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Heat Stress in Poultry - A Guide for Smallholder Farmers

Keeping poultry healthy during hot weather is essential for smallholder farmers. Heat stress occurs when chickens struggle to regulate their body temperature, leading to reduced productivity and health issues. Understanding the signs and taking preventive measures can help protect your flock. In this article we explore what heat stress is, how to identify it, action […]

Is Your Chicken Sick? Look for These Signs!

By Abdul Kiryowa Keeping your chickens healthy is essential for any smallholder farmer. A single sick bird can result in disease spreading quickly through your house. Early detection is important, and it starts with noticing small changes. Early signs of illness can be easy to miss but catching them quickly can increase your recovery rate […]

The Do's and Dont's of Litter Management

Written by Abdul Kiryowa Litter and litter management are often underestimated aspects of poultry management. Good litter management is one of the keys to keeping your birds healthy and productive. We understand that litter management is a difficult topic to find useful resources on, so we have combined a list of do’s and don’ts to […]

Understanding Biosecurity: A Guide for Smallholder Farmers

What is Biosecurity? Biosecurity on a farm refers to a set of practices and measures implemented to prevent the introduction and spread of infectious diseases among the flock and between farms. It involves implementing various protocols, procedures, and preventive measures to reduce the risk of disease transmission, both from external sources and within the farm […]

Behind the Scenes of Animal Feed: Simplifying and Understanding the 5 Basic Steps in Animal Nutrition.

Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when you buy a bag of animal feed? Animal feed in every form is the result of a carefully crafted process designed to meet the nutritional needs of animals. Feed production is both a science and an art, combining knowledge of animal biology, ingredient quality, and […]