These pigeons are usually bred and raised to obtain rich meat and provide delicious ingredients in cooking. The breeding history of pigeon can be traced back to ancient times, and it is regarded as a delicious source of protein in many cultures. Pigeons are fresh and tender, suitable for various cooking methods, such as roasting, frying and stewing, so they are widely used in food production in some areas.
Different pigeon breeds may be cultivated into meat pigeons in different areas, and these breeds are usually cultivated to obtain more muscles, less fat and better eating quality. The breeding of meat pigeons needs special feeding management to ensure their health and meat quality.
Matters needing attention
Provide suitable feeding environment, including ventilation and temperature and humidity control of pigeon house. Keep the pigeon house clean and avoid accumulating feces and sundries. Provide clean drinking water and balanced feed to ensure that meat pigeons get adequate nutrition. Feed should contain proper protein, vitamins and minerals. Check the health status of meat pigeons regularly to prevent and control common pigeon diseases. Follow veterinary professional advice, vaccinate and quarantine regularly.
Don't overfeed when feeding, so as to avoid obesity and excessive growth, so as not to affect meat quality and health. Pigeons may fight with each other and cause harm. Provide enough space and shelter to reduce the fighting between pigeons. Pay attention to the behavior and appearance of pigeons, record their growth, appetite and health, find abnormalities in time and take measures. Controlling the breeding density of pigeons and avoiding overcrowding will help reduce fighting, the spread of infectious diseases and stress reactions.