: Agriculture and Fishery

Sector

Qualification Title : Organic Agriculture Production NC II

Writers: Julievi B. Fernandez Tessie Jane B. Bolasco

Libertine A. Pana Charlane Jade A. Alinsub
Harold S. Putiz Noel V. Danwata
Rodel S. Desabille Edgar O. Fernandez
Alfan D. Fabio Blessel Joy L. Palomar

Illustrators: Ethelbert D. Somera John Mark J. Oliveros

D-jay P. Gloria Arniel H. Austria

Proofreaders: Edgar O. Fernandez

Charlane Jade A. Alinsub
 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE
Welcome to the module in Organic Agriculture Production NC II. This module
contains training materials and activities for you to complete.
You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to complete
each learning outcome of the module. Follow the activities provided on your own. If you
have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your trainer/facilitator for assistance.
The goal of this module is the development of practical skills. To gain these skills,
you must learn basic components and terminology. For the most part, you’ll get this
information from the Information Sheets and TESDA website www.tesda.gov.ph.
To the Learner/s:
This module various and relevant activities and opportunities which will determine
how deep is your understanding of the different key concepts and demonstrate core
competencies as prescribed by TESDA Training Regulation in Organic Agriculture
Production.

Specifically, this module is crafted to focus on the different activities that will assess
your level in terms of skills and knowledge essential to get a Certificate of Competency
and/or National Certificate (NC II).

Successful completion of this specialization ensures that you have acquired the
essential skills to be on your way to becoming an agriculturist.
 ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II
OBJECTIVES

The learners will be able to:

 Understand the content of Organic Agriculture Production NC II subject.

 Persuade other students to enroll on this subject.
 Internalize the advantage of taking this subject.

BACKGROUND
 ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II is one of the
specializations of Agri-Fishery Arts Strand (AFA) under the Technical-
Vocational Livelihood (TVL) Track.
 It covers 320 hours taken in two semesters.
 The students can take assessment exam at TESDA and will receive
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE on Organic Agriculture Production.

The students will learn from this subject are:

 Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECS)
o Assessment of personal competencies and skills
 Environment and Market
o Key concepts of market
o Players in the market
o Products and services available in the market
o Consumer analysis
 Raising Organic Chicken
o Select healthy stock and suitable housing
o Sep-up cage equipment
o Feed chicken
o Grow and harvest chicken
 Organic Vegetable Production
o Establish nursery
o Plant seedlings
o Perform plant care and management
o Perform harvest and post-harvest activities
 Organic Fertilizer
o Prepare composting area and raw materials
o Compost and harvest fertilizer
 Organic Concoction
o Prepare for the production of various concoction and extracts
o Process concoctions
o Package concoctions
 LIST OF COMPETENCIES
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
Core Competencies
1. Raise organic chicken Raising organic chicken AGR612301
2. Produce organic vegetables Producing organic
AGR611306
vegetables
3. Produce organic fertilizer Producing organic fertilizer AGR611301

4. Produce organic concoctions Producing organic AGR611302

and extracts concoctions and extracts
Elective Competencies
5. Raise organic hogs Raising organic hogs AGR612302
6. Raise organic small Raising organic small
AGR612303
ruminants ruminants
 INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC AGRICULTURE
Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to:
1. Understand the PNS salient features on raising organic chicken
2. Adhere PNS in raising organic chicken
3. Adapt the Philippine National Standard for Poultry.

ACTIVITY 1.1 
Before reading the lesson, answer the following questions first.

1. If you were given an opportunity, what track would you take in Senior High School
and why? Please answer the question honestly.

2. Now that we are suffering the impact of Covid-19, how does agriculture contributes
to the welfare of our country?
AGRICULTURE

 is the art and science of raising plants and animals that has economic benefit
to man.

Organic Agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of

soils, ecosystems, and people.
 It relies on:
 ecological processes,
 biodiversity,
 cycles adapted to local conditions
 It combines tradition, innovation and science to benefit the shared
environment and promote fair relationships and good quality of life
for all involved.

IFOAM General
Assembly 2008

The Four Principles of Organic Agriculture

1. Principle of Health
Organic agriculture should sustain
and enhance the health of soil, plant,
animal, human and planet as one and
indivisible.

In particular, organic agriculture is intended to produce high quality, nutritious

food that contributes to preventive health care and well-being. In view of this, it should
avoid the use of fertilizers, pesticides, animal drugs and food additives that may have
adverse health effects.

2. Principle of Ecology

Organic agriculture should be based on

living ecological systems and cycles, work with
them, emulate them and help sustain them.
 Organic agriculture should attain ecological balance through the design of
farming systems, establishment of habitats and maintenance of genetic and
agricultural diversity. Those who produce, process, trade, or consume organic
products should protect and benefit the common environment including
landscapes, climate, habitats, biodiversity, air and water.

3. Principle of Fairness
Organic agriculture should build on
relationships that ensure fairness with regard
to the common environment and life
opportunities.

Natural and environmental resources that are used for production and
consumption should be managed in a way that is socially and ecologically just and
should be held in trust for future generations. Fairness requires systems of
production, distribution and trade that are open and equitable and account for real
environmental and social costs.

4. Principle of Care
Organic agriculture should be managed
in a precautionary and responsible manner to
protect the health and well-being of current and
future generations and the environment.

Organic agriculture should prevent significant risks by adopting appropriate

technologies and rejecting unpredictable ones, such as genetic engineering.
Decisions should reflect the values and needs of all who might be affected, through
transparent and participatory processes.
 Organic Production System
 A system designed to:

 Enhance biological diversity within the whole system

 Increase soil biological activity
 Maintain long-term soil fertility
 Recycle wastes of plant and animal origin in order to return nutrients
to the land, thus minimizing the use of non-renewable resources.
 Rely on renewable resources in locally organized agricultural system
 Promote the healthy use of soil, water and air as well as minimize all
forms of pollution thereto that may result from agricultural practices.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Introduction to Organic Agriculture)
Worksheet Number: _______

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

1. Embracing organic agriculture means you are protecting the ecosystem. If you are
given a chance to choose your part in the ecosytem, what will you choose and
why?

2. In relation to question 1, if you choose the wrong decision, what do you think will
happen to the ecosystem?
 BENEFITS OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE

Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to:
 List the benefits of organic agriculture.
 Explain the different benefits of practicing organic farming.
 Adapt organic agriculture.

ACTIVITY 1.2 
What have you observe on the farm about the following: (You may ask your parents
about this.)

SOIL MACROORGANISM YIELD INCOME

(example:
Earthworm,
insects)
 BENEFITS OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE

Benefits of Organic Farming

Yield
Energy
Greenhouse gas emissions and climate change
Water use
Localization
Pesticides
Ecosystem impact
Nutritional benefits
Seed-saving
Job creation

 Conventional farmers can actually reduce production cost

by over 25%.
 Eliminating the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
 Minimizing soil erosion by up to 50% and increasing crop
yields up to five-fold within 5 years.
 Free from harmful chemicals, artificial flavors and
preservatives.
 Eating organic foods may in fact, reduce the risk of heart
attacks, strokes and cancer.
BENEFITS TO THE ENVIRONMENT

 SOIL - building practices such as crop rotations, intercropping, symbiotic

associations, cover crops, organic fertilizers and minimum tillage are central to
organic practices

 WATER - In many agriculture areas, pollution of groundwater courses with

synthetic fertilizers and pesticides is a major problem.

 AIR & CLIMATE - Organic agriculture reduces non-renewable energy use by

decreasing agrochemical needs. And contributes to mitigating the greenhouse
effect and global warming through its ability to sequester carbon in the soil

https://www.
ifoam.bio/
why-organic/
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agriculture/fo
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organic
 ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II
(Benefits of Organic Agriculture)
Worksheet Number: _________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

GIVE AT LEAST TWO (2) BENEFITS OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE TO THE FOLLOWING.

EXPLAIN EACH ANSWER.

FARMER/HUMAN:

1.

2.

ENVIRONMENT:

1.

2.
RUBRIC for Activity 2 and Worksheet 2:
CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS
EARNED
(20 points) (15 points) (10 points) (5 points)

Ideas Presents Presents Ideas are too Ideas are

ideas in an ideas in a general vague or
original consistent unclear
manner manner

Organization Strong and Organized Some No

organized beg/mid/end organization; organization;
beg/mid/end attempt at a lack
beg/mid/end beg/mid/end

Understanding Writing shows Writing shows Writing shows Writing shows

strong a clear adequate little
understanding understanding understanding understanding

Sentence Sentence Sentence Sentence No sense of

Structure structure structure is structure is sentence
enhances evident; limited; structure or
meaning; sentences sentences flow
flows mostly flow need to flow
throughout
the piece

Total
Sector : Agriculture and Fishery

Qualification Title :
Organic Agriculture Production NC II

: RAISE ORGANIC CHICKEN

Unit of Competency

: RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN

Module Title
Writers: Julievi B. Fernandez Libertine A. Pana
Illustrator: Ethelbert D. Somera John Mark J. Oliveros
D-Jay P. Gloria Arniel H. Austria

Proofreaders: Edgar O. Fernandez Charlane Jade A. Alinsub

 LIST OF COMPETENCIES
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
Core Competencies
1. Raise organic chicken Raising organic chicken AGR612301
2. Produce organic vegetables Producing organic
AGR611306
vegetables
3. Produce organic fertilizer Producing organic fertilizer AGR611301

4. Produce organic concoctions Producing organic AGR611302

and extracts concoctions and extracts
Elective Competencies
5. Raise organic hogs Raising organic hogs AGR612302
6. Raise organic small Raising organic small
AGR612303
ruminants ruminants
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: RAISE ORGANIC CHICKEN

UNIT CODE: AGR612301

UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to raise organic chicken efficiently and
effectively. It includes selecting healthy stocks,
determine suitable chicken house requirements, install
cage equipment, feed chicken, managed health and
growth of chicken and harvesting activities.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables

1. Select 1.1. Breed/strains breeds are identified as per PNS-Organic

healthy Agriculture-Livestock and GAHP Guidelines
stocks and 1.2. Healthy chicks are selected based on industry acceptable
suitable indicator for healthy chicks.
housing 1.3. Suitable site for chicken house are determined based on PNS
recommendations.
1.4. Chicken house design is prepared based PNS
recommendations.
1.5. House equipment installation design is prepared in line with
PNS recommendation and actual scenario.
2. Set-up 2.1. House equipment are installed in line with housing equipment
cage installation design
equipment 2.2. Bedding materials are secured based on availability in the
locality
2.3. Bedding is prepared in accordance with housing equipment
housing design
2.4. Brooding facility is set-up in accordance with the housing
equipment installation design.
3. Feed 3.1. Suitable feed materials are selected based on availability in
chicken the locality and nutrient requirements of chicken
3.2. Feed materials are prepared following enterprise prescribed
formulation
3.3. Animals are fed based on feeding management program
3.4. Feeding is monitored following enterprise procedure
4. Grow and 4.1. Growth rate is monitored based on enterprise procedures
harvest 4.2. Health care program are implemented based on enterprise
chicken procedures
4.3. Sanitation and cleanliness program are implemented based
on enterprise procedure
4.4. Organic waste for fertilizer formulation are collected.
4.5. Suitable chicken for harvest are selected based on market
specifications.
4.6. Production record is accomplished according to enterprise
procedure.
 LEARNING OUTCOME 
At the end of the module, the learners are expected to:
1. Select suitable feeding materials available in the locality and nutrient requirements
of chicken
2. Prepare feed materials following prescribed formulation
3. Feed animals based on feeding management program
4. Monitor feeding following farm procedure

HOW TO USE THIS LEARNING MODULE

Dear Learners,
Here are some things to remember before you use the learning module:
1. This learning module contains the subject matter and activities that you have to
accomplish. Read and analyze each task carefully so you can give the correct
response to the questions. Remember that you should not skip any topic unless
told by your teacher. Each activity is a preparation for your next activity on the next
discussion.
2. Answer the Pre Test/Activity before you proceed to answering the other activities
in the module. The diagnostic test assesses how far your learning are prior to
reading the content of the lesson. Your teacher will analyze and interpret the
results so that the right learning needs will be
given to you.
3. For every learning objective, perform each prepared tasks or activities. This will
evaluate your learning on the topic discussed.
4. Lastly, do not write anything on the module.
5. Good luck, your teacher knows and believes that you can do it!
ACTIVITY 1.1.0 
Find each word in the puzzle below.

POULTRY WITHDRAWAL HEALTH MUTILATION

NUTRITION STANDARD BREED IDENTIFICATION
CONVERSION NATURAL MANAGEMENT BEHAVIOR

I A N S K N U T R I T I O N
W D C O P X B H M S U Q R W
M B E H A V I O R P M I Y Q
A R I N Z B N H E A L T H R
P O U L T R Y M X A C X D I
Q R V T Q I F Q W G K W H K
J F B Q J C F A Z H D T I P
N E C Z K Q R I W N E L J N
O B L G T D E R C T V Y O K
I O A W H U K L M A G I R U
S X S T A N D A R D T L P
R O I S F D B X N A M I E Z
E W P Y N I O D L S F A O Q
V G E G O R C I S Z T M R N
N L L F S H T B D E E R B S
O Q G T I U Y Z V J K I E V
C Y J D M A N A G E M E N T
 LEARNING OUTCOME 1

SELECTION OF HEALTHY STOCKS AND SUITABLE HOUSING

Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Understand the PNS salient features on raising organic chicken
 Adhere PNS in raising organic chicken
 Adapt the Philippine National Standard for Poultry.

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL STANDARD (PNS)

The Philippine National Standard for Organic Agriculture (PNS OA) was originally
prepared and adopted in 2003 for the purpose of promoting organic agriculture and
enhancing market competitiveness by providing a uniform approach to the
requirements on conversion, crop production, animal production, special products,
processing, labeling, and consumer information.

