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Poultry

Hellen Koech: My journey from 3 Kienyeji chicken to a profitable poultry business

Three years ago, Hellen Koech bought three hens and a cock from her neighbour in Kabiemit, Chepkorio ward in Elgeyo Marakwet County. Today, she is...

Christine Kilonzi: here’s how I tell what sex eggs will hatch into

In the small compound in Mwingi, Kitui County, tens of birds roam freely. Some lie on the ground while others rummage for worms from the...

Your most comprehensive guide on all chicken feed ingredients

The following guide was first published in the magazine Seeds of Gold by Sophie Miyumo. Feeds account for about 60 to 70 per cent of...

Feeding and vaccinating chicken broilers

To begin with, broiler birds take six to eight weeks to reach market weight. Therefore, in the case of feeding, provide broiler starter of...

The dos and don’ts when making poultry feeds at home

To begin with, the choice between maize germ and whole maize as the primary source of carbohydrates, or between soya meal and fishmeal as...

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