Archives for Poultry Farming
Natural Medications In Poultry Rearing (Ethno-Veterinary Methods)
Once again I am posting this article to help you poultry farmers who are into indigenous chicken / village chicken / road runners / kienyeji chicken farming. Misuse of antibiotics…
Lessons On Keeping Poultry In Urban Areas From A Veteran Farmer
Inside her 9m by 4m poultry house in Kenya-Re estate in Kisumu, Anne Okelo keeps 110 Kuroiler birds. Before last year’s festive season, she had over 200 birds but she…
A Poultry Farming Enterprise That Helps Farmers Thrive – Success Story Of Andrew Makatiani From Kakamega County
When Andrew Makatiani, 38, started Lianfam Africa at Musonga village in Lurambi, Kakamega County, four years ago, he did not expect the business to grow as fast as it did.…
Factors To Consider When On Poultry Feeding
There are many factors which affect feed intake of chickens and hence determine nutrient intake level and efficiency of poultry production. Although the spectrum of these factors is very broad,…
Broilers Vs Layers, A Look At Their Difference, Production And Profitability
Are you confused on what type of chickens to start rearing in your poultry farming business? I will outline the benefits and disadvantages of rearing each of the types of…
Key considerations on poultry house ventilation
Proper air flow is very vital for optimal performance of our birds but many poultry farmers often see it as something neglect! Some problems we have in our farms could…
Use of Liquid Paraffin for Day Old Chicken And Why Farmers Use It.
After hatching, chicks take longer time for them to start feeding on their own. Thus, poultry farmers are encouraged to give chicks liquid paraffin ( not the petroleum based paraffin…
Main causes of high failure rate in poultry business in Kenya today
As a poultry farmer, you must have observed that not every poultry business succeeded around you, yours must have experienced some challenges as well. It is difficult to give specific…
Jubilee Orpington Chicken, a rare breed that has captivated the hearts of many poultry enthusiasts
The Jubilee Orpington Chicken is both a rare and regal breed that has captivated the hearts of many poultry enthusiasts. It has taken over the planet, figuratively and somewhat, literally.…
How to identify Good layers from Bad layers in your poultry farm for quality egg production
Quality egg production is the primary goal for keeping layers. It is, therefore, important to monitor production of your flock, identifying poor layers that eat into your profits with minimal…