PNS SALIENT FEATURES ON RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN

CONVERSION PERIOD
Conversion period (transition period) - time between the start of organic management
and certification of the crop or animal production system or site as organic.

Table 1. Poultry/Laying Hens (Broilers and Layers)

Product Conversion Period

Meat products Poultry intended for meat products should be organically

reared after 21 days from hatching
Eggs Layers should be organically reared 42 days before laying
and throughout the laying period
ANIMAL HUSBANDRY MANAGEMENT
Management of the environment of the animals shall take into account the
behavioral needs of the animals and provide for:
 sufficient free movement, as applicable;
 sufficient fresh air and natural daylight according to the needs of the animals;
 protection against excessive sunlight, temperatures, rain, and wind according to the
needs of the animals;
 enough lying and/or resting area according to the needs of the animals. For all
animals requiring bedding, natural materials shall be provided;
 free access to fresh water and feeds according to the needs of the animals; and
The competent authority may allow exceptions when the animals’ physiological
state, inclement weather conditions, and topography so permit, or the structure of certain
traditional farming systems restrict access to pasture, providing the welfare of the animals
can be guaranteed.
Landless animal husbandry systems and/or complete confinement of animal
systems (e.g. ‘battery-type’ cage, single pen) are prohibited.
BREEDS AND BREEDING
Breeding goals are such that animal diversity should be maintained.
Indigenous/native breeds should be preserved and promoted. The use of genetically
engineered species or breeds is not allowed.
Breeding activities should take into
consideration the following traits:

 a reasonable productivity level even

with low external input;
 adaptability to local conditions
 longevity, temperament, and good
health;
 breeds that are able to provide good
quality traits and products.
MUTILATIONS AND ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION
Mutilations are prohibited. However, there are exceptions in specific cases such as
debeaking and wing tagging that can improve the welfare, health, or hygiene of the
animals or for safety reasons.

Debeaking, also called beak trimming, is a partial removal of the beak of poultry,
especially layer hens, when layer hens are confined to a chicken house, farmers
generally trim their beaks to prevent them from pecking (and possibly hurting) one
another.

Chick debeaking using beak Debeaked chicken

trimming machine.
Qualified personnel should carry these practices at the most appropriate age and
any suffering to the animals is reduced to a minimum.

ANIMAL NUTRITION
Giving due consideration to the low availability of organic feed and roughage, the
following proportion of feed ration based on the dry matter requirement particular to each
animal are allowed:
 Table 2. Proportion of Feed Ratio
YEAR RATIO (% w/w)
Year 1 50% non-organic feed, 50% organic feed
Year 2 30% non-organic feed, 70% organic feed
Year 3 10% non-organic feed, 90% organic feed
Year 4, onwards 100% organic feed

The diet shall be offered to the animals in a form allowing them to execute their
natural feeding behavior. Forced feeding is prohibited.
Supplementation of vitamins and minerals is allowed for as long as these are
obtained from natural sources and there is an established need for supplementation, as
determined by a competent authority. However, if naturally sourced vitamins and minerals
are not available in sufficient quantity or quality, synthetic sources may be used.
Synthetic chemical preservatives for feeds are not allowed.

BREEDING ANIMALS
Breeding stock may be brought in from non-organic farms with a yearly maximum
of 10% of the breeder animals on the farm.
Exceptions can be granted with specific time limits in the following cases:
 unforeseen severe natural or man-made events;
 considerable expansion of the farm; and
 establishment of a new type of animal production on the farm or a new breed is
developed.
When animals are obtained from farms not complying with this Standard, special
attention must be paid to the animal health and biosecurity and quarantine measures, as
part of the Good Animal Husbandry Practices (PNS/BAFPS 60:2008).
ANIMAL HEALTH
Health and well-being of animals must be ensured through preventative animal
husbandry practices.
The well-being of the animals is superior in the choice of treatment. However,
treatment must not be withheld for economic reasons (for example, if the treatment
jeopardizes the organic certification of the animal).
Natural remedies and complementary medical methods have first priority;
however, the use of allopathic or chemotherapeutic drugs is allowed when no other
justifiable alternatives are available and when preventive measures are not successful as
determined by the attending duly licensed veterinarian.
The withdrawal period between the last administration of a restricted veterinary drug
to an animal under organic management is to be twice the legal withdrawal period
provided in the medical insert or, in a case in which this period is not specified, 144 hours
(6 days), whichever is longer. Meat, eggs of laying hens, or milk from dairy cattle
must not be sold as organic during the drug administration and withdrawal period.
The use of steroids, other synthetic growth promoters or enhancers, hormones, and
substances of synthetic in origin is prohibited.

Synthetic – substances that is formulated or manufactured by a chemical

process or by a process that chemically changes a substance extracted from
naturally occurring plant, animal, or mineral sources.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Philippine National Standard-Organic Agriculture)
Worksheet Number: _______
Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________
Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

I. Find the words and write it in correct sentence.

1. Beak ________ prevents the hen from pecking each other to death.
2. The purpose of the Philippine National Standard for Organic Agriculture was to promote
organic agriculture and enhance market competitiveness by providing a ________
approach to all its requirements.
3. The breeding goals of Organic Agriculture are such that animal ________ should be
maintained.
4. Poultry products must not be sold as ________ during the drug administration and
withdrawal period.
5. The diet shall be offered to the animals in a form allowing them to execute their
________ feeding behavior.

II. Essay.
1. What will happen to the country's organic agriculture if PNS is not established?
 LESSON 1
IDENTIFY BREED/STRAIN AS PER PNS ORGANIC AGRICULTURE-
LIVESTOCK AND GAHP GUIDELINES
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Identify the breed and strain of chicken.
 Explain the different breed and strain of chicken accurately.
 Specify the advantage of Philippine native chicken effortlessly.

ACTIVITY 1.1.1 
List down different breeds of chicken you know.
 BREEDS OF CHICKEN
Before picking up breeds to start up a farm, one must decide if what is the purpose
of the farm? Is it either for egg production or for meat production or both?
PHILIPPINE NATIVE CHICKEN
Native chicken production is an integral part of farming in the rural areas in the
Philippines. This serves as a source of protein and provides additional income. Philippine
Native Chicken (Gallus domesticus) is the common fowl found in the backyard of most
rural households. It is a mixture of different breeds and believed to have descended from
the domesticated red jungle fowl. It is estimated that 54% of the total chicken population
of the country are Native chicken (UPLB 2001).

Table 1. Percentage of distribution of Native chicken in the country.

LOCATION PERCENTAGE (%)
Western Visayas 13.32
Southern Mindanao 10.63
Central Visayas 10.36
Southern Tagalog 9.51
Cagayan Valley 9.29

There is a big demand for native chicken for one big reason – its unique taste that
almost everyone is looking for. It could be raised as an organic chicken which appeals
to many people who are health-conscious and who are willing to pay a higher price than
the white broilers.
Native chickens are well known for their adaptability to local agro-climatic conditions,
hardiness, ability to utilize farm-by-products and resistance to diseases. Morever, they
require minimal care, management and inputs. But most native chickens are inbreeded
and consequently grown small. Hence, it was recommended to cross breed it with other
breed or strain like Sasso.
 Sasso is a native chicken from France that grow faster, with delicious and tender
meat and strong disease resistance. These chickens are free-range, affordable, easy to
raise which proves to be a profitable livelihood venture.
There are at least seven strains of native chickens. These include the Darag from
Panay, Banaba from Batangas, Bolinao from Pangasinan, Boholano from Bohol,
Camarines from Bicol, Paraoakan from Palawan and Zampen from Zamboanga
Peninsula.
Table 2. The Common Breed of Philippines Native Chicken
BREED IMAGE CHARACTERISTICS
Darag Best known for its unique
flavor, taste and meat
texture

Banaba Well adapted to the

tropical condition and
usually raised under a
scavenging system and
perceived to be tolerant
with the common
chicken diseases and
parasites.
Bolinao
Camarines

Parawakan or Of the several strains of

Paraoakan native chickens, it is the
biggest of them all. It has
long legs, bigger body
than the rest, long neck
and bigger head.
Zampen Known for its tender
meat, sweet flavor,
ability to grow faster,
ability to do well in free-
range conditions,
uniform physical
characteristics,
predictable
performance, and its
ability to produce more
eggs.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Breeds of Chicken)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: _________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: _________________________Score: ________________

1. List down at least 3 breeds or strains of chicken ideal for organic rearing at your
locality and why?

BREED REASONS
 IDENTIFY BREED/STRAIN AS PER PNS ORGANIC AGRICULTURE-
LIVESTOCK AND GAHP GUIDELINES
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Explain the characteristics of the egg of chicken.
 Discriminate the classification of chicken egg carefully.
 Perform egg sorting perfectly.

ACTIVITY 1.1.2 
Identify which egg is GOOD or REJECT.
Justify your answer.

1.

2.
 CHICKEN EGG

Egg is the hard-shelled reproductive body produced by a bird and especially by

the common domestic chicken. It contains several vitamins and minerals that are
essential parts of a healthful diet. In many parts of the world, eggs are a readily
available, inexpensive food.
Eggs can be of various colors and patterns and sizes; the only thing common
among eggs is their natural oval shape. A healthy chicken will lay one egg in a day and
this will largely depend upon its diet and the time of the day, as sunlight affects the
production of eggs.
The color of the yolk however depends largely upon the diet that is fed to the
chickens. Feed containing yellower corn will yield yellow yolks as compared to wheat
or barley. Sometimes natural products, such as marigold flowers are also added to the
feed to darken the color of the yolks.

Figure 1. Illustration of egg structure

EGG INCUBATION

A chicken egg is a complete

package of nutrition and protection for
the developing embryo chick. The
yolk, egg white, and shell provide all
the nutrients the embryo needs for the
21-day incubation period.
Figure 2. Stages of development of chick inside the egg

The ideal incubation temperature for

chicken eggs is 37-38 degrees Celsius (99-
100 degrees F)

NATURAL INCUBATION:
A hen sits on her eggs to
maintains the required
temperature

ARTIFICIAL INCUBATION:
A process where chicken eggs are
kept in climate-controlled
incubators until hatching occurs.
CLASSIFICATION OF CHICKEN EGG

During harvest, eggs were inspected and classifies as discussed in Table 1.

Table 3. Classification of Chicken Egg

CLASSIFICATION CHARACTERISITICS EXAMPLE

This includes cleaned and free

from any stain / dirt.
Good Eggs

Cracked, off-shaped, off- size,

heavily/partially soiled and wet
Reject Eggs
eggs.

Layer Egg Classification

Eggs sold in the market can be sorted into different size as shown in Table 2:

Table 4. Classification of Layer Egg

SIZE WEIGHT (gram)

Extra Large (XL) 62 up

Large (L) 55-61

Medium (M) 48-54

Small (S) 41-47

Peewee Below 41
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Chicken Egg)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

1. Convert the weight of the egg from gram to kilogram. Show your solution.

SIZE WEIGHT (gram) WEIGHT (kilogram)

Extra Large (XL) 62 up

Large (L) 55-61

Medium (M) 48-54

Small (S) 41-47

Peewee Below 41

2. Differentiate the two types of incubating an egg.

RUBRIC for Essay

CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINT

S
(20 points) (15 points) (10 points) (5 points) EARN
ED

Ideas Presents Presents ideas Ideas are too Ideas are

ideas in an in a consistent general vague or
original manner unclear
manner

Organization Strong and Organized Some No

organized beg/mid/end organization; organization
beg/mid/end attempt at a ; lack
beg/mid/end beg/mid/end

Understandin Writing shows Writing shows Writing shows Writing

g strong a clear adequate shows little
understanding understanding understanding understandi
ng

Sentence Sentence Sentence Sentence No sense of

Structure structure structure is structure is sentence
enhances evident; limited; structure or
meaning; sentences sentences flow
flows mostly flow need to flow
throughout the
piece

Total
 LESSON 2
SELECT HEALTHY CHICKS BASED ON INDUSTRY INDICATOR FOR
HEALTHY CHICKS
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Explain the suitable characteristics of good quality chicks.
 Describe a healthy chicken
 Identify unwanted stocks correctly.

ACTIVITY 1.1.3 
Identify whether the following are manifestations of a healthy CHICK or not. Just check
whether your response is YES or NO.

PARAMETER HEALTHY

YES NO

1. Runny nose

2. Active

3. Well-healed navel

4. Dry and fluffy feathers

5. Stressful chirping

6. Split legs

7. Bright eyes

8. Deformed beaks

9. Busy eating

10. Alert
 RAISE A HEALTHY STOCK OF CHICKEN

THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD QUALITY DAY-OLD CHICK

For poultry production systems, either it is small- or large-scale farming, chick
quality is an absolute necessity. The quality of chick has a big effect on the starting of its
growing period and consequently on its final performance. In general, good chick quality
correlates to good production.

Poor quality chicks are more prone to

diseases, have poor feed conversion
performance leading to poor growth,
runting, higher mortalities, and
eventually higher cost to produce.

There is no exact measurements or established

standards in determining chick quality but chick
appearance, vitality, alertness, weight, and length are
the more common parameters being considered when assessing chick quality.
The table below discussed the physical parameter to look when choosing a day-old
chick for the poultry farm:
Table 5. Qualities to observe when selecting chicks.
POSITIVE QUALITY
Properly healed navel
Clear and bright eyes
Alert and active appearance
Free from diseases and abnormalities
Dry and fluffy feathers
Uniform in size and color
Milestone of the Growth and Development of Chicken
It is best to know the different stages of growth and development of the chicken to
have roadmap to create a proper and appropriate care and feeding program.

Table 6. Stages of development of chicken.

