one article that I read about poultry says that both the feeders and the waterers should be raised to a level that aligns with the back of the poultry for disease control purposes. you should maybe emulate this, just a suggestion sir
I agree with you, the article was spot on. On our end, we actually do raise them, but I feel possibly raised them higher enough. While for the drinkers we tend to use wooden stands but I also noticed as birds grow so does the need to raise them again. Ideally, that's something we can try to fix. Thankyou for sharing your insights. I really appreciate it.
I use starter of koudaijs for 14days and for growers iuse concentrate 100kg of koudaijs+200kg of broken maize i add 2kg of salt and 10kg of lime is the ratio ok with growers coz my birds are my birds are not growing at all and i get them from Ken chic.
I have never used concentrate but I know Koudaijs as a reputable company. I think maybe what you can do is consult some of their experts to advise you on the best ratios for concentrated.
Ideally, our routine is simple, in the first 7 days we administer chick starter and Egocin. While on 3rd week we administer Super Enzyme ( Poultry Microbes) for 7 Days the just feeds and plain water till processing day. Other's are just basic poultry management procedures.
Thank you brother, based on my data and recent prices the cost is close to ksh 180,000. I did a vlog last year you can get more info as well if you have time kindly watch, th-cam.com/video/ADVrqb7Xe6Y/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vAAKTwRSdGDkftOb
Hello Nancy, Ideally we can make an arrangement but not at the moment possibly in a couple of months time as we currently not doing farm visit due to production size. Meanwhile we can exchange notes, I share a lot on this channel as well as in my facebook page.
@@AmosMugisa-os4cs Hello @AmosMugisa-os4cs thank you for the inquiry, for this particular batch I got them from Kenchick. If you were based in Kenya I would have recommended Kenchick as well. However, since you are based in Uganda. I would recommend you check with Farm Up, I have seen them producing high-quality birds.
Well, our routine is simple, in the first 7 days we administer chick starter and Egocin. While on 3rd week we administer Super Enzyme ( Poultry Microbes) for 7 Days the just feeds and plain water till processing day.
@@Afrifama I haven't gotten around to weighing them but they are less than 300g if not less. I'm still giving them starter mash and this week I got a growth promoter hoping to speed up their rate of growth
@@the254system My advice would be to make it a habit to monitor their weight on weekly basis. Atleast that way you can be able to know if you are in track or not. Also Ideally you might be on track as well, I have to notice birds in warmer regions like here (Coastal region) tend to have faster growth rate compared to those in highland areas where it's abit cold. If that's not the case. I would advise you engage local Vet they might be in a better position to help you avert the situation.
Hello Lucy, Based on my experience there are three ways I use to ensure the litter is dry; 1. Put enough litter during the brooding stage, this is essential for the next step. 2. Always turn your litter in the morning probably 2-3 days in the morning, it ensure the wet litter on top is mixed with the dry on the bottom. 3. Lastly, I usually change my litter on day 18 of brooding. This is usually when I notice the presence of ammonia. NB: The first two can be effective if you don't have a big flock.
From experience, On the 28th Day your birds should have an average of atleast 1.6 Kg and 1.5 on lower side. This applies if you have optimal conditions, good brooding, management, feeds and climatic conditions.
There are various factors which can be attributed to mortality, from lack of enough source of heat which leads to overcrowding and eventually stamped, to too much heat which causes heat stress and lastly, issues to do with general health, some chicks are just weak.
Hello Nancy, at Afrifama we usually start from day 18 but gradually and by day 22 we switch to fully to finisher pellets. Day 18 : 3/4 starter + 1/4 finisher Day 19 : 1/2 starter + 1/2 finisher Day 20 : 1/4 starter + 3/4 finisher Day 22 : full finisher Hopefully this helps, Aslo watch this for more insights th-cam.com/video/apbV_d19pYM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=uPJ6TSqOtbjXTcXo
Mostly I usually do a distribution ratio of 3 big drinkers (10 liters) and 3 big feeders (10 Kgs) for 100 birds. However, 1 drinker\feeder can comfortably feed 50 birds.
