One of the most important traits of successful farmers are the ability to think inventively and sometimes unconventionally about challenges like disease. Sometimes a solution is simple but if it works, it works. This farmer, Mary Njeri, has worked out that if she dips her chickens physically, in a bucket,…
In our first article we discussed some production parameters for chicken farmers. Here we conclude basic production requirements for profitable chicken operations. AIR Chickens need fresh air at the right temperature. Never be tempted to compromise on the supply of fresh air when, for example, you may need to increase the temperature…
Constructing top-class poultry houses is important if you want to achieve the best possible production quality. Providing a healthy and comfortable environment will help you do so. Adequate ventilation (or air-flow) in poultry housing is extremely important for chicken health. But you have to get the ventilation right so that…
Poultry farming can be profitable, but the prospective poultry farmer has to plan carefully beforehand. Anyone who wants to produce poultry has first to find a market – even before acquiring land. A poultry farmer can produce for the meat market or the egg market. And don’t forget about by-products;…
Dr. Mick Versfeld drills down into the issues that should be looked at if your chickens aren’t performing as well as they should be. FEED At least 60% of the cost of farming poultry is feed, so efficient management of feed is vital for optimal production. Fresh feed should always…
