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A chicken cage, also known as a battery cage, is a housing system used in poultry farming to confine chickens for the purpose of egg production. The cages are typically arranged in rows and stacked in multiple tiers, maximizing the use of space in a poultry house.

The advantages of the battery cage system for poultry farming include:

1. Space efficiency: Battery cages allow for high-density housing of chickens, maximizing the number of birds that can be housed in a given area. This is particularly advantageous for commercial poultry farms where maximizing production within limited space is important.

2. Disease control: By confining chickens to individual cages, the spread of diseases and parasites can be minimized compared to alternative housing systems where chickens have more contact with each other and their droppings.

3. Ease of management: Battery cage systems make it easier to monitor and manage individual chickens, including feeding, watering, and health checks. This can lead to more efficient operations and better control over production parameters.

4. Reduced egg damage and contamination: Eggs laid in battery cages typically roll onto a conveyor belt or collection area, reducing the likelihood of damage or contamination compared to eggs laid on the floor or in other types of housing systems.

5. Automated egg collection: Many battery cage systems are equipped with automated egg collection systems, which further reduce labor requirements and potential for egg damage.