Tony Chavarria
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2103 posts
Jan 22, 2008
10:20 AM
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Hey All, all across the country, cold weather has gripped us (Seymour, MO is 17 degrees F.), what useful tips might you suggest for guys not accustomed to dealing with rollers in such cold weather?
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washington86
185 posts
Jan 22, 2008
10:25 AM
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As far as I know, there are some people who install heater in their loft to keep the temperature UP, and use heat light/blub (that keeps the baby chicks warm) for the kits. I would close all the big windows and cover the windows/opening with anything that will keep the cold air out and leave a little space for air.
Last Edited by on Jan 22, 2008 10:38 AM
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Les B
21 posts
Jan 22, 2008
10:55 AM
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Tony I use to live in Buffalo N.Y. for 16yrs were the temp would get down to -7 degrees with a wind chill of -32degrees.The things I would do is Don't try and breed at this time because the young will die in the nest I would wait until Feb. to put my pairs together.when temp is below freezing I would use water heater with a 40watt bub to keep the water from freezing also I would mix extra corn in the feed to help my birds with body heart.Other than that the brids will do just fine. Lester
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PR_rollers
398 posts
Jan 22, 2008
11:26 AM
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Lester hit it right on the nose. Cause Buffalo is cold as ice ,,I remember those cold days in New York City,especially when i use to stay at my Sister Law in Massachusetts ...cover all the opening with heavy plastic..
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Ralph....
Last Edited by on Jan 22, 2008 11:27 AM
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bman
534 posts
Jan 22, 2008
11:26 AM
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We have been in the single digits last couple of nights(ohio) Kit birds need a little extra.Increase there feed about 1/3 with either corn or safflower added.As far as water goes they get fresh at the evening feeding,only need to drink once a day.As for breeding that loft is heated to 55F.So no problems there.
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Ron
Borderline lofts
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