Chickens: Force Molting Chickens without Feed Restriction

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What is d meaning of molt

Birds normally molt once a year during winter. During this time, they loose their feathers and grow new ones. They don't usually lay eggs during this period. Molting can be forced artificially by restricting feed and/or water, or by manipulating feed to create defficiency. Commercial producers usually do this to make the birds lay eggs a second year.