Environment-controlled sheds have transformed poultry farming in Pakistan. Here's how a control shed is built, why it outperforms open sheds, and what to plan for.
Why environment-controlled sheds?
A control shed regulates temperature, humidity and air quality year-round using insulation, tunnel ventilation, evaporative cooling pads and exhaust fans. The result is lower mortality, better feed conversion (FCR) and higher weight gain than open sheds — a stronger return per bird.
Key elements of a control shed
- Insulated roof and side walls to hold temperature
- Cooling pads on one end and exhaust fans on the other for tunnel airflow
- Correct floor and foundation that stays dry and cleanable
- Sealed, controllable openings for airflow management
- Feeding and watering line provisions and standby power
Planning and cost
Cost depends on shed size (bird capacity), insulation spec and equipment. Getting the civil structure, floor and ventilation openings right is critical — retrofits are expensive. Our poultry control shed service builds the complete structure with ventilation and cooling provisions.