STAGES INCUBATING BROODING HARDENING FREE RANGE
(EGG)
DEFINITION Hatching off Provision of Gradual Chickens are
eggs either by heat to keep exposure of able to roam
sitting of hen the chicks chicken to freely outdoors to
upon them or warm and outdoor express their
by artificial comfortable conditions natural behaviors
heat such as -
foraging, ground
scratching, and
dust-bathing.
 75 days
NUMBER 21-22 days 21 days 9 days (harvest)
OF DAYS incubation  180-190 days
(select
breeders)

Identifying Good Stock

A healthy chicken is a busy chicken. It is aware of what the other chickens are
doing. The healthy chicken is pecking the ground, scratching the dirt, and chasing others
away from a tasty morsel. Chicken who stay on the roost, or worse, are hiding in a dark
corner should be immediately and gently checked.
 The easiest way to identify good stocks is through observing its physical
appearance: The chicken should not have any signs and symptoms of sickness.

SIGNS are what you SYMPTOMS

directly see on the
 evident
physical manifestation
reaction of the
of injury, illness or
chicken to the
disease. disease
 can be defined
as one of the
character of a
disease

It is important to know and identify common signs and symptoms of sick chicken:

 Is the bird active or listless?

 Is the bird grooming or is it unkempt with ruffled feathers?
 Is the bird interested in eating?
 Is the bird coughing or expelling fluid?
 Is the bird able to stand on its own?
 Is the hen still laying eggs?
 Is the bird excreting normal or abnormal droppings?

IDENTIFYING UNWANTED STOCKS

 Keeping the flock healthy is the top priority in successful raising of organic chicken
to avoid higher production cost. It is necessary to separate any sick chicken or those with
physical abnormalities to lessen the expenses of the poultry farm.

Droopy Wings and Runny Pale Comb – can be internal

Nose – cause by cold and bleeding or parasite overload
internal problems

Wound – inflicted by bullying or

Purple Comb (Cyanosis) – not
feather pecking by other chicken
enough oxygen in the blood
indicating respiratory disease

Avian or fowl pox – is a viral

Bubbles in the eyes – cause by
disease that affects the skin
Mycoplasma gallisepticum and the respiratory tract
infection
Leg Deformation Beak Deformation
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Raise a Healthy Stock of Chicken)
Worksheet Number: _____

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

1. Why is it important to identify good stocks from the unwanted ones?

2. Discuss how the quality of the chicks affects the success of the poultry farm.
RUBRICS:

CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS

(20) (15) (12) (8) EARNED
Knowledge Presents Presents Presents Presents
and accurate accurate some incomplete
Understanding information information accurate information
and insightful and information and/or
ideas, complete and some inaccurate
thoughts and ideas, ideas, ideas,
feelings in thoughts thoughts thoughts
the texts. and and and feelings
feelings in feelings in in the texts.
the texts. the texts.
Interpretation Express Express Express Contribution
and analysis ideas and good ideas some ideas is mainly
arguments and and summary,
that are arguments arguments not ideas
effectively that are that are supported
supported by supported supported by relevant
relevant by relevant by some evidence or
evidence or evidence or relevant reasons.
reasons. reasons. evidence or
reasons.
Organization Clearly Mostly Somewhat Little sense
focused and focused focused of any
well- and and focused or
developed developed developed developed
point. point. points. point.
 LESSON 3
PREPARE CHICKEN HOUSE DESIGN BASED ON THE PHILIPPINE
NATIONAL STANDARD (PNS) RECOMMENDATION.
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
1. Recognize the prerequisite of establishing poultry houses.
2. Follow recommended site for poultry houses.
3. Design poultry houses with regards to its suitable location.

ACTIVITY 1.1.4 
Write YES if you think the following conditions are suitable site for poultry
production and NO if it is not. Give a short reason.

CONDITION YES/NO REASON

1. River flood overflows in
the area
2. Good supply of clean
water

3. The wind direction is

facing to the residential
area
4. Agricultural land

5. There is no accessible
road
 SELECTION OF SUITABLE SITE FOR POULTRY PRODUCTION
Proper siting of new poultry facilities is extremely important. Problems can result if
facilities are built in unfavorable locations. The best time to handle potential problems is
BEFORE they occur. Proper planning will help prevent environmental problems from
occurring, and will save time, money and headaches in the long run.

Factors to consider in site selection

 Strategically located within the approved land use plan

 Have adequate supply of water
 Good access road
 Not prone to flooding
 Accessible to major facilities of production
 Prevailing wind
 Topography

Strategically located within the approved land use plan

Put up the poultry farm based on the approved land use plan in the locality, either
its agriculture land or industrial one. The location of nearby homes should be the number
one consideration when evaluating potential locations for poultry facilities. Good
neighbors can quickly become enemies if the building site is too closed to nearby homes.

Have adequate supply of water

Water is a very critical component for Poultry
farming success. It influences birds’ performance
and growth. In a layer production, shortage of
water for just some few hours can result in
reduced eggs production, whiles it can cause
stunt growth in Broiler farming. It is proven that
chickens would normally drink water twice as
much as their food therefore clean water should
be available at all times.
Good access road
The condition of public roads must be adequate to allow feed trucks, chick- delivery
vehicles and live-haul trucks access to the buildings during all times of the year.
Not prone to flooding
Floods cause tremendous destruction of life and property and could harm the
economy. It may destroy poultry houses, causes shortage of clean water, disrupt
transportation communication and may cause disease outbreak that will endanger the
health of poultry stocks.
Accessible to major facilities of production
The building site needs to have adequate land area available for other buildings,
such as dead-bird composting and litter storage. These buildings should be out of public
view if possible. The buildings need to be located close enough to the production facilities
to minimize travel time, but far enough away to reduce possible disease transmission.
Topography
Whether the site is level, gently rolling or hilly will determine the amount of grade
work that must be done to get a level area for the buildings. Preferably, the topography
will allow the long axis of the poultry house to be located in an east-west direction. This
helps to minimize the amount of direct sunlight that would enter through the sidewalls of
the houses.
Prevailing wind

Prevailing wind direction must be

considered when wind currents flow
from the chicken house toward any
residence. Odors from poultry houses
must be given adequate time and
distance to dissipate before reaching a
residence. The distance from the
poultry house location to any residence
would need to be greater if prevailing
winds were toward the residence.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Selection of Suitable Size for Poultry Production)
Worksheet Number: _______

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

1. You are planning to put up a poultry business in your barangay. Sketch the
proposed location of your business.

2. What are the factors you consider in choosing that particular site for your poultry
business? Justify your answer.
RUBRIC for Number 1:

EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS

EARNED
(20) (15) (10) (5)

Proportions Proportions of Proportions Proportions The sketch is

the sketch of the of the disproportional
mirror the size sketch sketch to the size and
and shape of closely somewhat shape of
sketched resemble resemble sketched
object the size the size object
and shape and shape
of sketched of sketched
object object

Attention to The sketch The sketch The sketch The sketch is

Detail shows great appears shows lacking details.
attention to realistic but detail but
detail and is contains needs
realistic some further
representation missing refinement
of the object. elements to appear
of detail realistic

Neatness Clean, neat Neat but Poor Messy

with no with some appearance appearance
smudges smudges with stains.

Total
RUBRIC for Number 2:

EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS

EARNED
(20) (15) (10) (5)

Knowledge Presents Presents Presents Presents

and accurate accurate some incomplete
Understanding information information accurate information
and insightful and information and/or
ideas, complete and some inaccurate
thoughts and ideas, ideas, ideas,
feelings in thoughts thoughts thoughts and
the texts. and and feelings in
feelings in feelings in the texts.
the texts. the texts.

Interpretation Express Express Express Contribution

and analysis ideas and good ideas some is mainly
arguments and ideas and summary,
that are arguments arguments not ideas
effectively that are that are supported by
supported by supported supported relevant
relevant by relevant by some evidence or
evidence or evidence relevant reasons.
reasons. or reasons. evidence
or reasons.

Organization Clearly Mostly Somewhat Little sense

focused and focused focused of any
well- and and focused or
developed developed developed developed
point. point. points. point.
 LESSON 4
PREPARE CHICKEN HOUSE DESIGN BASED ON THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL
STANDARD (PNS) RECOMMENDATION
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Explain the different factor in successful housing management.
 Understand how the management of poultry house management
influence the performance of the chicken.
 Propose a poultry housing design suited for free-range chicken.

ACTIVITY 1.1.5 

Describe the qualities of a house that makes you happy and comfortable. You
can answer it at your convenience (either essay, drawing, enumeration, poem or song).
POULTRY HOUSING MANAGEMENT
Housing is a very important factor for poultry farming. Basically, the poultry
housing is the main process of keeping the birds healthy, fast growing and producing the
maximum. Poultry need accurate management and environment for better production and
welfare. Whether the poultry raised in indoor or outdoor system, make sure its housing is
well-managed, well-ventilated, have a proper and right lighting and temperature and good
litter condition.

Ventilation remov
High relative
es dampness and
humidity, removes humidity (presence
ammonia of water vapor in
fumes coming the air) and
from the manure ammonia (cause of
and helps keep the
coop from getting
bad odor) makes
too hot chickens more
susceptible to
respiratory disease

LIGHT helps the poultry birds to be productive, finding food and

simulating them for reproduction. Besides light, the poultry birds also need
dark period for keeping good health and producing melatonin hormone
(which is very important for immune function).

Philippine National Standard (PNS)

Housing for animals will not be mandatory in areas with appropriate climatic
conditions to enable animals to live outdoors. Animals may be temporarily confined
during periods of unfavorable weather, when the health, safety, and well-being of the
animal could be jeopardized, or to protect plant, soil, and water quality.
The stocking density in buildings should:
 provide for the comfort and wellbeing of the animals having regard for the species,
breed, and age of the animals;
 take into account the behavioral needs of the animals with respect to the size of
the group and the sex of the animals; and
 provide the animals with sufficient space to stand naturally, lie down easily, turn
round, groom themselves, and assume all-natural postures and movements such
as stretching and wing flapping.

Suitable Housing Design for Free-range Chicken

Free-range chicken houses should be built in a manner that allows the chicken to
be pasture-fed, and to get plenty of sunshine and wind and simply grow freely in an open
atmosphere. However, this system of production exposed the chicken to unpredictable
changes in weather conditions that could reduce performance if the housing style is not
suited for it.
The open-house designs are generally the more desirable in free-range chicken
farming. If the house is closed, mechanical ventilation aid can be added such as fans.
Litter should be provided in order to dilute the droppings and keep the house cleaner for
a longer duration of time. The litter also allows the birds to dust bathe although this can
also be accomplished if the chickens are allowed to roam out and about in the range.
A house should be tall enough so that you can walk through it without any
hindrance. Consider a height of at least 7feet. The bottom part can be made of steel while
the top up made of wire mesh which is covered with curtains. The steel section should
be a mechanical structure which can be raised in order to allow the birds to exit or enter
the poultry structure.
Additionally, the range area where the chickens graze should be fenced with
chicken wire that is at least 2m tall so that they do not stray outside their designated
chicken run and are not exposed to other vile predators.
Example of Chicken Houses
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Selection of Suitable Size for Poultry Production)
Worksheet Number: _______

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

You and your friends are going to venture to free-range organic chicken
production. As an expert on this field, you are assigned to design a poultry house for the
said project. Create your own version of poultry house and base it on PNS and experts’
recommendations. Make a few notes to convince your business partners on why you
believe that it could maximize the performance of the chicken.
RUBRIC for Worksheet:
CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS
(20 points) (15 points) (10 points) (5 points) EARNED
Creativity Work generally Work generally Work Work
unique, detailed unique, somewhat occasionall
and interesting. detailed and unique, y unique,
Explores interesting. detailed or detailed or
several different Explores interesting. interesting.
options and several Shows Similar to
take many different some examples
creative risks. options and developing shown.
take some ideas but
creative risks. without a
true sense
of
originality.
Craftmanship Work done with Work done with Work done Work done
exceptional good care and with basic with
care and attention to care and minimal
attention to detail and attention to care and
detail and neatness. detail and attention to
neatness. neatness. detail and
neatness.
Effort Work shows Work shows Work Work
exceptional good effort, shows shows
effort, planning planning and basic minimal
and pride. pride. effort, effort,
planning planning
and pride. and pride.
Total
 LESSON 5
PREPARE HOUSE EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION DESIGN IN LINE WITH
PNS RECOMMENDATION AND ACTUAL SCENARIO.
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
1. Describe the necessary equipment for successful poultry
production.
2. Identify correctly the equipment needed to install in the poultry
house.
3. Describe how each equipment is used flawlessly.

ACTIVITY 1.1.6 
Enumerate the different poultry equipment used in the image below.

Poultry Equipment:

1. __________________

2. __________________

3. __________________

4. __________________

5. __________________
 POULTRY FARMING EQUIPMENT
Like other agribusiness, the goal of a poultry production cannot be met if proper
equipment is not in place. Poultry equipment are the materials needed to set up poultry
farm to ease the operations and in turn increase the productivity of the farm. This
equipment should be simple in construction, cheap, movable, easily cleaned and can be
disinfected whenever necessary.

EQUIPMENT FOR DAY-OLD CHICKS

1. Brooder Pen
- It is where day-old chicks are reared until about 4 weeks of age.
2. Litter Material
- Mop up any liquid waste to achieve a dry environment always like saw
dust, rice hull and coco coir.
3. Feeders
- The feeders are commonly plastic as it is
easy to handle and clean.
- Mostly flat in shape for easy access.
4. Drinker
- Essential for continues supply of water
wherein a poultry bird can drink anytime it
desires.
5. Heater
- The chicks need heat to enhance and improve their appetite.
- Common source of heat is incandescent bulb.
Other Poultry Equipment
1. Incubator
- Used for hatching the bird eggs in unnatural ways
2. Perches or Roosts
- Chicken start roosting when it is 8 weeks old.
Apart from catering its natural instinct to get
above the ground at night, perches help
materially to keep the bird’s feet and
plumage clean.
3. Nest Boxes
- Each pen should have a roomy, movable,
cool and well-ventilated and conveniently
located next boxes for laying eggs.

