HOW TO GET YOUR CHICKENS TO LAY MORE EGGS — PART 2
HOW TO GET YOUR CHICKENS TO LAY MORE EGGS — PART 2 Here are 10 detailed tips to help your hens lay more eggs consistently: 1. Pick good egg-laying breeds … Read More
Category: Farm lessons in Nigeria
FEEDING TIMETABLE FOR LAYERS CHICKEN
FEEDING TIMETABLE FOR LAYERS CHICKEN Here is a feeding timetable for layer chickens from day-old to laying period (0–20 weeks) Phase 1: Chick Starter (0–6 weeks) Starter feed (Chick mash), … Read More
Major Uses of Moringa Plant in Poultry Farming
Major Uses of Moringa Plant in Poultry Farming Moringa, also known as the drumstick tree, is packed with nutrients that can greatly benefit poultry. Here’s how it can be used: … Read More
HATCHERY MANAGEMENT – ENSURING HIGH CHICK SURVIVAL & PROFITABILITY
HATCHERY MANAGEMENT – ENSURING HIGH CHICK SURVIVAL & PROFITABILITY Running a hatchery is a highly profitable agribusiness, but many farmers struggle with low hatch rates, weak chicks, and disease outbreaks … Read More
MEALWORMS BENEFITS FOR CHICKENS AND THEIR NUTRITIONAL COMPONENTS
MEALWORMS BENEFITS FOR CHICKENS AND THEIR NUTRITIONAL COMPONENTS High protein content – Mealworms contain up to 50% protein, which is essential for growth, feather health, and egg production. Boosts egg … Read More
5 MOST IMPORTANT LIQUID MEDICINES FOR YOUR CHICKENS & THEIR BENEFITS
5 MOST IMPORTANT LIQUID MEDICINES FOR YOUR CHICKENS & THEIR BENEFITS Keeping your flock healthy is key to successful poultry farming! Here are five essential liquid medicines every chicken keeper … Read More
VACCINATION OF BROILER BIRDS.
VACCINATION OF BROILER BIRDS. Vaccination is a crucial part of broiler poultry management to ensure birds remain healthy and achieve optimal growth and productivity. Here’s a typical vaccination schedule for … Read More
3 Reasons to Reduce the Number of Eggs Your Hen Broods
3 Reasons to Reduce the Number of Eggs Your Hen Broods Better hatch rates – Too many eggs can mean uneven warmth, leading to lower hatching success. Stronger chicks … Read More
BIG MISTAKES FARMERS MAKE WHEN NEW CHICKS ARRIVE
BIG MISTAKES FARMERS MAKE WHEN NEW CHICKS ARRIVE After buying chicks for us,most new farmers might lose chicks because of simple mistakes. Here’s how to avoid them: Not Warming Up … Read More
Important Poultry Chicken Terminologies
Important Poultry Chicken Terminologies: 1. Broiler: Young chicken grown for meat production. 2. Layer: Female chicken grown for egg production. 3. Breeder: Adult chicken used for breeding purposes. 4. Chick: … Read More