The water drinking devices must have been triggered and purged before pullets’ arrival to ensure they
are working properly.
The newly arrived pullets should drink before feeding. The absence of feed at transfer helps them
find the drinkers more easily. Wait for 3 to 4 hours before distributing feed and check that all the
pullets drink properly. A daily check on water consumption is of paramount importance. If nipple
drinkers are used in the laying house but the pullets have not been reared with nipples, increase the
pressure and allow some loss of water during the first few days.