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Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR)   

An index of efficiency expressed in terms of kilograms of feed consumed for per Kilogram live weight gain in meat type birds. 
FCR=Total feed consumed / Weight of live birds sold.

 

Flock

A group of chickens living together.

 

Forbs Herb other than grass.  

Fowl Pox

Highly contagious viral disease of poultry spread by mosquitoes.

 

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