A poultry shed is typically a long, rectangular building with an open or semi-closed design that allows fresh air circulation while protecting birds from extreme weather, predators, and diseases. Modern poultry sheds are often built using steel or pre-engineered structures for durability and easy maintenance.
Structural Features
- Frame structure: Steel or RCC columns with trusses or PEB framing
- Roofing: Sloped roof with metal sheets or asbestos-free sheets (for drainage and heat reduction)
- Side walls: Often partially open with wire mesh, curtains, or shutters
- Flooring: Concrete or earthen floor (sometimes with litter material like rice husk)
- Orientation: Usually east–west direction to minimize direct sunlight