4. Feed Hoppers
- Troughs, pots and pans are used for feeding and should be of suitable
size for a particular age and size of birds
5. Watering Device
- Water container should be easily cleaned because contaminated water
tends to spread certain diseases around the flock.
6. Egg Tray
- It keeps the egg.
- Helps in the proper handling of the eggs
during collection

7. Crate
- A plastic cage used in transporting chickens
from one location to another.
8. Measuring Scale
- For proper record keeping, a scale is used
to determine the egg weight and chicken
weight at different ages.

9. Fencing
- It is a must in free-range poultry production.
- It protects the poultry birds from all types of predators.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Poultry Farming Equipment)
Worksheet Number: _______

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

In organic agricultural production, the farmers are encourage to use indigenous
materials. Identify some materials that are naturally and locally found in your area that
could be turned into poultry equipment. Submit one (1) output for checking.

Table 1. Equipment made of Indigenous Materials

No. Indigenous Equipment Method of Making
Material
1. Cut off the bamboo from one
Bamboo Drinker node to the next, leaving a 5 inches
allowance from each node.
1 2. Divide the bamboo into two
pieces, use the larger portion.
3. Insert a stick on each end
perpendicular to the length of the
bamboo to avoid water spillage.
2

3
RUBRIC for Table 1:
CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS
(20 points) (15 points) (10 points) (5 points) EARNED

Ideas Presents Presents Ideas are too Ideas are

ideas in an ideas in a general vague or
original consistent unclear
manner manner

Organization Strong and Organized Some No

organized beg/mid/end organization; organization;
beg/mid/end attempt at a lack
beg/mid/end beg/mid/end

Understanding Writing shows Writing shows Writing shows Writing shows

strong a clear adequate little
understanding understanding understanding understanding

Total
RUBRIC for Output:

CRITERIA EXCELLEN GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS

T (15 points) (10 points) (5 points) EARNE
(20 points) D
Creativity Exceptionall Thoughtfully A few Show little
y clever and and uniquely original creativity,
unique in presented; touches originality
showing clever at enhance the and/or effort
deep times in project to in
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material material
Neatness Exceptionall Attractive Acceptably Distractingly
and y attractive and neat in attractive but messy or
Attractivenes and design and may be very poorly
s particularly layout messy at designed.
neat in times and/or Does not
design and show lack of show pride
layout organization in work.
Effort Work shows Work shows Work shows Work shows
exceptional good effort, basic effort, minimal
effort, planning and planning and effort,
planning and pride. pride. planning and
pride. pride.
Total
 LEARNING OUTCOME 2
SET-UP CAGE EQUIPMENT
LESSON 6
INSTALL HOUSE EQUIPMENT IN LINE WITH HOUSING DESIGN
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
1. Understand the different ways of installing equipment.
2. Figure out the impact of correct installation of equipment to
poultry production
3. Install different poultry housing equipment properly and on time.

ACTIVITY 1.2.1 
Arrange the following scrambled letters to come up with the correct words.

Scramble Word: Answer:

1. M I T E L Y 1. __________________

2. R E C T C O R 2. __________________

3. R E P O R P 3. __________________

4. M E N T E Q U I P 4. __________________

5. S T A L L I N 5. __________________
 INSTALLATION OF POULTRY HOUSE EQUIPMENT

There are many types of poultry equipment available which are necessary for
successful poultry farming. Proper management, care and sufficient equipment are
important for successful production of poultry. It is best to follow the correct process of
installation of this equipment to avoid performance issues and to help poultry owners
realize the true return on investment (ROI).

INSTALL - place or fix (equipment or machinery) in

position ready for use

Equipment for Day-old Chicks

When planning hatchings or chick purchases, plan the brooder as well. It’s best to
have a full setup, which includes food, water, grit, bedding, and a heat source when they
arrive. In that way, they immediately feel comfortable in their new environment and will
have fast recovery from travel shock. Each moment a baby chick is too cold is another
moment that its health is declining.

 Brooder Pen
The preparation should start in 2 weeks before the arrival of the chicks. It must
be thoroughly washed and disinfected to ensure that all pathogens are eliminated. The
pen can be made of wooden material, bricks or any indigenous materials. It must
provide adequate protection against pests.

 Litter Material
Bedding material should start off dry so seven (7) to ten (10) days before the arrival
of new chicks, start spreading the shavings uniformly over the floor to dry completely. Do
not spread it too thin, it cannot absorb much moisture.

 Feeders
Keep sufficient numbers of feeder in the poultry house according to the number of
the chickens. If the number of feeders is less than the population of chickens then they
cannot consume enough food and their health will be affected. If the feeder is more than
the population of chickens, then there will be food wastage and the feeding cost
increases.

 Drinker
Ensure the drinker is positioned so it cannot be tipped over or dirtied by poop or
scratched dirt. This can easily be done by either hanging the container at about the height
of the back of a chicken or placing the container up on a stand.

 Heater
Heat lamps or bulbs can be purchased from feed or pet stores or hardware. Always
use a lamp setup made specifically for heat bulbs. Secure the lamp well; if it falls into a
brooder, results are tragic. And keep bulbs at least two feet from combustible materials.

Other Poultry Equipment

 Incubator
Selection of right incubator is a tedious process. It takes a lot of consideration:
number of eggs need to be hatched; either its forced air or the still air type; level of control;
the ease of cleaning; and lastly, your budget. Whatever you decide to purchase, read the
guide carefully before using your incubator.

 Perches or Roosts
Perches can be made from long wooden bars of two square inches and rounded
at the top and flat at the bottom. Fix these perches about 16 inches above the ground and
near the walls in such a way that they can be removed for disinfection. Allow a space of
12 inches between two perches. Each bird will need about 8 inches of the perch to roost.
The rear perches should rest a little higher than those at the front if they were arranged
parallel to the length of the house. This will encourage some of the birds that like to roost
high to get to the back perches. Paint the perches occasionally with creosote to prevent
insects.
  Nest Boxes
Dark nests are desirable because they result in less scratching in the nest, less
egg breakage and less egg eating. The laying nest is mostly made of wooden or
indigenous material of about 45-50 cm3. It is lined with soft hay or straw inside to ensure
the eggs do not get cracked. It is commonly placed close to the wall of the pen.

 Feed Hoppers
The number of feeders provided for a poultry farm should be according to the
amount of birds available. It is important that you always keep the feeders clean to ensure
the health safety of the birds.

 Egg Tray
Egg trays play a serious role in the protection of eggs during transportation and
storage. Therefore, be sure to have enough supply all throughout the operation.

 Crate
Always make sure that your birds can comfortably stand inside the crates. Most
crates come stacked and need to assemble first before using. It is very important to
assemble them properly right from the start since the process is irreversible and it cannot
be disassembled once it has been set up. For the ease of operation, one can select either
a crate that comes with clear instructions or just buy pre-assembled ones.

 Measuring Scale
Balance the Empty Scale. Ensure that the scale is always maintained in zero
balance. Check the balance every day before and after the weighing. The zero balance,
time and date of the balance empty scale must be mechanically printed or documented
accurately before any poultry bird or feed is weighed.

 Lighting instrument
Install the bulb in a manner that it will give lights evenly at all levels or have a linear
light that gives no gaps in light intensity between the different areas. However, one of the
big challenges in devising optimum lighting conditions for the whole poultry industry has
been working out how to manage a free-range system. Just remember to keep the area
where the birds go to nest darker.

 Fencing
Fencing is extremely important, especially with free-range chickens, because it
provides a perimeter for your property and garden landscape. It sets a boundary that
keeps things in — and things out. There are many different fencing materials one could
choose: wire, wood and even plastic.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Installation of Poultry House Equipment)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

1. When is the best time to install the housing equipment?

2. Why should we choose equipment that is easy to clean?

3. How important a proper installation of equipment is?

RUBRIC for Essay

CRITERIA EXCELLEN GOOD FAIR POOR POINTS

T (15 points) (10 points) (5 points) EARNE
(20 points) D
Ideas Presents Presents Ideas are Ideas are
ideas in an ideas in a too general vague or
original consistent unclear
manner manner
Organization Strong and Organized Some No
organized beg/mid/end organization; organization;
beg/mid/end attempt at a lack
beg/mid/end beg/mid/end
Understandin Writing Writing Writing Writing
g shows shows a shows shows little
strong clear adequate understandin
understandin understandin understandin g
g g g
Sentence Sentence Sentence Sentence No sense of
Structure structure structure is structure is sentence
enhances evident; limited; structure or
meaning; sentences sentences flow
flows mostly flow need to flow
throughout
the piece
Total
 LESSON 7
SECURE AVAILABLE BEDDING MATERIALS IN THE LOCALITY
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Explain the bedding materials of poultry.
 Compare the different bedding materials available in the locality.
 Decide which bedding materials to use for poultry house.

ACTIVITY 1.2.2 
Find and encircle each word in the puzzle below.

SAND VERMICOMPOST COCO COIR

RICE HULL SOIL SALT
BEDDING CONCOCTION SAWDUST

V M Q R R I O C O C O C
T E Y U I O P A S D F G
L Z R X C V S O I L H J
L K L M Z X N B V C L S
U P O Q I W S D G N V A
H T Y O N C O C T I O N
E Y U I G D O N X Z A D
C S E R F V B M N H U I
I P L N G R E D P Z S W
R B E D D I N G O E Q
C V G H U K T L A S S A
S A W D U S T G F S D T
 LOCALLY AVAILABLE BEDDING MATERIALS FOR CHICKEN

Local availability is a driving factor among bedding options for poultry producers.
Bedding is material used for the comfort of the hens as well as for hygienically reasons.
It can help absorb odors from manure, provide a soft foundation for chickens leaping from
their roost (as well as eggs that may fall out of the nesting boxes), and make for a quicker
clean-up job when it’s chore day in the coop.
The most obvious requirement is that it should be safe for your birds to use but
there are other desirable qualities in bedding: it should not compact down and be
absorbent for as long as possible. Damp bedding not only encourages bacteria, some of
which can be harmful to poultry but also releases ammonia which damages the
respiratory system.
Bedding also referred to as litter in
its unused state.

Generally, the bedding (or litter) should be changed on a regular basis with the
frequency depending on how heavily it gets contaminated. Usually, it should be changed
anywhere between two to three weeks. Do not throw away waste beddings because it
could be turned into organic manure.

In organic farming, odor is tolerable because of the bedding

materials that includes micro-organism which suppress the
growth of non-beneficial micro-organism that is responsible of the
bad odor.

The recommended bedding material for organic chicken production are coco coir,
sawdust, wood shavings, rice straw and rice hull. They are mixed with sand, garden soil
or vermicomposting, salt and organic concoction. These materials can be cheaply
sourced and readily available at all time anywhere in the country.

Chicken Bedding Option:

  Coco Coir
Coir, a fibrous material from the husk of a coconut, are used as bedding in poultry
farms to absorb chicken waste so as to keep the farm clean and dry.

Coco Coir Sawdust

 Sawdust
Using sawdust is desirable because of its relatively small and fine particle size.
Hence, it has a large surface area to absorb moisture and other liquid wastes. However,
it is not recommended to use as bedding materials for the chicks as it can easily cause
respiratory disorder and irritation to the eyes due to their fineness.

 Rice Straws
Straws can be used as bedding materials although it compacts easily and not
very absorbent so they need to be changed regularly. The best way to use straws is to
chop it one-inch long to work effectively.

 Wood Shavings
Wood shavings provide a cushion effect on the chicks, have relatively larger
particle size. Shavings keep smells down and reduce ammonia in the air from droppings
that can cause respiratory damage and eye problems.

 Rice Hull
Rice hulls are typically free from excessive dust and their size, thermal conductivity
and drying rate make them a good choice for bedding.
  Sand
Sand is an inexpensive option for bedding. Clean, dry sand prevents any bacterial
growth. Clean, sharp sand is the freest from dust and easy to keep clean, as the dropping
lay on top and are easily lifted off.

Chicken bathing on wood shavings

 Garden Soil
Garden soil boost biodiversity which is beneficial to poultry bird.

 Vermicompost
Vermicompost keeps the bedding from smelling foul. It is free from soil pathogens
that may affect the health of the chicks.

 Salt
Salt encourage feed consumption that results in faster growth and improved
muscle, nerve and immune system functions of chicken thus, optimizing the performance
in meat and egg production.

 Organic Concoctions
These concoctions, a combination of various processed ingredients locally found
in the farm, contain beneficial microorganisms that help hasten the decomposition
process and control odor of animal beddings. Typically, recommended concoction to
spray on animal bedding are Indigenous Microorganisms (IMO), Fish Amino Acid (FAA)
and Fermented Plant Juice (FPJ).
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Locally Available Bedding Materials for Chicken)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

I. Matching Type. Match Column A with the items in Column B. Write your
answers on the space provided before each number.

A B

____1. It optimizes the performance of a. Bedding

meat and egg production of
chicken. materials

____2. The best way to use is to chop it b. Wood Shaving

one-inch long before using to work
effectively. c. Sawdust

____3. It provides a soft foundation for d. Salt

chickens leaping from their roost.
e. Sand
____4. It is best to use as beddings for the
chicks because of its relatively f. Coco Coir
larger size.
g. Rice Hall
____5. It is inexpensive and prevents
bacterial growth.

