE about clean and quality eggs? Quality eggs _______.
a. are long stored eggs
b. command a better price
c. command a lower price
d. have poor hatchability

5. Classifying eggs according to their sizes and quality is called______.

a. grading
b. harvesting
c. marketing
d. storing

Lesson
GROW AND HARVEST
2 CHICKEN
In this module, you will learn different records used in poultry production
and market forms of the egg.

What’s In

Importance of organic waste

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 What’s New

A. Direction: Give the market forms of egg-based on its given weight.

41-47 grams 1.
55-61 grams 2.
below 41grams 3.
Above 68 grams 4.
62-68 grams 5.
48-54 grams 6.

B: Direction: Supply different types of flock records.

What is It

Select suitable eggs for harvest based on market specifications

Harvesting - collecting produce at the right time

Gathering - the act of harvesting
Storage - safekeeping for future use
Egg grader - a device used in sorting eggs

Eggs are laid by females of many different species, including birds, reptiles,
amphibians, and fish, and have been eaten by mankind for thousands of years.

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MARKETING EGGS
A greater portion of eggs produced in the farms, backyards, and other
sources should be fresh when marketed. This means that the eggs have not been
handled unnecessarily nor have been treated. However, if production is high and
there is less demand for eggs in the market, surplus eggs may be preserved in cold
storage for future use. Other egg producers practice other preservation methods
like the use of lime water and the immersion of eggs in boiling water for a short
period.

To be successful in egg production, it is not enough to produce eggs at a

high level of efficiency. It is important to establish a marketing scheme where the
outlet of your product is always available especially when layers are raised
commercially. Where chickens are raised in small numbers, eggs produced may be
used for home consumption or sold directly to consumers. Whether eggs are
produced in large or small quantities, a method should be adopted to ensure the
availability of fresh eggs to the consumers.

Gather Eggs Regularly

Proper harvesting is done to have a quality egg for the market. Use an open
woven basket for gathering an egg grader for sorting. It is good to collect eggs two
to three times a day to avert the danger of being broken or becoming extremely
dirty by hens treading on them. Any violent motion on the egg such as shaking and
jarring should be avoided as this can rapture the internal membranes and the eggs
became useless for incubation. Eggs not intended for hatching should be set aside
to be used as a table eggs and for selling to the market.

To maintain the quality of eggs, dirty eggs must be washed and rinsed with
clean lukewarm water within the hour they are picked from the nest. It is
important to clean dirty eggs before they are brought to the market so that they
command a better price.

After harvesting the egg, it is important to sort/classify them according to

sizes. To small farm units, a manual egg-grader is sufficient.

However, in large layer operations, automatic egg-grader machines are

needed. The eggs should also be sorted according to the condition of their content,
cleanliness, shape, and color of the eggshell.

Eggs must be stored with the small end down on clean trays. Ideally, eggs
must be stored in a room of 13-15oC (55-560oF) with 70-75 % humidity to control
the growth of molds and fungi caused by high humidity. The walls and floors of the
room should be scrubbed frequently with a suitable disinfectant. Always keep the
egg room clean and free from odorous materials. Eggs can easily absorb odors from
these materials.

To maintain the quality of eggs we should follow proper handling during

harvesting, sorting, and storing to ensure maximum profit.

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 The standard for size set by the Bureau of Product Standards is the
following;

Size Weight of egg

Peewee below 41grams
Small 41-47 grams
Medium 48-54 grams
Large 55-61 grams
Extra large 62-68 grams
Jumbo Above 68 grams

Record Keeping
To monitor the performance of the flock, a tight record of keep the following
data during the entire laying period.

1. number of layers at housing time, and daily inventory

2. mortality/ culling rate
3. cause of mortality/culling
4. need intake, total consumption and daily intake per bird
5. body weight
6. daily egg production and egg sizes
7. lighting program
8. medication
9. vaccination
10 incidence of diseases
11.any abnormal incidences, such as power failure, typhoon, hot weather ,etc.

Records must also be kept on expenditures (expenses) on feeds, housing,

equipment cost and depreciation, repairs, labor, electricity, medicines, and
revenues (income)from sales of eggs, collected manures, feed bags, etc.
You must keep good records of feed consumed, eggs produced, bird
deaths, and removal of sick hens and non-layers. A sample record sheet is given
so that you can know accurately how your flock is performing.

Hatching Record Chart - It's important to keep records of your hatch rates and
dates while making notes about poor hatches so you can learn from your
mistakes.

