Effect of Floor Space Allowances on Growth, Coccidiosis and Economics of Beetal Kids Under Stall Feeding

The objective of this study was to determine effect of floor space allowances on the economics of raising kids. Twenty-four springborn Beetal kids (~ 3 month old) were randomly divided into four groups with space allowances of 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 and 0.9 m² per kid as closed area for 3 months. The feed and fodder intakes were found higher in higher space allowance; however, intake was statistically comparable (P>0.05). Total gain in body weights under different space allowances were 4.05 kg in 0.6m², 4.64 kg in 0.7 m², 4.99 kg in 0.8 m² and 5.81 kg in 0.9 m². Coccidian oocyst load was significantly (P<0.05) higher in lower floor space allowances. The economic analysis in housing indicated that performance advantage of low stocking density compensate for increase in housing cost and there was maximum income in the group provided with 0.9 m² covered area.