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Flock recycling replaces an entire flock of birds with fresh ones following a production cycle. It entails removing the current birds from the farm or building and bringing in a new flock. Frequent flock recycling maintains the highest flock health, productivity, and biosecurity levels. It aids in preventing the accumulation of pathogens, parasites, and other possible problems that can impact the flock's general health.

In poultry, moulting refers to the process of naturally replacing feathers. Moulting can be induced in commercial poultry production to alter the hens' laying cycle. Farmers can initiate a fresh egg-laying cycle in elderly chickens by purposefully provoking moulting. Moulting is accomplished by temporarily decreasing or ceasing the intake of food, which causes the feathers to fall out and then grow back. Hens usually rest for a while after moulting before laying eggs again. In industrial settings, this procedure frequently increases the productive lives of laying hens.

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NURUL LAILY AIMA BINTI MAT HASSAN (F21A1222)

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NURUL LAILY AIMA BINTI MAT HASSAN (F21A1222)

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1. Flock recycling
The process of collecting and reusing flock, a form of decorative material comprised of small fibres, is referred to as flock recycling. Gathering discarded or unwanted flock components, processing them, and reintroducing them into new goods or initiatives is what recycling flock entails. Flock recycling through induced moulting may or may not be economically viable at any given moment. It must be justified in terms of egg pricing, market demand, and input costs.

2. Moulting
Moulting is a normal process in which birds replace their old feathers with new ones. This natural process has been observed in a variety of creatures, most notably birds and several reptiles. They moult on a regular basis to keep their plumage healthy and effective. It is a cyclical occurrence that often occurs to aid in growth, regeneration, or seasonal adaptability.

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Flock recycling is practised through induced moulting. Moulting is loose older feathers and grow new ones. It is natural processmof all birds prior to migration, shorter days or cooler weather. Most hens stop producing eggs until after the moult is completed.

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Flock recycling is an excellent initiative that aligns with the principles of environmental responsibility and resource conservation.

While moulting refer to a natural process that flow go to replace their old feathers, fur and skin.

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Flock recycling refers to the process of collecting and reusing flock, which is a type of decorative material composed of small fibers. Flock is commonly used in various applications, such as crafts, upholstery, and holiday decorations. Recycling flock involves gathering discarded or unused flock materials, processing them, and reintroducing them into new products or projects

Moulting, is a natural process observed in various animals, particularly birds and some reptiles, where they shed or replace their old feathers, fur, or skin. It is a cyclical phenomenon that typically occurs to facilitate growth, regeneration, or adaptation to seasonal changes.

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Flock recycling is a well-designed and executed replacement program is one of the best guarantees of success in the egg industry today. The choices of programs are many, with a number of different economic outcomes. The use of recycling (induced molting) may or may not be economically feasible at any given time, and must be justified based on the cost of inputs.

PURPOSE

To minimize the cost to bring the flock into production

To increase the length of egg production

When the current egg prices are low with anticipation of higher egg prices after the flock returns to production

Lack of available cash to maintain the flock

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Flock recycling that is practiced through induced moulting may or may not be economically viable at any particular time. It must be justified based on the egg prices, market demands and cost of inputs. One of the reason it is practice due to insufficient funds to maintain the flock.
While moulting is a natural process that fowl go through to replace their old feathers with new ones. They molt periodically to maintain the health and functionality of their plumage.

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One effective strategy for increasing the amount of hens in poultry farming that will also boost hen productivity at less expense is flock recycling. While the natural process of feather renewal and loss in hens is known as moulting. To avoid a loss in output, the moulting should be completed as quickly as possible.

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ALIAH AISYAH BT MOHD YUSRI F21B1377

Birds' reproductive systems completely remodel throughout the normal physiological process of moulting in order to get ready for the upcoming laying cycle. In order to recycle the old laying flock and maximise economic margins, feed withdrawal is used to intentionally induce moulting in domestic hens.

Flock recycling is used to extend the time that eggs are produced, reduce the expense of putting the flock into production, and ensure that there are empty laying hen houses available.

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Flock recycling is a technique used in poultry farming that involves the efficient management and utilization of hen populations to optimize productivity within the poultry operation. This is achieved through the process of induced moulting. Induced moulting is a practice aimed at strategically making the moulting process faster and to enable the hen to return to full production quickly. By implementing flock recycling and induced moulting, poultry farmers can effectively manage their flocks and maximize their overall productivity.

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Flock recycling is use to increase the length of egg production, to minimize the cost to bring the flock into production, and for the availability of empty laying houses.
Moulting is the change of new set of feather of the poultry. Moulting should be done as soon as possible to reduce the production loss. This is because when the chicken is moulting, their production will drop or stop. Hence, control of moulting is important for high production.

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2 types of moulting programme are conventional and California moulting programme. each can be differentiated by the way they restrict feed and water prior for moulting in hen. conventional moulting programme restrict feed and water and California moulting programme just restrict feed only but not water.

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Flock recycling and molting are two distinct processes related to the life cycle of birds.

1. Flock Recycling:
Flock recycling, also known as communal roosting or communal roost shifting, refers to the behavior exhibited by certain bird species where they gather and move together from one roosting location to another. This behavior is commonly observed in birds such as starlings, blackbirds, and some species of waterfowl. Flock recycling typically occurs during the non-breeding season or winter months when birds congregate in large numbers for safety, warmth, and social interaction.

2. Molting:
Molting, or moulting, is the natural process through which birds shed and replace their feathers. Feathers play a crucial role in a bird's ability to fly, regulate body temperature, and display various behaviors such as courtship and territorial defense. Molting allows birds to maintain the health and functionality of their feathers.