poultry
Poultry farming Part 2: Planning
In the Introduction to Poultry Farming in Issue 70 of ProAgri Zambia and Issue 26 of ProAgri BNZ, we discussed the advantages of such an enterprise, but also the problems you may encounter. Chickens will be a valuable and profitable addition to your existing smallscale farming, but you need[...]
Introduction to poultry farming – part 1
by Tisha Steyn Would you like to start your own poultry farm, but do not know how to go about it? If you already have chickens roaming around your yard, you may like to take it one step further and set up a formal poultry farm. This easy-to-follow course[...]
Weekly Livestock Report: 4 October 2021
Beef Market feel: Demand is staying on a higher level which is supporting prices that remain relatively stable on a higher level. However, weaner prices trended upward the past week due to lower supplies. It is still expected that this price can continue to trend upward as we move[...]
Making profit from poultry: Part 9
In this concluding article we summarise the whole poultry series published in the previous issues of ProAgri BNZ. Broiler and egg production are becoming increasingly popular among small-scale farmers. It is relatively easy to raise broilers and you do not need a lot of space. Chicken meat is also[...]
Making profit from poultry Part 7: Identify and prevent heat stress
Summer has arrived in Southern Africa and the temperatures are soaring. This can lead to high levels of discomfort, not only for humans, but also for animals and poultry in particular. When temperatures are too high, poultry can suffer from a condition called heat stress. This can cause fatalities,[...]