A photoperiod of 17 h/day was maintained. Egg production
was recorded daily. During the laying period, a random
sample of 10 eggs/replicate was collected on 2 consecutive
days per week for determining egg weight. Feed intake was
recorded on a weekly basis. FCR was calculated as the ratio
of g of feed consumed per g of egg weight.The magnitude of
production variables such as feed intake and egg production
was adjusted formortality rates.Mortality was recorded daily.