Thankyou for your inquiry, unfortunately we are currently not in a position to supply this month. However, production will resume in new year. Are you based within coast region?
Hello Wairimu, there is a vlog I did a while back which will help you understand how to go about Marketing th-cam.com/video/GrAhC8Ayfqg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=TaL2q-dFVopZ_mZA However, my advice will always be to start with the market analysis before you kickstart your project, talk to potential clients, and understand their needs.
This is beautiful. Good job bro. Am leaning something here
Thankyou Jackie 🙏🏽 I am glad to hear that, Happy New Year 🎊
one article that I read about poultry says that both the feeders and the waterers should be raised to a level that aligns with the back of the poultry for disease control purposes. you should maybe emulate this, just a suggestion sir
I agree with you, the article was spot on. On our end, we actually do raise them, but I feel possibly raised them higher enough.
While for the drinkers we tend to use wooden stands but I also noticed as birds grow so does the need to raise them again.
Ideally, that's something we can try to fix. Thankyou for sharing your insights. I really appreciate it.
Okay bro Keep up the work
@@Vethub11 I really appreciate your support and insights as always 🙏🏾
Hello sir I wd like to talk to plz about poultry plz
I use starter of koudaijs for 14days and for growers iuse concentrate 100kg of koudaijs+200kg of broken maize i add 2kg of salt and 10kg of lime is the ratio ok with growers coz my birds are my birds are not growing at all and i get them from Ken chic.
I have never used concentrate but I know Koudaijs as a reputable company. I think maybe what you can do is consult some of their experts to advise you on the best ratios for concentrated.
I have seen farmers like Farm Up use the same and they have performed extremely well, possibly you can also reach out and see what the secret is.
Ok thanks
What's your feeding program?.... Your birds are growing uniformly well.
Ideally, our routine is simple, in the first 7 days we administer chick starter and Egocin.
While on 3rd week we administer Super Enzyme ( Poultry Microbes) for 7 Days the just feeds and plain water till processing day.
Other's are just basic poultry management procedures.
Very very thanks ❤❤
You are most welcome!
good broiler chicken farm business & operations #❤️🇵🇰
Shukran, really appreciate 🙏🏾
Good job bro.I follow your work.What is the cost of rearing 500 birds in kenya?
Thank you brother, based on my data and recent prices the cost is close to ksh 180,000. I did a vlog last year you can get more info as well if you have time kindly watch, th-cam.com/video/ADVrqb7Xe6Y/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vAAKTwRSdGDkftOb
I have been waiting. Thanks dear
I hope you found the vlog insightful, thankyou for tuning in.
I'm ready to visit to learn
Hello Nancy, Ideally we can make an arrangement but not at the moment possibly in a couple of months time as we currently not doing farm visit due to production size. Meanwhile we can exchange notes, I share a lot on this channel as well as in my facebook page.
Please share your contacts
Good job bro
Thank you so much 😀
Ok thanks for teaching me about litter management coz my birds are dieing coz of coccidiosis even if I buy medicine they are not ok at all.
You are welcome! if you follow the above steps I believe you will have success at your farm. coccidiosis can be such a nightmare if unchecked.
Good job 🎉🎉 new fam 👋 nipitie 👋
Thankyou Njeri, I really appreciate 🙏🏾
Thanks for sharing brother
I appreciate your feedback. Hopefully you liked it.
@@Afrifama boss I would like to inquire from u wch company has the best birds am in Uganda I wanted to import them from kenya
@@AmosMugisa-os4cs Hello @AmosMugisa-os4cs thank you for the inquiry, for this particular batch I got them from Kenchick. If you were based in Kenya I would have recommended Kenchick as well. However, since you are based in Uganda. I would recommend you check with Farm Up, I have seen them producing high-quality birds.