Hatch Record Sheet

START EXPEC # OF # OF # OF # EGGS HATCH HATCH
DATE TED EGGS FERTIL FERTILE HATCH RATE (# NOTES
HATCH PLACE E EGGS - ED HATCHED
DATE D - EGGS - DAY 14 / #
DAY 1 DAY 7 FERTILE)

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Breeding Pair Records - You will want to know the hatch rate and type of specific
breeding pairs. This is a simple chart to get you started.

BREEDING RECORDS
MALE FEMALE(S) # EGGS DATE HATCH OFFSPRING
INFO INFO COLLECTED INCUBATED RATE NOTES

Flock Inventory Chart - Keep records of the comings and goings in your flock. If
you sell or purchase a bird, this chart will keep a record of either who sold you the
bird, or who you sold the bird to.

FLOCK INVENTORY
RECORD OF BIRDS PURCHASED, SOLD, OR DIED
BREED/LE DATE PURCHASED SOLD TO: DETAILS OF
GBAND # PURCHASED FROM: DEATH:
/
SOLD/DIED

Treatment Records - Keep records of the illness, treatments, and symptoms of

your birds. This helps keep track of what treatments did and did not help and
which birds are most commonly ill.
TREATMENT RECORD
DATE SYMPTOMS TREATMENT BIRDS TREATED
GIVEN

Income and Expense Chart - This may not be the most encouraging chart, but it
helps know when you need to cut back on expenses and to help you determine
whether your breeding projects are just a hobby or if they've become a business for
you.
INCOME/EXPENSE CHART
DATE PURCHASE OR INCOME EXPENSE
SALE

Inventory and Price Chart - With the price of feed going up, this chart will allow
you to both keep track of your current feed and supplies inventory while also
keeping track of the rising prices.

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 INVENTORY AND PRICE CHART
DATE SUPPLIES PURCHASED PRICE/EACH # PURCHASED

Layer Record Sheet - This will help you in determining the number of bags of
feeds including the number of deaths every week and the number of saleable and
not saleable eggs.

LAYER RECORD SHEET

Photocopy this page for record keeping
Batch:_____________________No:__________________Hatch:_____________________
Date:______________________No. at beginning of period:_________________________
Age at beginning of period: __________________________________________________

The feed is given (bags)

Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Total
Death and culls
Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Total
Eggs laid (Saleable = G and Non-Saleable = B)
Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total
G B G B G B G B G B G B G B
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Total

Mortality %________ Feed intake______ g/hen/day Rate of lay_________%

Remarks______________________________________________

Show Results Chart - Even if you think you'll never forget the glorious wins you've
had at a show, over time it will be helpful to remind yourself which birds won and
how they did.

SHOW RESULTS RECORD

DATE SHOW BREED LEGBAND # AWARD

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Coop Cleaning Records- When was the last time you cleaned that coop? The
weeks pass quickly by. Having a chart handy will help you keep a more consistent
schedule for the health of your birds and an easier clean-out when you do the job.

COOP CLEANING RECORDS

DATE WHICH COOP CLEANED QUICK CLEAN DEEP
CLEAN

Egg Collection Chart - It's important to keep records of the eggs you collect so if
there is a sudden drop, you can look into the cause. It's also interesting to see how
many eggs you get compared to your monthly expenses which will help you know
what to charge if you sell your eggs.

DAY OF MONTH No. OF EGGS

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

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TOTAL

Egg Turning Chart - If you're old-fashioned like us and have a big, old incubator
that still needs the eggs hand-turned, this chart will help you remember to get
those eggs turned. It may be helpful to laminate this one and use a dry erase
marker and reuse it.
EGG TURNING CHART CANDLE ON SHADED DAYS
DATE DAY MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
1 ********NO TURNING NECESSARY********
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19-21 ********LOCK DOWN - NO TURNING*******

Grooming Bucket Checklist - You don't want to forget any supplies for your
grooming bucket when you head to the show so save yourself the rush as you're
rushing out the door and keep this checklist handy and make sure you've got
everything.

