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Understanding Artificial Insemination in Goats
Quality tested semen is available from a number of institutions in Kenya, giving farmers a chance of getting good service in the field of Artificial Insemination in Goats. Direct importation…
Sourcing, care and management of day-old chicks
Poultry hatchery business is a highly specialised job and, therefore, the industry is characterised by a few accredited firms mainly concentrated in some parts of the country. Usually, poultry farmers…
Dos and donโts when a cow is in a dry period
Dry period in diary production refers to the 50 to 60 days when a lactating but pregnant cow is given a break from milking prior to next calving down. During…
Why zero grazing no longer an ideal dairy production system – Recent research shows
For those thinking of going into zero grazing, think again. Recent research says the system of dairy production is no longer viable as farmers are unable to break even due…
Pests and diseases of an avocado tree that you should be aware of before planting
Avocados are tasty additions to the garden, but there are many pests and diseases of an avocado tree that you should be aware of before planting. The vast majority of…
Milk vending ATM machines in Kenya and where to buy, plus cost analysis
Innovators often identify a gap and predict its value to society. That is exactly what Julius Mwauraย is doing - bringing pasteurised milk closer to the people. Mwaura, the managing…
Kenya avocado farmers getting lots of attention from export market and also enjoys a competitive advantage over other exporting countries
Kenya has since been known as an agricultural country with leading exports like tea, coffee, flowers, but there is a new produce that is getting lots of attention- the avocado.…
Poultry farming huge losses that made me wiser and richer after all
Walking into Juliana Langatโs farm in Njerian village, Bomet County, one cannot stop to marvel at her numerous chickens. In one of the pens, the chickens squawk loudly as they…
Common practices that pull down most dairy farms in Kenya
On a chilly Saturday morning last week, members of Kitiri Dairy Cooperative Society gathered at the Engineer Catholic Church in Nyandarua. The farmers had met at the church to learn…
SERIOUS Factors to consider when buying those day old chicks being advertised on facebook
If you are a poultry farmer or you wish to enter into poultry farming and will want to use day old chicks as a start then there are certain things…