What vitamins you give them they looks very healthy
Well, our routine is simple, in the first 7 days we administer chick starter and Egocin. While on 3rd week we administer Super Enzyme ( Poultry Microbes) for 7 Days the just feeds and plain water till processing day.
Walai! Mine at 21 days are still little chicks😢 what I'm I doing wrong?
@@the254system What the average weight? then have you introduced them to finisher pellets and vitamins for growth yet?
@@Afrifama I haven't gotten around to weighing them but they are less than 300g if not less. I'm still giving them starter mash and this week I got a growth promoter hoping to speed up their rate of growth
@@the254system My advice would be to make it a habit to monitor their weight on weekly basis. Atleast that way you can be able to know if you are in track or not.
Also Ideally you might be on track as well, I have to notice birds in warmer regions like here (Coastal region) tend to have faster growth rate compared to those in highland areas where it's abit cold.
If that's not the case. I would advise you engage local Vet they might be in a better position to help you avert the situation.
Great
Shukan Amos.
Ihave failed to keep my litter dry please teach me how to do it
Hello Lucy,
Based on my experience there are three ways I use to ensure the litter is dry;
1. Put enough litter during the brooding stage, this is essential for the next step.
2. Always turn your litter in the morning probably 2-3 days in the morning, it ensure the wet litter on top is mixed with the dry on the bottom.
3. Lastly, I usually change my litter on day 18 of brooding. This is usually when I notice the presence of ammonia.
NB: The first two can be effective if you don't have a big flock.
In 28th day how would it weigh (kg)
From experience, On the 28th Day your birds should have an average of atleast 1.6 Kg and 1.5 on lower side. This applies if you have optimal conditions, good brooding, management, feeds and climatic conditions.
Watching ❤❤
That's fantastic, I am happy to hear that. Let me know what you think at the end of the video.
What is the cause of chicks mortality during first week?
There are various factors which can be attributed to mortality, from lack of enough source of heat which leads to overcrowding and eventually stamped, to too much heat which causes heat stress and lastly, issues to do with general health, some chicks are just weak.
Please help how do you feed them
Hello Nancy, at Afrifama we usually start from day 18 but gradually and by day 22 we switch to fully to finisher pellets.
Day 18 : 3/4 starter + 1/4 finisher
Day 19 : 1/2 starter + 1/2 finisher
Day 20 : 1/4 starter + 3/4 finisher
Day 22 : full finisher
Hopefully this helps, Aslo watch this for more insights th-cam.com/video/apbV_d19pYM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=uPJ6TSqOtbjXTcXo
How many feeders and drinkers for each 100 chicks?
Mostly I usually do a distribution ratio of 3 big drinkers (10 liters) and 3 big feeders (10 Kgs) for 100 birds. However, 1 drinker\feeder can comfortably feed 50 birds.
May God 🙏 bless your work coz you have a good heart.
@@KobusingeLucy-od2ng Thank you Lucy You are too kind. I just like sharing what I know, it can inspire someone else out there.
Can i get ready broiler from your farm?
Thankyou for your inquiry, unfortunately we are currently not in a position to supply this month.
However, production will resume in new year. Are you based within coast region?
No I'm based at Nairobi
@@mathewmutinda4326 Unfortunately while in production we only supply within Coast region as for now. Shukran though.
Ihave failed to keep my litter dry
I have 300 birds but i don't know where to sell please help
Hello Wairimu, there is a vlog I did a while back which will help you understand how to go about Marketing th-cam.com/video/GrAhC8Ayfqg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=TaL2q-dFVopZ_mZA
However, my advice will always be to start with the market analysis before you kickstart your project, talk to potential clients, and understand their needs.
How can l get this chick's
If you are based in Kenya, liaise with either Isinya or Kenchic and they will definitely get you the best breed of day-old chicks.