@shinatoms_farm: Most farmers lose chicks in the first 24 hours. Not from disease. From heat, water, and a brooder that wasn’t ready. Before they arrive: • Warm, clean brooder • Digital thermometer • Clean water + electrolytes • Fresh starter feed Too cold = huddling Too hot = moving away + panting Eating? Check the crop. Get day 1 right and the whole batch performs better. What’s the first thing YOU check when DOC arrive?