POULTRY JUDGING

objectives

To know about the procedures followed in judging of layers and broilers for production and show purposes.

Procedures followed for judging birds for breed characters

Preparati0n of birds for show purpose (exhibition)

Poultry judging refers to selection of bird (poultry) based on their physical appearance, presence or absence of appropriate

breed characters, production performance and related

traits.

Judging of birds is basically of two types namely Production Judging (Judging for

Production performance) and Standard Judging (Judging for breed

characters).

Qualities of a Good Judge

Good knowledge about the various breeds of poultry and their distinguishing features and standard weights.

Set of Standards for each class, breed and variety.

Names of the various parts and terminologies of the body

The Government of India through the ICAR and Animal Husbandry Department conducts periodical livestock and poultry shows in various parts of the country.

Judging contests are carried out mostly for the breeders/animal lovers/ students.

A score card will be given to grade the birds either for production characters or breed characters.

Score Card Phenotypic

Appearance Points

Health and vigour of bird

25

Body conformation and abdominal capacity

25

Moulting and plumage

15

Pigmentation 10 Condition of head, wattle, vent and others

25

Total 100

PRODUCTION JUDGING

JUDGING BROILERS FOR MEAT PRODUCTION

Phenotypic appearance

Marks

General appearance 10 Health and vigour 15 Breast 30 Back and neck 15 Leg and thigh 15 Feathering 15

Total 100

JUDGING FOR BREED CHARACTERISTICS

JUDGING FOR BREED CHARACTERISTICSEgg Type Type 25 Comb 10 Ear lobe 10 Eyes 5 Legs 10 Breast 5 Size 5 Colour 20 Condition 10 Total 100

Meat Type

Type 30 Colour 30 Head and Eyes

30

Legs and Feet 10 Condition 10