broiler
Hubbard Classic in Zimbabwe, Complete Management Guide
Recommended for Matabeleland, Masvingo, and Lowveld operators where heat stress is a consistent challenge. Lower FCR ceiling but better survivability.
2,200g
Day-42 Target
2.35
Target FCR
73%
Dressout %
good
Heat Tolerance
Zimbabwe Availability: Limited, available through select hatcheries, increasingly common in smallholder sector
Strengths
- Higher heat tolerance, better for Lowveld and semi-arid regions
- Lower leg disorder incidence
- Performs adequately on lower-protein rations
- More forgiving in variable climates
Challenges
- Lower feed conversion than Cobb/Ross
- Slightly lower dressout percentage
- Smaller frame, buyers in premium markets may prefer Cobb/Ross size
FarmIQ Platform
FarmIQ tracks your Hubbard Classic batch against these benchmarks automatically.