Which management practice most effectively reduces ammonia in a poultry house?
Correct answer: C. Improving ventilation and litter dryness
- A. Keeping litter moist and compact
- B. Increasing stocking density during winter
- C. Improving ventilation and litter dryness
- D. Reducing access to drinking water
Explanation
Ammonia forms when uric acid in manure is broken down, especially under wet conditions. Good ventilation and dry, well-managed litter reduce ammonia accumulation, whereas restricting water can harm bird health.
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