____6. Control the odor of poultry

beddings.
 LESSON 8
PREPARE BEDDING BASED ON HOUSING EQUIPMENT HOUSING
DESIGN.
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
 Explain how to prepare the bedding materials.
 Modify the bedding materials based on the availability and
budget.
 Mix bedding materials correctly according to the standard ratio
and proportion.
 Decide which bedding materials to use for poultry house.

ACTIVITY 1.2.3 
Let us play 4 PIC 1 WORD game.
 PREPARE POULTRY BEDDING

Chicken bedding is something that you place in the bottom of the chicken coop
and/or nesting boxes that will collect chicken waste and moisture. Bedding is important
for the following reasons:

 It acts like a sponge

 Absorbs fecal moisture then release it into the air
 Dilutes excreta
 Provides cushion
 Acts as an insulator (vital during cold weather condition)
Depth of Litter
 about 1-2 inches (2.54 – 5 cm) deep
This deep can provide good footing and ample opportunity for scratching and
dusting behavior. Stir frequently the beddings to avoid caking and change as needed to
keep the brooder dry and clean as possible. When the bedding develops strong odor and
looks soiled, scoop it out and change with fresh bedding.

Keep the bedding clean and fresh. Damp

bedding become breeding ground of pathogens
and releases ammonia which damages the bird’s
respiratory system and causes eye problems.

 deep litter method

In this method, the coop will be cleaned out only a couple of times a year. When
the bedding gets soiled, just add fresh bedding. The old bedding decomposes
underneath and can be used as compost for the plant later.
Bedding Materials Ratio and Proportion

Where:

8 sacks - coco coir, sawdust, wood shaving,

rice straw or rice hull;

8:1:1:1 1 sack - vermicompost or garden soil;

1 sack - sieved sand; and

1 kg - salt
Mix together all the bedding materials according to your need. Spray it with organic
concoction after spreading on the poultry pen. Highly recommended organic concoction
is Indigenous Microorganism.
Problem
1. If you have 2 sacks vermicompost and you plan to use it all? How much rice hull, sieved
sand and salt will you need for your bedding materials?
Given: 2 sacks vermicompost
Required: rice hull = ?; sieved sand = ?; salt = ?
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Prepare Poultry Bedding)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

II. Problem Solving: Solve the volume of the bedding materials needed for the following
problems using the standard ratio and proportion of mixing bedding materials.

1. James Reid is going to put up a small poultry house. Nadine Luster offered him 4
sacks of wood shavings for the bedding of his chicks. How much of the other
bedding materials he will need?

2. Cardo Dalisay, a retired policeman, ventured into organic chicken poultry business.
He has 3 sacks of sieved sand on hand. How much coco coir, garden soil and salt
will he need to purchase to attend the right mixture of the bedding materials?
 LESSON 9
SET-UP BROODING FACILITY BASED ON THE HOUSING EQUIPMENT
INSTALLATION DESIGN.
Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
1. Describe how to prepare brooding facility.
2. Explain the importance of setting-up the brooding facility properly.
3. Complete the set-up of the equipment inside the brooder house
based on the recommended design.

ACTIVITY 1.2.4 
Observe the difference of the two pictures. Write your observation on the provided space.

Figure 1 Figure 2
 BROODING FACILITY

Chicks hatched in an incubator have no mother hen to keep them warm. Without
care and warmth, they will not survive, so you need to have brooding pen ready before
they start to hatch. Brooding pens are designed to house chicks from one day old until
they no longer need supplementary heat (0-8 weeks). With a few pieces of equipment
and a small place to put them, success in brooding and rearing is virtually assured.
Set-up brooding facility

 All facilities should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

 Set up the heat lamp or other heat source and check if they are working properly.

 Make sure the feeder and drinker are cleaned and ready.

 The bedding/litter materials must be disinfected, leveled and compacted to prevent

chick crowding.

 Ventilation should be adequate to remove undesirable gases such as ammonia

preserve heat, prevent draught and provide clean air.

 Pre-heat the brooding house at 29° C-32° Celsius for 24 hours before chicks’ arrival.

 Feeder should be provided at a rate of 1 per 30 chicks. Use small feeder, ideally
with a partitioned trough, keeps the chicks out of their food and stops them from
scratching it into the bedding.

 1 supplementary drinker to be provided per 50 chicks. Use a narrow-lipped drinker

to prevent chicks soiling their water, getting wet or drowning.

 Lighting should be continuous for the first 48 hours to allow the chicks to adjust on
their new environment.
 Brooder house should be isolated from Fresh food and clean water must
other houses containing older birds. be immediately available on the
arrival of the chicks.

Place long waterers or feeders The normal guidance is to start brooding

pointing toward the heat source. temperature at 35 degrees Celsius the
At early age, chicks do not know first week of a chick's life, then decrease
how to navigate around an object. it by three degrees each week until the
In this way, it is easy for them to brooder temperature is the same as the
get back to the brooder or heater ambient air.
after eating and drinking.

Initial stocking density:

40 chicks/m2 (4 chicks/ft2)

Key Brooding Equipment

For brooding to be successful, there are equipment that should available inside the
brooder house/pen which includes:
1. Brooder Guard
2. Brooder or Heater
3. Thermometer

 Brooder Guard
Brooder guard is a hardboard that can be made to form a ring or circle with ease
and used to restrict the movement of chicks within a certain heated area.

 Brooder or Heater
Heater is used to generate or produce supplementary heat to warm the chicks
using electric bulb, thermostatically-controlled heater, charcoal or kerosene stove.
 Thermometer
 With the help of the room thermometer, you will know if the temperature within the
brooding house is cold, moderate or high. In the absence of thermometer, the behavior
of chicks in the brooder could be used as indicator of the present temperature.

Behavior of chicks on different temperature:

Factors of Successful Brooding
Proper Temperature
- Temperature is critical and should be maintained as recommended.
- Each moment a baby chick is too cold is another moment its health declines.

Adequate space allowance

- Provide chicks with adequate floor, feeding and drinking space allowances.

Adequate Ventilation
- Ventilation distributes heat throughout the house and maintains good air
quality in the brooding area.

Proper Sanitation
- Sanitation of the brooder is very crucial. Proper hygiene controls diseases, and
pests.

Adequate lighting facilities

- The presence of light in the brooder encourages the chicks to keep close to
the sources of heat and help them locate the feeder and waterer.

Adequate water and feed

- Chicks need constant access to feed and water.
 RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN
(Locally Available Bedding Materials for Chicken)
Worksheet Number: ________

Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade & Section: __________________________ Score: ________________

I. Matching Type. Match Column A with the items in Column B. Write your
answers on the space provided before each number.
A B

____1. In arranging the feeder and a. Light

drinker, at what direction
should it be facing? b. Normal temperature
____2. It is use to generate c. Feed and water
supplementary heat to warm
the chicks. d. Space
____3. How long will you pre-heat the
brooder house? e. Observe chicks’

____4. How will you monitor the behavior

temperature inside the brooder
house if there is no available f. Brooder
thermometer?
g. Pointing towards heat
____5. The chicks must have access
to these anytime they will source
desire.
____6. Prevents the incidence of h. Thermometer
disease outbreak.
i. 40 chicks/sq.m.
____7. The chicks spreading evenly
and chirping contently while j. Brooder guard
eating.
k. 24 hours
____8. It distributes the heat and
maintains good air quality l. Sanitation
throughout the house.
m. ventilation
____9. It is use to restrict the
movement of the chicks.
____10. Initial stocking density of the
chicks.
 PRE - TEST 
Test I. Directions: Read the following questions carefully. Write the letter of your answer
in the space provided
____1.The following are the components of an Organic feeds, except ___
A. Protein
B. Sugar
C. Minerals
D. Lipids
___2.Why is record keeping important?
A. It will guide you to correct failures.
B. Serves as basis for next innovation.
C. Easily tracts problem causal indicators through record.
D. All of the above.
____3.Which of the following is not a characteristic of a mash feed?
1. Powdery
2. Compacted
3. dry
4. All of the above
____4.Can you apply commercially manufactured synthetic feed additives?
A. Yes B. No C. Maybe D. Whatever
____5. What is the correct percentage of protein in the starter feed mash?
A. 35% B. 50% C.75% D. 40%
____6. The following are sources of Carbohydrates, except _________.
A. Fish mill B. Corn grits C. Rice bran D. None
____7. The required number of chicks per square meter in organic free range
chicken.
A. 13 B. 23 C.3 D. 33
_____8. This composting method can be done with air and it may last to four
to five weeks after stocking the worms.
A. Anaerobic B. Aerobic
 B. C. Decomposition D. Non-Biodegradable Materials
____9. In feed preparation, it is important to observe the following expect ____.
A. The containers are dry and sanitize
B. The site has many predators.
C. Materials use must be organically obtain.
D. Containers must have covers.
___10. Which of the following is not an example of feed form?
A. Mash B. pellet C. crumble D. scramble
Test II. Matching Type
Instruction:
1. SCRAMBLED WORDS: Write the correct word in the blank provided in COLUMN B
2. Then connect the letter of your answer to match with COLUMN A.
A B
____1 CORN ________a. pilid
____2.COPRA MILL ________b. enramil
____3.CALPHOS ________c. idfetacnist
____4. FPJ ________d. PEP
____5.SOYA MILL ________e. cesdeas
____6.LIMESTONE ________f. ratew
____7. PELLET ________g. archytsredboa
____8. GLOVES ________h. eitnorp
____9.AVIAN FOX ________I. simcvitan
___10. DRINKER ________ j. deef
TRUE OR FALSE: Write ORGANIC if the state is true and INORGANIC if false. Write
your answer on the space provided.
____________ 1. Processing and handling of organic and non-organic products must
be done separately.
_____________2. Bulk stores for organic product should not be separated from non-
organic product stores and clearly labeled to that effect.
_____________3. All products shall not be adequately identified through the whole
process until final labeling.
_____________4. Poultry intended for meat products should be organically reared after
21 days from hatching.
_____________5. Organic and non-organic products shall be stored and transported
together.
_____________6. Weight of chicken for harvest must range from 600 – 1200g.
_____________7. Organic products must be protected at all times from commingling with
non-organic
_____________8. When equipment is not exclusively used for organic products, the
equipment should be properly cleaned before processing organic products.
____________9. Measures should not be taken to prevent possible contamination from
any pesticide or other treatment.
____________10. Handlers and processors shall not commingle organic products with
non-organic products.

Test IV. Enumeration:

1. Can you name The Main Components of Organic feeds?

2. What are the types/ forms of feed?

Test V. Essay:

1. Do you find organic feeding difficult in raising organic chicken? Why?

2. Do you think feed sorting and feed size affects your chicken health and diet?
How?
 SELF-CHECK 

1. What are the 3 key points you want to remember from this module?

2. What additional information do you need on this module?

 CONCEPT REVIEW 

LEARNING OUTCOME 3

SELECT SUITABLE FEEDING MATERIALS AVAILABLE IN THE

LOCALITY AND NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS OF CHICKEN

Organic chicken feed are feeds given to livestock which are certified that is free

of additives such as pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, GMO or other ‘foreign’ substances

that affects or enhances the quality of a particular seed or plant. The seeds used must

be certified organic, as much as the land they grow on, since no pesticides are used,

human labor is more intensive. The end product must be shipped and processed

separately from conventional food. In the Philippines organic agriculture farming is quiet

promising for people eventually are health conscious and more aware with regards to

physical fitness and health. Reason why organic farmers must secure organic certification

and identity, and must follow the (PNS) Philippine National Standard.

Feeding animals is a vital role when caring for all types of animals. One must have

the heart and skills needed to attend animals needs and safety, in a way that adheres

to animal welfare and health requirements, and to plan and monitor animal feeding

regimes.
 LESSON 10

SELECT SUITABLE FEEDING MATERIALS AVAILABLE IN THE

LOCALITY AND NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS OF CHICKEN
Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Identify component sources of a chicken feed mix
 Name and classify feed component according to their sources
 Understand the importance of organic feed and organic farming.

5 MAIN COMPONENTS OF FEEDS

1. Protein - any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large
molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential
part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such
as muscle, hair, collagen, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies.
2. Fats - a natural oily or greasy substance occurring in animal bodies, especially when
deposited as a layer under the skin or around certain organs.
3. Lipids- any of a class of organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives
and are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. They include many natural
oils, waxes, and steroids.
4. Carbohydrates-any of a large group of organic compounds occurring in foods and
living tissues and including sugars, starch, and cellulose. They contain hydrogen and
oxygen in the same ratio as water (2:1) and typically can be broken down to release
energy in the animal body.
5. Vitamins - any of a group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth
and nutrition and are required in small quantities in the diet because they cannot be
synthesized by the body
6. Minerals - an inorganic substance needed by the human body for good health.and a
solid inorganic substance of natural occurrence.
7. Water- is an essential nutrient. Many factors influence water intake, including
environmental temperature, relative humidity, salt and protein levels of the diet, birds’
productivity (rate of growth or egg production), and the individual bird’s ability to resorb
 water in the kidney. . Cool, clean water, uncontaminated by high levels of minerals or
other potential toxic substances, must be available at all times.
Table 1
Shows components of feed and percentage needed per mixture

Components Percentage need per mixture

Protein 25%
Lipids/Fats 8%
Carbohydrates 60%
Vitamins 2%
Minerals 5% = 100%
Total

Table 2
Nutrient Source

Nutrient Sources
Nutrient Animal Plant Sources Others
Protein Fish meal, Soya meal
oysters,snails azolla
,crab meals
Lipids/Fats Copra meal flax-
Raise
seeds
Carbohydrates Corn/rice-bran
oats /wheat barley
&
root-crops
Vitamins Oyster FFJ, FPJ, FAA
shells,kelp
Minerals Probiotic,Cult Salt,CRH,soil,
ured yeast water,limestone

Chickens on Pasture /Open Range Feeding

 One really easy way to feed the chickens and reduce the amount of chicken feed
required is to raise them on pasture. This is the most natural diet chicken can eat. As long
as they have enough acreage or area consistently fresh pasture (e.g., a movable coop),
chickens can self-regulate. It's easy for them to find enough insects, bugs, weeds,
grasses, and seeds to stay healthy. It's also a good idea to have a supplemental feed for
them even if they are primarily foraging. (https://www.thespruce.com)
Equipment Needed
Mixing feed for more than a handful of chickens requires a commercial, heavy-duty
feed or flour mill. With this, freshly grind the grains can be purchase for poultry, but in
cases where raising enough numbers of poultry
manual mixing is acceptable.
It is also need to think about storage for the bags
of grains to buy. Consider building a storage bin with
partitions for each of the grains and a lid on the top. In
using a sliding gate at the bottom to dispense the grain,
it can naturally rotate the grains. Wood boxes and
containers will do as long as grains and feed materials
are secured. It may need to clean the bins out
completely once or twice a year to prevent pest
infestations and for sanitation purposes. Feeding Troughs/bins

Drinkers/Waterer
 ACTIVITY 1.2.5 

TRY THIS!

