Broiler breeder managers often face a common challenge: maintaining accurate weight monitoring without increasing labour or causing unnecessary stress to birds. Balancing productivity with animal welfare remains a key priority in modern poultry operations.
The Nesca 2.0 system addresses this challenge by automatically recording bird weights within the Relax 2.0 nest while hens lay their eggs. This process happens continuously and without direct human interaction, eliminating the need for manual handling. As a result, the system generates hundreds of individual weight measurements daily—far more comprehensive and reliable than traditional weekly sampling methods.
This approach delivers several practical benefits for day-to-day farm management. By removing the need to physically handle birds, it reduces stress and improves overall animal welfare. At the same time, the higher volume of data provides a clearer and more accurate picture of weight trends and flock uniformity.
With real-time insights, farmers can quickly detect when bird weights begin to deviate from expected patterns, allowing for early intervention before performance or profitability is affected. The system also offers flexibility, as weighing times can be adjusted through the ViperTouch management platform—for example, scheduling measurements before feeding.
Overall, automated weight monitoring enables poultry producers to integrate precision management into their daily routines more effectively. It ensures accurate tracking, reduces labour demands, and supports both bird welfare and operational efficiency.
