Production of Cobb 500 Chickens under Controlled Environments At “Granja De Valle Colorado”

Abstract

The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (MIDRAGRI) states that the poultry sector is the main source of protein for the Peruvian population. Therefore, it is essential to provide quality meats with an adequate weight, according to the Cobb- Vantress recommendations. Research, has shown that the growing environment plays a crucial role in the health and development of poultry. In the present study, the production of Cobb 500 chickens under controlled environments on the ‘Granja De Valle Colorado’ is addressed. The production activities have been analysed, focusing on house preparation, chick reception, rearing and eviction. Critical factors to ensure the quality of the chickens include feed, weight and mortality rate. After assessing the company's processes and parameters, analysis tools such as the Ishikawa Diagram to identify the causes of problems and Value Stream Mapping to detect delays in activities were implemented. This made it possible to define the parameters necessary to control the breeding processes in the controlled environments. Finally, a system was developed to manage the feeding, supply and control process at altitude as the chickens grow. This system also controls the water supply through drinking troughs. In addition, heaters and curtains were installed around the animal spaces to maintain a suitable temperature during growth. Regarding the management of the manure generated, a methane sensor was implemented to trigger the extraction of gases and fans to ensure adequate ventilation. The implementation of the system reduces the mortality rate from 2.5% to 0%, generating an annual income from the sale of poultry of s/ 11 047.09 nuevos soles.