Environment Growers managing large farms do not have time to fine-tune ventilation systems. Set timers and thermostats so houses are slightly over-ventilated. A fan staging system with adequate backups maintains proper broiler house temperature and air quality and conserves fuel. Computerized monitoring systems regulate the broiler house environment and are becoming more practical and affordable every day. Analyzing the data from these is invaluable in discovering and correcting problems.
Alarms are essential in detecting power outages and temperature extremes inside broiler houses.
New alarm systems call programmed telephone numbers to alert personnel of broiler house problems. Check all alarm and emergency systems monthly to ensure proper performance. Automatic standby generators are extremely expensive but can be worth the investment for the peace of mind they provide at night and when the farm is unattended. The losses incurred during a single power failure more than pay for the generator. Be sure to test generators once a month.