GROOMING BUCKET CHECKLIST

VetRx or Blue Ribbon Rx Remedy
Silk Cloth
Tweezers
Show Sheen
Baby Oil
Baby Wipes
Paper Towels
Nail Clippers with File
Comb (for birds with muffs)
Toothbrush
Clear Fingernail Polish
Blood Stop Powder
Makeup Wedges for applying VetRX
Apron

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Master Poultry Show List - I have a master list for vacations and since often our
vacations are to shows, I have a master list that allows me to forget less as I'm
juggling birds and rushing out the door, sometimes very early in the morning
before a show.
Master Poultry Show List
Umbrella
Sweatshirt/Jacket/Coat
Suitcase and Bathroom Supplies
Camera
Comfortable Shoes
Hotel Information
Directions/Address of Show for GPS
Premium List
Snack Food
Water bottles to drink
Extra shavings
Scratch/food
Grooming Bucket
Grooming Apron
Water Jug or Watering Can for chickens
Cage Feeders and Waterers
Showmanship Lab Coat
Standard of Perfection
Money
Bloodwork Paperwork
Bag Chair
Extra boxes for transporting any birds purchased at the
show

Medicine & Supplies Checklist - When your birds get sick, it's so helpful
to have the supplies you need on hand. These are the supplies we have
available in our coop's First Aid Kit.
MEDICINES & SUPPLIES CHECKLIST
Nutra-Drench - For a quick shot of nutrients or to pink up pale combs
Oxine - For disinfecting coop or carriers
Corid Soluble Powder- For treating Coccidiosis
Tylan 50 Injectable - Treating individual birds for respiratory disease
Tylan Powder - Treating the whole flock for a respiratory outbreak
Gallimycin - Treats upper respiratory diseases
Sevin-Use during coop clean-out under shavings and in miteprone
areas
Frontline - Treat for mites, 1 drop below vent or on back of the neck
Adam's Flea and Tick - Spray birds at the vent and underwings to treat
mites
Wazine - Treat flock for worms, water-soluble
Flea & Tick Shampoo - Wash birds in water with shampoo when
overrun with mites
Vitamins & Electrolytes - Use in times of stress like during or after
shows
Probiotics - water-soluble - Use after round of antibiotics to restore

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 healthy gut flora
VetRX or Blue Ribbon RX Remedy - Relieves respiratory problems
Blood Stop Powder - For immediate clotting of small wounds
Hydrated Lime - Mixed with bedding to control odor or mixed with water
for a whitewashing solution

Poultry Show Abbreviations Pocket Guide - New to showing and get baffled by all
the abbreviations? Print this pocket guide out and use it for easy reference.
Poultry Show Abbreviations Pocket Guide
BB Best of Breed
RB Reserve of Breed (Runner Up or 2nd Place)
BV Best of Variety (Feather Coloring)
RV Reserve of Variety (2nd Best of this Coloring)
AOSB All Other Standard Breeds
SCCL Single Comb, Clean-Legged
RCCL Rose Comb, Clean-Legged
AOCCL All Other Combs, Clean-Legged
C Cock - Rooster older than 1-year-old
K Cockerel - Rooster younger than 1-year-old
P Pullet - Female younger than 1 year old
H Hen - Female older than 1 year old
LF Large Fowl
BTM Bantam
Class Groupings based on origin or comb or size
Variety Feather Coloring
Bantam A miniature chicken
Large Fowl A standard -sized chicken
Type The shape and size of a bird

What’s More

Direction: Write letter T if the statement is correct and letter F if it is wrong. Put
the answer in your answer sheet.

__1. Collecting then produce at the right time is called harvesting.

__2. Eggs are laid by females of many different species, including birds, reptiles,
amphibians, and fish, and have been eaten by mankind for thousands of
years.
__3. To be successful in egg production, it is enough to produce eggs at a high level
of efficiency.
__4. Whether eggs are produced in large or small quantities, a method should be
adopted to ensure the availability of fresh eggs to the consumers.
__5. Use an open woven basket for gathering an egg grader for sorting.
__6. To maintain the quality of eggs, dirty eggs must be washed and rinsed with
clean lukewarm water within the hour they are picked from the nest.
__7. You must keep good records of feed consumed, eggs produced,
bird deaths and removal of sick hens and non-layers

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__8. If you want to know the hatch rate and type of specific breeding pairs,
breeding pair record is appropriate.
__9. Medicine & Supplies Checklist will helpful to laminate this one and use a
dry erase marker and reuse it.
__10. Layer Record Sheet will help you in determining the number of bags of feeds
including the number of deaths every week and the number of saleable and
not saleable eggs.

What I Have Learned

1. Eggs are laid by females of many different species, including birds, reptiles,
amphibians, and fish, and have been eaten by mankind for thousands of years.

2. A greater portion of eggs produced in the farms, backyards, and other sources
should be fresh when marketed. This means that the eggs have not been handled
unnecessarily nor have been treated.

