Category: BIRDS

Fowl Pox in Chickens: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention for Young Farmers Your chicken has pox (fowl pox) on its face — a common viral disease in poultry that young farmers need to recognize and manage well. What is Fowl Pox? Fowl pox (also called avian pox) is a viral infection caused by an avipoxvirus. It…

Healthy Natural Ways to Strengthen the Health of Chickens and Turkeys Young poultry farmers often focus on feed and medication but sometimes overlook simple natural practices that can help birds maintain good health. Chickens and turkeys need balanced nutrition, clean water, good hygiene, proper ventilation and enough space to stay healthy. Here are some natural…

Why Farmers Should Separate Chickens and Turkeys When They Are Fully Grown Raising chickens and turkeys together may look convenient when the birds are young, but as they grow bigger, keeping both birds in the same pen can create serious problems. Young poultry farmers should understand that chickens and turkeys have different behaviours, feeding needs,…

When to Start Turkey Farming for December Sales December is one of the best periods of the year for turkey farmers because demand for turkey usually increases during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. Families, restaurants, caterers and food sellers often look for mature birds for the festive season. However, December turkey sales should not…

Why Now Is the Best Time to Start Broilers for Sale in December For young poultry farmers planning to make money from broiler chickens during the December festive season, the time to start preparing is now. December is one of the busiest periods for chicken sales in Nigeria. Families, restaurants, caterers, event planners and individuals…

Poultry Feed and Reducing Feed Costs: A Practical Guide for Young Nigerian Poultry Farmers Feed is one of the biggest expenses in poultry farming. Whether you are keeping broilers, layers, cockerels or local chickens, poor feed management can quickly reduce your profit. For a young poultry farmer, the goal is not simply to find the…

Chicken Vaccination Schedules: A Practical Guide for Young Poultry Farmers Vaccination is one of the most important parts of successful poultry farming. A good vaccination programme helps protect chickens against serious diseases, reduces mortality and prevents avoidable losses. However, vaccination is not a substitute for good management. Clean water, proper nutrition, biosecurity, adequate ventilation, good…

Poultry Diseases and Treatments: A Practical Guide for Young Poultry Farmers Keeping chickens healthy is one of the most important responsibilities of a poultry farmer. A disease outbreak can spread quickly through a flock, causing poor growth, reduced egg production, high treatment costs and sudden deaths. For a young poultry farmer, the most important skill…

Chicken Feed Intake: How Much Should Chickens Eat and Are They Getting the Right Feed for Their Age? Feed is one of the biggest expenses in poultry farming, especially for young farmers. Understanding how much your chickens should eat and giving them the correct feed for their age can make a big difference in growth,…

What to Do First When Your Chicken Has Watery Droppings Watery droppings are a common warning sign that young chicken farmers should never ignore. A chicken may occasionally produce softer droppings, but frequent watery diarrhea can indicate problems with feed, water, parasites, infections, heat stress, or poor hygiene. The first action is to isolate the…