Manual on Avian Production and Management
-Dr. Nilotpal Ghosh 1st edition

Master the precision of modern poultry farming. Dr. Nilotpal Ghosh’s manual is a specialized resource for BVSc&AH students and entrepreneurs, focusing on the functional mechanics of avian care. It translates complex scientific principles into actionable management practices, ensuring high productivity and welfare across various domestic bird species.
Core Features
Practical Brooding & Rearing: Detailed protocols for the critical first weeks of a chick's life, including temperature control, bedding management, and light stimulation.
Species-Specific Modules: Extensive guidance not just for chickens (layers and broilers), but also for Ducks, Turkeys, Quails, and Guinea Fowl, which are increasingly vital to the Indian rural economy.
Bio-Security & Hygiene: A strong emphasis on "prevention over cure," detailing the design of disinfection pits, vaccination schedules, and the management of "All-in, All-out" systems.
Hatchery Technology: Technical insights into egg selection, storage, and the physics of incubation and hatching for maximum success rates.
Economics of Poultry: Includes practical templates for record-keeping and calculating the Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR), essential for farm profitability.