I. Formative Assessment:
Instruction: Get a handful of mix feed available in your backyard. Name the sources of
each and what kind of feed component they belong. Write your answers in the table
provided below.
A. Mash feed

Nutrient Sources
Others
Component Animal Plant Sources
B. Mix Seeds/Grains (e.g seven kinds)

Nutrient Sources
Component Animal Plant Sources Others

C. Open range/Pastured Feed Chicken

Nutrient Sources
Component Animal Plant Sources Others
Part II. ESSAY: SHARE YOUR VIEWS CLEARLY.
1. Do you find organic feeding difficult in raising organic chicken?
Why?

2. Are the feeding materials available within your locality?

Can you name them?

3. Does it really need to be your materials for mixing feed be organic?

Why do you think so?
RUBRICS FOR CHECKING:
CATEGORY 10 7 5 2

Organization Information is Information is Information is The

very organized organized with organized, but information
with well- well-constructed paragraphs appears to be
constructed paragraphs. are not well- disorganized.
paragraphs constructed. 8)
and
subheadings.

Paragraph All paragraphs Most Paragraphs Paragraphing

Construction include paragraphs included structure was
introductory include related not clear and
sentence, introductory information sentences
explanations sentence, but were were not
or details, and explanations or typically not typically
concluding details, and constructed related within
sentence. concluding well. the
sentence. paragraphs.

Sources All sources All sources All sources Some sources

(information (information and (information are not
and graphics) graphics) are and graphics) accurately
are accurately accurately are accurately documented.
documented in documented, documented,
the desired but a few are but many are
format. not in the not in the
desired format. desired
format.
 LESSON 11

PREPARE FEED MATERIALS FOLLOWING PRESCRIBED FORMULATION

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 To describe the importance of animal feed processing and mixing.

 To explain feed/ingredient sorting and the effects of particle size and
shape on feed mixing.

Methods of Processing
Techniques used to process organic products shall be biological, physical, and
mechanical in nature. Any additive, processing aid, or other material that reacts
chemically with organic products or modifies it must appear in Annex E and shall be used
in accordance with noted restrictions. Any succession/addition/revision from relevant
standard setting bodies.

Feed formulation
The process of quantifying the amounts of feed ingredients that need to be
combined to form a single uniform mixture (diet) for poultry that supplies all of
their nutrient requirements.

Feed formulation requires thorough understanding of the:

(a) nutrient requirements of the class of poultry (e.g., egg layers, meat chickens or
breeders);
(b) feed ingredients in terms of nutrient composition and constraints in terms of nutrition
and processing, and;
(c) cost and availability of the ingredients.
Most large-scale poultry farmers have their own nutritionists and feed mills,
whereas small operations usually depend on consultant nutritionists. It is therefore
essential that formulations are accurate because once feeds are formulated and
manufactured, it is often too late to remedy any mistakes or inaccuracies without incurring
significant expenses. (http://www.poultryhub.org.)

ORGANIC FEED MATERIALS

In the organic table scraps route, the mix should include organic fruits and veggies.

All feed, except minerals and vitamins, must be organically produced. Non-synthetic

vitamins are preferred such as meat and bone meal, may not be included in rations for

being expensive. Fish meal and crab meal are permitted, if they are determine were

organically produced. Non-synthetic but non-agricultural products such as oyster shell

and lime stone are permitted provided they comply with the office of Food, Drug, and

Cosmetic Act. The handling of feed ingredients must comply with organic requirements.

TYPES OF CHICKEN FEED

1. Chick booster mash

2. Chick starter mash/crumble.

3. Grower mash/crumble/ pellets

4. Finisher mash/crumble/pellets

Note: Pellets and crumble feed in organic raising is not always used for the reason during

its process of production under cooking or heat method. Organic feeding must be raw or

process but insuring its freshness and organic components availability.

 ORGANIC CHICKEN FEED FORMS

Mash - a uniform mass made by crushing a

substance into a soft pulp,

sometimes with the addition of liquid

or powdery in appearance.

Pellets - a small, rounded or spherical

body, as of food or medicine.

Crumble - Reminiscent of the texture of

oatmeal, crumble is a semi-loose
variety of chicken feed that is
slightly easier to manage than
mash.

Grains - wheat or any other cultivated

cereal crop used as food.
METHODS OF FEEDING

 DRY FEEDING - Feeds are simply place in feeding containers/troughs

 WET METHOD FEEDING - feeds are mix in water.
 MIX FEEDING - dry feed or wet feed could be given with the inclusion
of silage ,and forage application.

FEED FORMULATION BASED ON CHICKEN AGE

Protein Lipids/Fats Carbohydrates Vitamins Minerals
Starter 35% 8% 50% 2% 5
Grower 25% 8% 60% 2% 5%
Finisher 18% 15% 60% 2% 5%
 ACTIVITY 1.2.6 
Part I.
1. How many kilogram of corn equivalent to 60% (carbohydrates) was used if I have to
mix a grower mash which is 84 kilograms?

2. Using two sources of carbohydrates rice bran and corn grits for starter mash. How
many kilogram is 17% of rice bran added with a total of 72 kilograms mixed feed?

Part II.
 Create a Feed Formulation following the table of feed formulation
 Select only one stage formula (e.g Starter mash…)
 Make it sure that the materials you are going to used is available in the locality and
was not used in the examples that we have

Part III.
1. What is the importance of feed formulation in raising organic chicken?
___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
____________________________.

2. Do you think feed sorting and feed size affects your chickens’ health and diet? How?
___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
____________________________.
Rubrics for checking:

CATEGORY 50 35 20 10

Quality of Provides Provides high Provides work Provides work that

Work work of the quality work. that occasionally usually needs to
highest needs to be be
quality. checked/redone checked/redone by
by other group others to ensure
members to quality.
ensure quality.

Focus on the Consistently Focuses on Focuses on the Rarely focuses on

task stays focused the task and task and what the task and what
on the task what needs to needs to be done needs to be done.
and what be done most some of the time. Lets others do the
needs to be of the time. Other group work.
done. Very Other group members must
self-directed. members can sometimes nag,
count on this prod, and remind
person. to keep this
person on-task.

Preparedness Brings Almost always Almost always Often forgets

needed brings needed brings needed needed materials
materials materials and materials but or is rarely ready
and is always is ready to sometimes needs to get to work.
ready to work. to settle down
work. and get to work

Attitude Never is Rarely is Occasionally is Often is publicly

publicly publicly critical publicly critical of critical of the
critical of the of the project the project or the project or the work
project or the or the work of work of other of other members
work of others. Often members of the of the group. Often
others. has a positive group. Usually has a negative
Always has a attitude about has a positive attitude about the
positive the task(s). attitude about the task(s).
attitude about task(s).
the task(s).
 LESSON 12

FEED ANIMALS BASED ON FEEDING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Explain the importance of feeding management program for organic

poultry raising.

 Differentiate the similarities and differences of using homemade organic

feed to commercialize mixed organic feed.

FEEDING CHICKEN
Chicken has different nutrient needs at the different stages of its life. Nutritional
needs also vary depending on the purpose of the chicken (egg laying,meat)
Factors affecting chicken eating habit and performance:
Time of year- exact and right age in terms of feed administering, growth and harvest
practices
Temperature -the degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object,

especially as expressed according to a comparative scale and shown by a

thermometer or perceived by touch.

Age of chicken- nutrient needed by chicken varies depending on the age or

stage they belong the younger the chicken the large amount of feed needed by them.

Size of the chicken- sizes may also affect chickens eating habit it is likely observe

that regular size chicks to larger one displays energetic and healthiness eats well than

the smaller or weakly chicks.

Weight - the more feed intake chicken gain more weight.

Type of poultry feed- the feed given to the poultry must sustain the need of its body’s

nutrient depending on the type of feed suitable to the stage or age of the chicken

Housing and equipment - basic and important equipment needed in the farm

operation must be available.

Water - (availability, quality and quantity) non-treated, not chlorinated

Litter- The number of chicken available in the area,as a raiser one must follow the

number per square meter required.

Ventilation - (air quality) lighting - a good chicken house and cooping area affects

the growth and lifestyles of your raise chicken.

Bio-security -disease control practices, rodent control program, visitors,

Ratio of these Main Elements vary depending on the Age of the Poultry.

Animal Age Kinds/Types of Amount of Feeds

Feeds
01 – 07 days Chick booster 11-12 grams/chick
08 – 14 days Chick booster 15-16 grams/chick
15 – 21 days Chick starter 24-25 grams/chick
22 – 28 days Chick starter 36-37 grams/chick
29 – 35 days Grower mash 56-57 grams/chick
36 – 42 days Grower mash 70-71 grams/chick
43 – 49 days Finisher mash 76-77 grams/chick
50 – 56 days Finisher mash 85-86 grams/chick
 FEEDING RATIO

PURELY FEEDS

Day of Culture Feed Volume Feed Volume

A Day per Chick A Week per Chick

AM 18.85 grams AM 131.95 grams

22-28 days PM 18.85 grams PM 131.95 grams

Table 1 shows that the volume of feed per chick per week as indicated with the use of
pure feed mixture no other incorporated or added organic extenders.

WITH SILAGE /OTHER ORGANIC FEED EXTENDERS/AZOLA/FRUIT PEELS

Day of Feed Volume Feed Volume

Cultur
e A Day per Chick A Week per Chick

S F TOTAL F S TOTAL

AM 5.65 18.85 92.37g 39.58g 131.95

13.2g g grams grams
22-28
days

PM 5.65 18.85 92.37gr 39.58grm 131.95

13.2g grams ms s grams

Table 2. Shows that the volume of pure mixed feed given to the chicken was lesser for it
is substituted with silage and other available organic feed extenders but come up with the
same volume of feed need per chick per week.
 ACTIVITY 1.2.7 
Instruction: Base on the tables above what similarities and differences you have observe
use VENN DIAGRAM or any graphic organizer of your choice, EXPLAIN.

I. SELF EVALUATION:
1. What is the importance of having a feed management program?

2. With the different Factors mention which affects the eating habit and chicken
performance which do you think must be focus of? Why and How.
RUBRICS FOR CHECKING
CATEGORY 15 10 7 5

Organization Information is Information is Information is The information

very organized with organized, but appears to be
organized well- paragraphs are not disorganized. 8)
with well- constructed well-constructed.
constructed paragraphs.
paragraphs
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subheadings.

Paragraph All Most Paragraphs included Paragraphing structure

Construction paragraphs paragraphs related information was not clear and
include include but were typically not sentences were not
introductory introductory constructed well. typically related within
sentence, sentence, the paragraphs.
explanations explanations or
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and concluding
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sentence.

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(information (information (information and accurately
and graphics) and graphics) graphics) are documented.
are are accurately accurately
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documented but a few are many are not in the
in the desired not in the desired format.
format. desired format.

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outline has outline has started and includes attempted
been been completed some topics and
completed and shows subtopics.
and shows clear, logical
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subtopics. subtopics.
 LESSON 13

MONITOR FEEDING FOLLOWING FARM PROCEDURE

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Be able to monitor the feeding of animals.

 Understand the planning and monitoring of animal feeding regimens.

 and differences of using homemade organic feed to commercialize

mixed organic feed.
A. Plan diets and feeding regimens for animals

Plan diets and feeding regimes: types of foods for; needed by the poultry you are

raising major nutrients and their sources ;nutritional sources of different feeds; selection

of suitable food; how you will be the preparation of diet amount of food or any alternatives;

timing and frequency of feeding.

Schedule Of Feeding

Morning- 6:00 AM Unlimited

Free range
Feed could be dry, wet or mix
depending on the stages or level of
Afternoon 4:30 PM Unlimited group of chicken
IMPORTANT:

Organically raise Chicken must have enough open space to roam around and

haunt food like insects and other natural proteins and food. Giving them area for their

growth and space for their natural activities like picking and eating insects and scratching

the soil.

B. Monitor the feeding of animals

Monitoring feeding :amount of food eaten; weight of chicken type of food water

intake change in feeding patterns including feeding behaviors ;timing between

monitoring; feeding Requirements in relation to animal work load/uses recommendations

for changes in feeding

C. Understanding on the implementation of the plan and monitor animal feeding

regimes.

Planning and monitoring regimes usability of feeding plans and regimes

evaluation of plans and regimes and Suggestions for improvement including influences

on animal health and welfare analysis of wastage and effectiveness of plans against a

budget cost of feeding overtime feeding and feed quality in relation to animals’ purpose.

