Description

Zartech Broiler (Cobb 500) 

Zartech Broiler Chicks (Cobb 500) are globally recognized for their remarkable growth speed, efficient feed conversion, and high breast meat yield. As one of the world’s most trusted broiler strains, Cobb 500 delivers maximum profitability, thanks to its balanced uniformity, strong survival rates, and adaptability to local farming conditions.

These day-old chicks from Zartech are produced under stringent hatchery standards, ensuring excellent chick vitality, robust early growth, and lower mortality. Farmers benefit from a broiler that reaches market weight quickly, maintains impressive body conformation, and thrives under both intensive and semi-intensive management.

The Cobb 500 is engineered for high-performance meat production, offering a winning combination of low feed costs, consistent weight gain, and exceptional carcass quality — making it a powerful choice for farmers seeking dependable results and strong ROI.

Key Features & Benefits 

• Blazing-Fast Growth Rate — reaches market size sooner for quicker turnover.

• Exceptional Feed Efficiency — industry-leading FCR for maximum profit.

• Premium Meat Yield — outstanding breast meat output and carcass grade.

• High Resilience — stronger immunity reduces mortality and losses.

• Unmatched Uniformity — predictable size and weight across the flock.

• Climate Adaptable — performs excellently even in hot and humid regions.

• Commercial-Proven Genetics — trusted worldwide for reliable broiler production.

Recommended Usage

Zartech Cobb 500 is ideal for:

• Commercial broiler farms

• Smallholders targeting quick market cycles

• Large-scale integrated poultry operations

• Businesses aiming for high meat yield and fast turnover

Delivered as day-old chicks ready for brooding and rapid development.

Mode of Operation

Cobb 500 broilers grow rapidly due to:

• Superior genetic selection

• High metabolism efficiency

• Optimized muscle development

• Strong appetite and feed utilization
  This combination leads to rapid muscle gain, especially around the breast, legs, and thighs.

Directions for Use (Farmer-Friendly Guide)

1. Brooding & Temperature:

• Maintain 32–34°C for the first 5–7 days.

• Reduce temperature gradually by 2°C weekly.

• Ensure dry litter and good ventilation.

2. Feeding Program:

• Start with broiler starter (0–2 weeks)

• Broiler grower (3–4 weeks)

• Broiler finisher (5–market)

• Provide clean water at all times.

3. Lighting:

• 23 hours of light in the first week

• Maintain consistent lighting for reduced stress

4. Health & Biosecurity:

• Follow recommended vaccination schedule

• Keep pens clean, dry, and disinfected

• Isolate sick birds immediately

Suitable Production Goals

• Quick-turnover meat production

• Bulk supply to supermarkets and retailers

• Local and large-scale market sales

• High-efficiency poultry enterprises