CPT CPT Flock Management & Production Systems

Question 1

What is the standard stocking density recommendation for broiler production in the US to maintain bird welfare?

Accepted Answer

6 lbs/sq ft

Answer

8 lbs/sq ft

Answer

4 lbs/sq ft

Answer

10 lbs/sq ft

Question 2

Which lighting program is most commonly used during the grow-out phase of broiler production to promote feed intake?

Accepted Answer

23 hours light / 1 hour dark

Answer

Continuous 24-hour light

Answer

16 hours light / 8 hours dark

Answer

12 hours light / 12 hours dark

Question 3

What internal temperature should a poultry house be maintained at during the first week of broiler chick placement?

Accepted Answer

95-100°F (35-38°C)

Answer

85-90°F (29-32°C)

Answer

75-80°F (24-27°C)

Answer

70-75°F (21-24°C)

Question 4

Which production system uses a multi-age site arrangement where different flocks of varying ages are housed on the same farm?

Accepted Answer

Multi-age production

Answer

All-in/all-out

Answer

Cage-free system

Answer

Free-range system

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of litter management in broiler houses?

Accepted Answer

Reduce ammonia levels and maintain flock health

Answer

Improve bird coloring

Answer

Increase feed efficiency

Answer

Lower electricity costs

Question 6

In a pullet house, at what age are laying hens typically transferred to the layer house in commercial egg production?

Accepted Answer

14-16 weeks

Answer

8-10 weeks

Answer

4-6 weeks

Answer

20-22 weeks