D.Animal Nutrition

The diet shall be offered to the animals in a form allowing them to execute their

natural feeding behavior. Supplementation of vitamins and minerals is allowed for as long

as these are obtained from natural sources.

 ACTIVITY 1.2.8 
YOU CAN DO IT!

Instruction:

A. You need to design a feeding plan and apply it for your backyard raise chicken with

your actual work and observation. Blank booklet will be provided.

 You need to identify sources of nutrients for your backyard raise chicken.

 You must evaluate these plans and suggest and justify changes in line of your

monitoring and records.

B. Have all of the major nutrients for chicken sources where provided? This could be

evident through development of feeding plans you implemented for your raise

organic chicken.

C. In one week time, have you observe changes while using your feeding plan.
Rubrics for checking
CATEGORY 10 7 5 3

Quality of Work Provides work of Provides high Provides work Provides work that
the highest quality work. that occasionally usually needs to be
quality. needs to be checked/redone by
checked/redone others to ensure
by other group quality.
members to
ensure quality.

Focus on the Consistently Focuses on the Focuses on the Rarely focuses on the
task stays focused on task and what task and what task and what needs to
the task and needs to be needs to be done be done. Lets others
what needs to done most of some of the time. do the work.
be done. Very the time. Other Other group
self-directed. group members must
members can sometimes nag,
count on this prod, and remind
person. to keep this
person on-task.

Preparedness Brings needed Almost always Almost always Often forgets needed
materials to brings needed brings needed materials or is rarely
class and is materials to materials but ready to get to work.
always ready to class and is sometimes needs
work. ready to work. to settle down and
get to work

Attitude Never is publicly Rarely is Occasionally is Often is publicly critical

critical of the publicly critical publicly critical of of the project or the
project or the of the project or the project or the work of other members
work of others. the work of work of other of the group. Often has
Always has a others. Often members of the a negative attitude
positive attitude has a positive group. Usually about the task(s).
about the attitude about has a positive
task(s). the task(s). attitude about the
task(s).
 LEARNING OUTCOME 4

MONITOR GROWTH RATE BASED ON FARM PROCEDURE

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Understand the planning and monitoring of animal growth rate base on

farm procedure.

Monitor Growth Rate

Monitoring the growth of chicken could be achieve in a very easy procedure.
It must follow the feeding management plan that have design for it will gather positive
growth rate.
Here are ways on how to monitor your poultry's growth rate
1. Food and water intake
Food should be unlimited. Water and food dispenser should always be cleaned
before using. Cleanliness on brooding houses should properly observed all the time. In
order to lessen the mortality rate on this stage. Water should always be fresh at all times.
2. Light and heat proportion/ temperature
Manual observe their activities in the brooding area.
Stocking density- 3 chicken in every square meter (sq.mt.) regardless to its gender.
Giving them area for their growth and space for their natural activities like picking
and eating insects and scratching the soil.
IMPORTANT:
Giving them area for their growth and space for their natural activities like picking
and eating insects and scratching the soil.
Basic growth rates are simply expressed as the difference between two values in
time in terms of a percentage of the first value.
A sample of slides is accessible via messenger sharing, or browse on the internet
for your convenience. (file:///Measure-Growth-Rate-of-chicken.html)
Chicks will double their weight four to five times in the first six weeks of life. This
tremendous growth demands proper nutrition. The most common cause of problems in
small flocks is failure to provide starter feed. The second most common problem is failure
to provide supplement in the correct proportions when grain is added to the diet on the
farm. Without a nutritionally balanced ration, birds will suffer from poor feathering, slow
growth, increased fatness and leg problems. It is not possible to produce a properly
fortified diet by using just grain, peas or canola. If you keep birds for egg production, a
source of calcium such as limestone or oyster shell must be included in the diet or in a
hanging feeder. Failure to provide calcium can result in thin shelled eggs, lost egg
production, cannibalism and egg eating.
Poultry can be fed a wide variety of grains and will perform well when the grains
are included in a balanced ration. Grain can be fed to poultry in pelleted, ground or whole
form. If using whole grain, it is best to train the gizzard to grind the grain by feeding 20%
whole kernels for three weeks before including a high level in the diet (50 to 60%). Whole
wheat, corn and sorghum have been successfully used with poultry.
Poultry poorly digest the protein and fiber in grasses and legume hays. They can
extract some vitamins but not enough to meet their requirements. Providing grit does not
significantly improve the digestibility of these roughage, and as long as all feed materials
are natural and free from chemicals.
 ACTIVITY 1.2.9 
 In 7 days’ time (1 week), monitor at least 5 starter chicken in your backyard. Put
markers on them or caged them for the meantime for better growth rate monitoring.

No. Of Weight Weight after

What to do: chicken before monitored

monitored monitored
Monitoring Feeding
- You must monitor, analyze and
evaluate your feeding plans
developed earlier, according to
costs, amount eaten and animal
behavior, health and welfare. You
need to explain the key points from
monitoring recorded and describe
how they relate to the feeding
plans.
- You should relate your analysis to
problems with feeding, making
appropriate suggestions
Findings:

Note: Please have your pictures of your chicken monitored day by day. You can submit
your pictures by personal messaging or email me @panalibertine023@gmail.com
 CATEGORY 20 15 10 5

Quality of Work Provides work of the Provides high Provides work that Provides work that
highest quality. quality work. occasionally needs usually needs to be
to be checked/redone by
checked/redone by others to ensure
other group quality.
members to ensure
quality.

Time- Routinely uses time Usually uses Tends to Rarely gets things
management well throughout the time well procrastinate, but done by the
project to ensure throughout the always gets things deadlines AND
things get done on project, but may done by the group has to adjust
time. Group does not have deadlines. Group deadlines or work
have to adjust procrastinated does not have to responsibilities
deadlines or work on one thing. adjust deadlines or because of this
responsibilities Group does not work responsibilities person\'s inadequate
because of this have to adjust because of this time management.
person\'s deadlines or person\'s
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Focus on the Consistently stays Focuses on the Focuses on the task Rarely focuses on
task focused on the task task and what and what needs to the task and what
and what needs to needs to be be done some of the needs to be done.
be done. Very self- done most of the time. Other group Let others do the
directed. time. members must work.
Other group sometimes nag,
members can prod, and remind to
count on this keep this person on-
person. task.
Attitude Never is publicly Rarely is Occasionally is Often is publicly
critical of the project publicly critical publicly critical of critical of the project
or the work of others. of the project or the project or the or the work of other
Always has a the work of work of other members of the
positive attitude others. Often members of the group. Often has a
about the task(s). has a positive group. Usually has negative attitude
attitude about a positive attitude about the task(s).
the task(s). about the task(s).
 LESSON 14

IMPLEMENT SANITATION AND CLEANLINESS PROGRAM BASED ON

FARM PROCEDURE
OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Implement Sanitation and Cleanliness Program Based on Farm

Procedure.


Methods of Cleaning
Operators shall take all necessary precautions to protect organic food against
contamination by substances prohibited in organic agriculture and handling pest, disease
causing organisms, and foreign substances. Substances used for cleaning or disinfection
of storage, transport, and processing facilities are listed in Annex F. Any
succession/addition/revision from relevant standard setting bodies (BAFS & FDA) shall
be adopted and shall be in accordance with the criteria established in of this Standard.
Operations that use cleaners, sanitizers, and disinfectants on food contact
surfaces shall use them in a way that maintains the organic integrity of the food. Unless
otherwise noted in the operator is required to perform an intervening event between the
use of any cleaners, sanitizers, or disinfectant and the contact of the organic food in that
surface.
Acceptable intervening events include a hot-water rinse, a sufficient flush of
organic product that is not sold as organic product, or adequate time for the substances
to volatilize. Operators shall prevent the residues of boiler water additives from direct
contact with organic food by the use of entrained water, filters, traps, or other means that
prevent steam in contact with organic foods from carrying such compounds.
Handlers and processors shall make a plan and maintain a report of cleaners,
disinfectants, and sanitizers used by certified organic handling and processing
operations. This report should include a list of the cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing
agents currently used in certified organic facilities.
Animal Health
 Health and well-being of animals must be ensured through preventative animal
husbandry practices.
 The well-being of the animals is superior in the choice of treatment.
 Natural remedies and complementary medical methods have first priority.
 Mutilations are prohibited but if it can improved welfare, health, or hygiene of animals
or for safety reasons, debeaking could be carried out by qualified personnel who shall
see to it that suffering of animals is reduced to a minimum.

List of Permitted Equipment Cleansers and Disinfectants that may

Come into Direct Contact with Food for the Production of

Organic Food
Alcohol, ethyl (ethanol) Disinfection
Alcohol, isopropyl (isopropanol) Disinfection
Calcium hydroxide (slaked lime) Disinfection

Calcium oxide (quicklime) Cleaning agent

Alcohol, ethyl (ethanol) Disinfection
Cyclohexylamine (BWA) Use only as boiler water additive for
packing sterilization
Acetic acid Cleaning agent
Plant extracts disinfectant ,sanitizers

Oxalic acid- sanitizer

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal protective equipment is very necessary for farm workers for safety
measures and in following national standards and farm management protocols. It also
keep workers from dirt and also is in need for precautionary measures.

Rubber Boots

Apron

Mask
 Gloves

Methods of cleaning
Operators shall take all necessary precautions to protect organic food against
contamination by substances prohibited in organic agriculture and handling pest, disease
causing organisms, and foreign substances. Any succession/addition/revision from
relevant standard setting bodies (BAFS & FDA) shall be adopted and shall be in
accordance with the criteria established in Philippine National Standard.
I. Operations that use cleaners, sanitizers, and disinfectants on food contact surfaces
shall use them in a way that maintains the organic integrity of the food. Unless
otherwise noted in the operator is required to perform an intervening event between
the use of any cleaners, sanitizers, or disinfectant and the contact of the organic food
in that surface. Acceptable intervening events include a hot-water rinse, a sufficient
flush of organic product that is not sold as organic product, or adequate time for the
substances to volatilize.
II. Operators shall prevent the residues of boiler water additives from direct contact with
organic food by the use of en-trained water, filters, traps, or other means that prevent
steam in contact with organic foods from carrying such compounds. Handlers and
processors shall make a plan and maintain a report of cleaners, disinfectants, and
sanitizers used by certified organic handling and processing operations. This report
should include a list of the cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing agents currently used
in certified organic facilities.
Disease Agent Survival time
 Avian influenza ---- Days to months year
 IBD (Gumboro) ----Months
 Coccidiosis ----Months
 Fowl Cholera -Weeks
 Coryza ----Hours to days
 Marek's Disease----Months to years
 Newcastle Disease ---Days to months
 Mycoplasma ----- Hours to days
 Salmonellosis(Pullorum)Weeks

What kills disease agents? Detergents / soap

Disinfectants Sunlight Heat (direct
flame or steam)

Cleaning
The physical removal of foreign materials like: -dust -soil -organic material such
as: droppings, blood, secretions which protect disease agents.

Remember!
 A good cleaning job will remove 80% of disease agents A good cleaning job will
remove 80% of disease agents.
What are Disinfectants?
Disinfectants are organic substance that slow disease agents’ activity,
multiplication and their growth or-eradicate disease agents. Choosing the Right
Disinfectant will depend on the following:
 Cost
 type of disease agent/s to be destroyed
 Amount of contamination by organic matters such as: droppings, blood and manure
left in the poultry house
 Aprons for Extra Protection
 PVC or neoprene aprons extending from neck to ground give excellent front
protection from spills and splashes
 Easy to put on and wash
ISOLATION
The single biggest biosecurity risk is posed by the addition of animals to a herd or
flock. The prevalence of specific infectious agents of concern should be determined for
the farm. New additions to the herd should be inspected carefully, screened, and
quarantined for infectious diseases. A program to routinely and systematically monitor
and survey the herd for the presence of important infectious agents should be
implemented. These steps are the foundation for isolation. Many people do not appreciate
that apparently healthy looking animals can still be in the pre-patent state (infected, but
not yet showing disease) or carrier state of infection. In either of these cases the animal
may be shedding infectious organisms but appear perfectly normal. These silent carriers
can easily spread infections to other animals, especially when stressed or housed
adjacent to susceptible animals.
RESISTANCE
The second important aspect of a biosecurity program is resistance. Resistance
includes nutritional, environmental, pharmacological and immunological practices that
improve the animal's ability to resist disease. These external factors coupled with the
natural genetic disposition of certain animals provide an animal with either increased or
decreased susceptibility to certain infectious diseases. Antibiotics and immunizations
have been the primary tool for controlling infectious disease in the past. While the
importance of these two factors cannot be ignored, more and more emphasis is being
placed on supporting the innate ability of animals to resist disease. The local private
veterinary practitioner is the person best able to assess and recommend the most cost
effective immunization program for a specific farm.sanitation
SANITATION
The final piece to the IRS acronym is sanitation. While frequently the least
attractive aspect of a bio-security/biocontainment plan, sanitation is often the key factor
in minimizing spread and limiting the course of infectious diseases. This involves the
removal or eradication of persistently infected or carrier animals, as well as the
disinfection of any potentially contaminated equipment or facilities. Once animals that are
shedding pathogens are cured or removed, as much contaminated material as possible
should be removed. This will help to eliminate the source of the infectious agents.
 SELF-ASSESSMENT 

Questions:
 What is a poultry farm cleaning and how it is done?
 What is a poultry farm disinfection?
 How do you choose a disinfectant?
 What are risks involved in using disinfectants and how to avoid them?

Base on the questions written inside the box

 Discuss the importance of following cleaning and sanitation program in a farm.
 Record your key points by creating flip chart.
 Be prepared to present your answer in an online discussion to be set.
RUBRIC FOR CHECKING
CATEGORY 10 7 5 3

Organization Information is Information is Information is The information appears

very organized organized with organized, but to be disorganized. 8)
with well- well-constructed paragraphs are not
constructed paragraphs. well-constructed.
paragraphs and
subheadings.