3. It is important to establish a marketing scheme where the outlet of your product

is always available especially when layers are raised commercially.

4. Eggs must be stored with the small end down on clean trays. Ideally, eggs must
be stored in a room of 13-15oC (55-560oF) with 70-75 % humidity to control the
growth of molds and fungi caused by high humidity.

5. To maintain the quality of eggs we should follow proper handling during

harvesting, sorting, and storing to ensure maximum profit.

6. The standard for size set by the Bureau of Product Standards is the following;
• Peewee
• Small
• Medium
• Large
• Extra Large
• Jumbo
7. Different flock records:

• Hatching Record Chart

• Breeding Pair Records
• Flock Inventory Chart
• Treatment Records
• Income and Expense Chart
• Inventory and Price Chart
• Layer Record Sheet
• Show Results Chart
• Coop Cleaning Records
• Egg Collection Chart
• Egg Turning Chart
• Grooming Bucket Checklist

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 • Master Poultry Show List
• Medicine & Supplies Checklist
• Poultry Show Abbreviations Pocket Guide

What I Can Do

Direction: Practice record-keeping using egg collection chart or coop cleaning

record.

DAY OF MONTH No. OF EGGS

1
2
3
4
5

COOP CLEANING RECORDS

DATE WHICH COOP CLEANED QUICK CLEAN DEEP
CLEAN

Assessment

Multiple Choices

Direction: Read each item carefully. Write the correct answers in a separate sheet
and submit to the teacher. Let us determine how much you already know about
raising organic chicken. Take this test.

1. The ideal temperature for storing eggs is_____.

a. 13 – 15ºC
b. 13 – 20ºC
c. 15 – 25ºC
d. 15 – 30oC
2. The weight of a peewee egg is_____.
a. below 41 grams
b. 41-47 grams
c. 48-54 grams
d. above 68 grams

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 3. Egg should be stored in a room with a relative humidity of_____.
a. 60-65%
b. 65-70%
c. 70-75%
d. 70-80%
4. Eggs should be collected from the laying house at least____.
a. once a day
b. 1-2 times a day
c. 2–3 times a day
d. 3–4 times a day
5. For an appropriate material for egg collection, one may use____.
a. empty cans
b. empty sacks
c. woven basket
d. wooden box
6. Eggs must be stored in the egg tray _____.
a. with the small end down
b. with small end up
c. upside down
d. in any position
7. Among the choices below, which are the biggest and heaviest eggs?
a. Extra large
b. Medium
c. Large
d. Jumbo
8. Which is TRUE about clean and quality eggs? Quality eggs _______.
a. are long stored eggs
b. command a better price
c. command a lower price
d. have poor hatchability
9. This is very essential to monitor the performance of the flock, a tight record of
keep the following data during the entire laying period.
a. hatching record chart
b. layer record sheet
c. record keeping
d. all of the above
10. Which is NOT true when maintaining high-quality eggs for the market?
a. Dirty eggs must be washed and rinsed.
b. Dirty eggs should be cleaned with lukewarm water.
c. Dirty eggs should be cleaned before marketing.
d. Dirty eggs should be washed with cold water and dried under the sun.

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 Answer Key

10. d 10. T
Chart 6. medium
9. c
Turning 5. extra large
8. b
9. F-Egg grams
7. d 4. Above 68
6. c 8. T
7. T 3. pewee
a 5. 5. c 2. large
b 4. 6. T
4. c 1. small
c 3. 5. T
3. c 4. T What’s New
c 2. 2. a enough
b 1. 1. a 3. F-not
What I Know Assessment 2. T
1. T
What’s More

References

Content:
Competency Based-Learning Material
Animal Production NC II Module 1-7 Deciding to Raise Poultry pages 1-14

ANIMAL PRODUCTION NC II
Unit of Competency: RAISING POULTRY Module No. 7 Module Title: MAINTAINING
POULTRY HEALTH AND SANITATION

Anacleto B. Coronel, MS., DVM.A primer on Animal Husbandry Technology and

Livelihood Education III .Agriculture and Fishery SEDP SERIES

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egg_as_food

https://www.q-s.de/documentcenter/dc-agriculture-poultry-production.html

https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=Egg+Farming&form=RESTAB&first=1&sc
enario=ImageBasicHover

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egg_as_food

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Images:

https://poultrymanual.com/poultry-philippines-chicken-breeds

https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=Hubbard+chicken&FORM=HDRSC2

https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=eggs&form=HDRSC2&first=1&scenario=I
mageBasicHover

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