Day-old chicks must be handled with care. A flock that gets off to a good start is easier to control. It has a higher body weight at the start of rearing process, is more uniform in size, has a better health status and reaches ‘genetic potential’ more easily.
There are a number of basic things for you to bear in mind Before chicks arrive, check that everything in the house is working properly: jikos are lit, there is enough fresh air coming in, feed and water are readily available and there is enough light.