Paragraph All paragraphs Most Paragraphs included Paragraphing structure

Construction include paragraphs related information was not clear and
introductory include but were typically not sentences were not
sentence, introductory constructed well. typically related within the
explanations or sentence, paragraphs.
details, and explanations or
concluding details, and
sentence. concluding
sentence.

Sources All sources All sources All sources Some sources are not
(information and (information and (information and accurately documented.
graphics) are graphics) are graphics) are
accurately accurately accurately
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format. in the desired desired format.
format.

Graphic Graphic Graphic Graphic organizer or Graphic organizer or

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outline has been outline has been started and includes attempted
completed and completed and some topics and
shows clear, shows clear, subtopics.
logical logical
relationships relationships
between all between most
topics and topics and
subtopics. subtopics.
 LESSON 15

COLLECT AND FORMULATE ORGANIC WASTE FOR FERTILIZER

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Understand the significance of proper waste collection and,

 Know the process of formulating poultry waste into fertilizer.

Chicken manure is the feces of chickens used as an organic fertilizer, especially

for soil low in nitrogen. Of all animal manures, it has the highest amount of nitrogen,
phosphorus, and potassium. Chicken manure is sometimes pelletized for use as a
fertilizer, and this product may have additional phosphorus, potassium or nitrogen added.
All manure storage and handling facilities, including composting facilities, should be
designed, constructed, and operated to prevent contamination of ground and/or surface
water. Manure production rates should be at levels that do not contribute to ground and/or
surface water contamination. The competent authority may establish maximum
application rates for manure or stocking densities. The timing of application and
application methods should not increase the potential for run-off into ponds, rivers, and
streams.
The rapid development of livestock and poultry farming produces a lot of
excrement and sewage. The harmful elements of these fouling are too high to be
processed by traditional returning way.
Crushing process
The purpose of this step is to deal with potential caking and make evenly
powder, which makes...
Screening process: SEEC rotary screen machine can guarantee uniformity and purity
of chicken manure compost.
Manure management
Manure management practices used to maintain any area in which animals
are housed, penned, or pastured should be implemented in a manner that:
 minimizes soil and water degradation;
 does not significantly contribute to contamination of water by nitrates;
 optimizes recycling of nutrients; and
 does not include burning or any practice inconsistent with organic practices.
 ACTIVITY 1.2.9 
Create a Three Way Process Manure Fertilizer Production

STEP 1:

STEP 2:

STEP 3:
 LESSON 16

SELECT SUITABLE CHICKEN FOR HARVEST BASED ON MARKET

SPECIFICATIONS
OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Assess proper pre - harvest and post-harvest requirements and ways.

REQUIREMENTS IN HARVESTING ORGANIC CHICKEN

 Purpose of raising - for food
- Good protein source for humans
 Age - Must be at least 2 ½ months or 75 days old chicken
 Weight - 900 – 1200g (0.9 – 1.2 kg)
CONVERSION PERIOD
Poultry intended for meat products should be organically reared after 21 days from
hatching.
POST HARVEST OPERATIONS
 Organic produce shall neither be mixed nor switched with non-organic produce.
 Handlers and processors shall not commingle organic products with non-organic
products.
 Processing and handling of organic and non-organic products must be done
separately in time and/or place.
 When equipment is not exclusively used for organic products, the equipment should
be properly cleaned before processing organic products.
 All products shall be adequately identified through the whole process until final
labeling.
STORAGE, PROCESSING AND TRANSPORTATION
Organic and non-organic products shall not be stored and transported together
except when physically separated and labeled. Product integrity should be maintained
during any storage and transportation and handling by use of the following precautions:
a). Organic products must be protected at all times from commingling with non-organic
products; and
b) Organic products must be protected at all times from contact with materials and
substances not permitted for use in organic farming and handling. Where only part of the
unit is certified, other product not covered by these guidelines should be stored and
handled separately and both types of products should be clearly identified. Bulk stores
for organic product should be separate from non-organic product stores and clearly
labeled to that effect. Storage areas and transport containers for organic product should
be cleaned using methods and materials permitted in organic production. Measures
should be taken to prevent possible contamination from any pesticide or other treatment.

Note: also in pre harvest stage the farmer will do the selection for reproduction purposes
or preservation of farm breeding standards breed.
 EVALUATION 

TRUE OR FALSE: Write ORGANIC if the state is true and INORGANIC if false write your
answer before the number.
____________ 1. Processing and handling of organic and non-organic products must
be done separately.
_____________2. Bulk stores for organic product should not be separated from non-
organic product stores and clearly labeled to that effect.
_____________3. All products shall not be adequately identified through the whole
process until final labeling.
_____________4. Poultry intended for meat products should be organically reared after
21 days from hatching.
_____________5.Organic and non-organic products shall be stored and transported
together.
_____________6. Weight of chicken for harvest must range from -600 – 1200g
_____________7. Organic products must be protected at all times from commingling with
non-organic.
_____________8. When equipment is not exclusively used for organic products, the
equipment should be properly cleaned before processing organic products.
____________9. Measures should not be taken to prevent possible contamination from
any pesticide or other treatment.
____________10. Handlers and processors shall not commingle organic products with
non-organic products.

Test II. Essay.

1. Explain the requirements in harvesting organic chicken.

2. An organic chicken must be stored and separated from the inorganic stocks.
Why?
 LESSON 17

ACCOMPLISH PRODUCTION RECORD ACCORDING TO FARM

PROCEDURE
OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:

 Accomplish Production Record According to Farm Procedure.

ORGANIC AGRICULTURE
Records, documentation and accounts shall provide trace-ability and be made
available to the competent authority and certifying bodies for audit trail and trace back
verification at any time. Above mentioned records (including those related to use of sub-
contractors) shall follow a retention period of at least five (5) years.

PRINCIPLES OF FARM RECORD KEEPING

A requirement for loans, insurance, investments, etc.
Lenders, government agencies, insurance companies and many other bodies
demand good records before providing help to farmers. Extension Agents of Agricultural
Agencies sometimes need good records kept by farmers to be able to give them good
technical advice on their farms. Financial institution and other lenders would need good
records of the farm’s income and expenditure before giving out loan facilities to farmers.
Better farm planning, budgeting and forecasting
Farming is a business and good farm records keeping helps the farmer to plan and
do realistic forecasting. Records keeping provides valuable information on the methods
that work and why others did not. In budgeting, the farmer can better predict price
changes of inputs and produce from expenditure and sales records kept from earlier
seasons. The farmer can decide how much is required for farm expansion from good farm
records
Better prediction of rainfall and weather patterns
Records on rainfall incidence and amount over a period is very relevant. A farmer,
from the records, decides when to plant and when to carry out other activities on the farm.
More so, farmers who depend solely on rainfall, use these records as a guide throughout
the farming season. Besides, temperature changes also have significant effects on plants,
especially at tender stages. It is, therefore, important for farmers to have a fair idea on
temperature changes at certain times in the season. We advise farmers to keep a simple
rain gauge and thermometer for the measurements of rainfall amount and temperature.
Track income and expenditure
Farmers most of the time are not able to give proper accounts on their cash inflows
and outflows. This is basically because they overlook and do not record “petty” expenses
and incomes (like feeding and costs of phone calls). Keeping proper records, will at any
time of reconciliation, give the farmer the correct amount of money spent or gained from
the farm. Moreover, this helps in proper planning and budgeting.
TRACEABILITY AND RECORD KEEPING
Each separate production site is identified by a name or code. The name or code
is placed on the site and recorded on a property map. The site name or code is recorded
on all documents and records that refer to the site.
Operators shall maintain purchase, handling, and processing records, also stock
inventory of all materials used for organic production, processing, and handling as well
finished products.
Documentation and records shall clearly identify the source, movement, use, and
inventory of organic from non-organic materials at all stages of production/processing and
handling (PHILIPPINE NATIONAL STANDARD PNS/BAFS 07:2016 ).
Self-Check 

The importance of record keeping : Suggestions /your insights:

PRE- TEST
Test I. Directions: Read the following questions carefully. Write the letter of your answer
in the space provided
____1.The following are the components of an organic feed except ___
E. Protein
F. Sugar
G. Minerals
H. Lipids
___2. Why is record keeping important?
E. It will guide you to correct failures.
F. Serves as basis for next innovation.
G. Easily tracts problem causal indicators through record.
H. All of the above.
____3.Which of the following is not a characteristic of a mash feed?
5. Powdery
6. Compacted
7. dry
8. All of the above
____4.Can you apply commercially manufactured synthetic feed additives?
B. Yes B. No C. Maybe D. Whatever
____5. What is the correct percentage of protein the starter feed mash?
A. 35% B. 50% C.75% D. 40%
 ____6. The following are sources of Carbohydrates, except _________.
B. Fish mill B. corn grits
C. Rice bran D. None
____7. The required number of chick per square meter in organic free range chicken.
A. 13 B. 23 C.3 D. 33
_____8. This composting method can be done with air and it may last to four to five
weeks after stocking the worms.
C. Anaerobic B. Aerobic
D. C. Decomposition D. Non-Biodegradable Materials
____9. In feed preparation, it is important to observe the following, except__
A. The containers are dry and sanitize
B. The site has many predators.
C. Materials use must be organically obtain.
D. Containers must have covers.
___10. Which of the following is not an example of feed form?
A. Mash
B. pellet
C. crumble
D. scramble
Test II. Matching Type
Instruction:
1. SCRAMBLED WORDS: Write the correct word in the blank provided in COLUMN B
2. Then connect the letter of your answer to match with COLUMN A.
A B
____1 CORN ________a. pilid
____2.COPRA MILL ________b. enramil
____3.CALPHOS ________c. idfetacnist
____4. FPJ ________d. PEP
____5.SOYA MILL ________e. cesdeas
____6.LIMESTONE ________f. ratew
____7. PELLET ________g. archytsredboa
____8. GLOVES ________h. eitnorp
____9.AVIAN FOX ________I. simcvitan
___10. DRINKER ________ j. deef
TRUE OR FALSE: Write ORGANIC if the state is true and INORGANIC if false. Write
your answer on the space provided.
____________ 1. Processing and handling of organic and non-organic products must
be done separately.
_____________2. Bulk stores for organic product should not be separated from non-
organic product stores and clearly labeled to that effect.
_____________3. All products shall not be adequately identified through the whole
process until final labeling.
_____________4. Poultry intended for meat products should be organically reared after
21 days from hatching.
_____________5. Organic and non-organic products shall be stored and transported
together.
_____________6. Weight of chicken for harvest must range from 600 – 1200g.
_____________7. Organic products must be protected at all times from commingling with
non-organic
_____________8. When equipment is not exclusively used for organic products, the
equipment should be properly cleaned before processing organic products.
____________9. Measures should not be taken to prevent possible contamination from
any pesticide or other treatment.
____________10. Handlers and processors shall not commingle organic products with
non-organic products.
Test IV. Enumeration:
1. Can you name The Main Components of Organic feeds?

2. What are the types/ forms of feed?

Test V. Essay:
 3. Do you find organic feeding difficult in raising organic chicken? Why?

4. Do you think feed sorting and feed size affects your chicken health and diet?
How?

What do you think?

SELF CHECK
1. What are the 3 key points you want to remember from this module?
2. What additional information do you need on this module?
GLOSSARY: AGRICULTURAL TERMINOLOGY
AMINO ACID - a simple organic compound containing both a carboxyl
APRON - a protective or decorative garment worn over the front of one's clothes and tied
at the back
BINS - a receptacle for storing a specified substance
BOOTS - A durable covering for the foot and part or much of the leg, usually made of
leather, fabric, plastic, or rubber.
CARBOHYDRATES - any of a large group of organic compounds occurring in foods and
living tissues and including sugars, starch, and cellulose. They contain hydrogen
and oxygen in the same ratio as water (2:1) and typically can be broken down to
release energy in the animal body
CRUMBLE - Reminiscent of the texture of oatmeal, crumble is a semi-loose variety of
chicken feed that is slightly easier to manage than mash
CHICKEN - a domestic fowl kept for its eggs or meat, especially a young one.
DUNG - the excrement of animals; manure
FATS - a natural oily or greasy substance occurring in animal bodies, especially when
deposited as a layer under the skin or around certain organs
GLOVES - a covering for the hand worn for protection against cold or dirt and typically
having separate parts for each finger and the thumb
GRAIN - wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food
LIPIDS - any of a class of organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives and
are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. They include many natural
oils, waxes, and steroids
MASH - a uniform mass made by crushing a substance into a soft pulp, sometimes with
the addition of liquid.or a powdery substance.
MASK - a covering made of fiber or gauze and fitting over the nose and mouth to protect
against dust or air pollutants, or made of sterile gauze and worn to prevent infection
of the wearer or (in surgery) of the patient
MINERAL - a solid inorganic substance of natural occurrence
PELLET - a small, rounded, compressed mass of a substance
PROTEIN - any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large
molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an
 essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body
tissues such as muscle, hair, collagen, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies
RESISTANCE - the impeding, slowing, or stopping effect exerted by one material thing
on another
SANITATION- conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean
drinking water and adequate sewage disposal-
VENTILATION - the provision of fresh air to a room, building.
VITAMINS - any of a group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth
and nutrition and are required in small quantities in the diet because they cannot
be synthesized by the body.
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BOOKS:
Dr. Anand B. Masthihole, ORGANIC FARMING, Language : English Pages: 94
Asterio P. Saliot, MNSA, PhD, CESO III, Agricultural Training Institute Director IV
ACES POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE PROPERTY, RAISING ORGANIC CHICKEN