MCQ Questions on Poultry Feeding and Harvesting
Nutrition Management
What is the main function of amino acids in poultry nutrition? .1
A) Provide energy
B) Build muscle and tissues
C) Improve digestion
D) Enhance immunity
Answer: B) Build muscle and tissues
Which feed form provides better flock efficiency? .2
A) Mash
B) Pelleted feed
C) Whole grains
D) Crumbled feed
Answer: B) Pelleted feed
What is the primary energy system used in poultry diets? .3
A) Caloric energy
B) Metabolizable energy
C) Gross energy
D) Digestible energy
Answer: B) Metabolizable energy
Which vitamins are fat-soluble and can be stored in the liver? .4
A) B-complex vitamins
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamins A, D, E, and K
D) None of the above
Answer: C) Vitamins A, D, E, and K
What is the importance of systematic feed sampling? .5
A) To monitor bird growth
B) To analyze feed nutrient content
C) To reduce feed waste
D) To improve feed texture
Answer: B) To analyze feed nutrient content
Which phase feeding diet promotes lean mass production? .6
A) Diet Type 1
B) Diet Type 2
C) Diet Type 3
D) All of the above
Answer: B) Diet Type 2
Why is feed withdrawal important before harvesting? .7
A) To improve meat texture
B) To empty the digestive tract
C) To reduce water intake
D) To increase carcass yield
Answer: B) To empty the digestive tract
What is the recommended feed withdrawal period before processing? .8
A) 4-6 hours
B) 8-12 hours
C) 12-16 hours
D) 6-8 hours
Answer: B) 8-12 hours
What can result from excessive feed withdrawal beyond 12 hours? .9
A) Improved carcass quality
B) Intestinal rupture
C) Increased feed efficiency
D) Better digestion
Answer: B) Intestinal rupture
What is the primary component of crude protein requirements in broilers? .10
A) Energy
B) Amino acids
C) Vitamins
D) Minerals
Answer: B) Amino acids
Catching Procedures
What is the primary objective of catching procedures? .11
A) Maximize bird movement
B) Optimize animal welfare and carcass quality
C) Reduce labor costs
D) Increase feed intake
Answer: B) Optimize animal welfare and carcass quality
What type of lighting is recommended during broiler catching? .12
A) Bright lighting
B) Low-level or dark-out lighting
C) Flickering lights
D) Natural sunlight
Answer: B) Low-level or dark-out lighting
What is the recommended maximum holding time for broilers before .13
processing?
A) 6 hours
B) 2 hours
C) Minimize holding time as much as possible
D) No limit
Answer: C) Minimize holding time as much as possible
Why is water withdrawal minimized before catching? .14
A) To reduce carcass weight
B) To prevent dehydration
C) To maintain hydration and reduce stress
D) To simplify catching logistics
Answer: C) To maintain hydration and reduce stress
Which method ensures the safety of both personnel and birds during .15
catching?
A) Using high-density transport containers
B) Training catching crews on welfare protocols
C) Reducing ventilation in the house
D) Increasing bird handling time
Answer: B) Training catching crews on welfare protocols
Feeding Strategies
Which feed type is nutrient-rich and promotes live weight gain? .16
A) Diet Type 1
B) Diet Type 2
C) Diet Type 3
D) Phase feeding
Answer: A) Diet Type 1
What is the main drawback of low nutrient concentration diets? .17
A) High feed cost
B) Reduced feed efficiency
C) Increased live weight gain
D) Higher carcass lipid content
Answer: B) Reduced feed efficiency
What factor should be considered when formulating broiler diets? .18
A) Skin color preference of the market
B) Feed mill capacity
C) Raw material availability
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What is the primary goal of feed withdrawal before catching? .19
A) Prevent plant contamination
B) Increase carcass weight
C) Reduce holding shrinkage
D) Lower transportation costs
Answer: A) Prevent plant contamination
Which micronutrients are classified as trace elements? .20
A) Calcium and phosphorus
B) Iron and zinc
C) Potassium and sodium
D) Chlorine and sulfur
Answer: B) Iron and zinc
Harvesting and Logistics
What is the primary goal of ventilation during the catching process? .21
A) Increase air pressure
B) Reduce thermal stress
C) Improve carcass weight
D) Enhance feed intake
Answer: B) Reduce thermal stress
What should catching crew members wear to ensure safety? .22
A) Reflective clothing
B) Bright vests
C) Heavy-duty boots
D) Casual clothes
Answer: A) Reflective clothing
What is the primary sign of thermal stress in broilers? .23
A) Low activity
B) Open-mouthed breathing
C) Increased feed consumption
D) Excessive feather loss
Answer: B) Open-mouthed breathing
How should birds be handled to prevent injuries during manual catching? .24
A) By the wings
B) By the legs
C) By the neck
D) By the tail
Answer: B) By the legs
What is the ideal density of birds in transport containers? .25
A) Birds stacked in layers
B) Birds in a single layer
C) Overcrowding to save space
D) Loose grouping without order
Answer: B) Birds in a single layer
Which factor affects feed nutrient content during transport? A) Container size .26
B) Feed temperature C) Moisture exposure D) Transportation time Answer: C)
Moisture exposure
What lighting conditions reduce bird stress during handling? A) Flickering .27
lights B) Natural daylight C) Red or dim lights D) Bright fluorescent lights Answer:
C) Red or dim lights
What is the benefit of using pelleted feed over mash? A) Reduced production .28
cost B) Improved feed efficiency and growth C) Easier to transport D) Less
contamination risk Answer: B) Improved feed efficiency and growth
What should be removed from the poultry house before catching? A) Feed .29
trays and water lines B) Birds and feed C) Ventilation equipment D) Floor mats
Answer: A) Feed trays and water lines
Which nutrient is most critical for eggshell formation? A) Potassium B) .30
Magnesium C) Calcium D) Phosphorus Answer: C) Calcium
31. What is the impact of overstocking transport containers?
A) Improved bird welfare
B) Higher carcass yield
C) Increased risk of injuries
D) Faster processing times
Answer: C) Increased risk of injuries
32. How often should catching crews receive training on animal welfare?
A) Every 5 years
B) Annually
C) Monthly
D) Only when needed
Answer: B) Annually
33. Which diet type promotes optimal lean mass with lower lipid content?
A) Diet Type 1
B) Diet Type 2
C) Diet Type 3
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Diet Type 2
34. What should be monitored during feed withdrawal?
A) Bird hydration levels
B) Feed costs
C) Growth rates
D) Feather condition
Answer: A) Bird hydration levels
35. Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in poultry?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin E
D) Vitamin K
Answer: B) Vitamin D
