![Significant mineral buildup can be detected by scraping the inside of the waterline or drinker and looking for flaking. To address this, producers should use an equipment-friendly acid or a cleaning substance that birds can consume without harm.](https://img.wattagnet.com/files/base/wattglobalmedia/all/image/2024/01/Proxy_Clean_drinkers.65b416b4c01d4.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=70&w=400)
Significant mineral buildup can be detected by scraping the inside of the waterline or drinker and looking for flaking. To address this, producers should use an equipment-friendly acid or a cleaning substance that birds can consume without harm.
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Even though water is a production aspect that often receives little attention until a problem arises, water intake is a critical component in bird metabolism, nutrition, digestion and performance.