Brief Facts about Nigerian Indigenous (Local) Chickens
Have you ever attempted to know the local breeds of chicken we have in Nigeria? Yes, we have our local chicken breeds in Nigeria and this post will provide some …
Recommended Nigerian Cattle Breeds for Smallholder Dairy (Milk) Production
There are three types of cattle breed. They are Beef Cattle Breeds; Dairy Cattle Breeds; and Dual Purpose Breeds. Beef Cattle are raised or bred mainly for meat (beef) production. …
Vaccination Programme / Schedule for Goat, Sheep & Cattle
The vaccination schedules or programmes for goat, sheep and cattle are presented in the tables below. Administer each vaccine according to what is on the table.
Factors Affecting the Quantity of Milk (Milk Yield)
There are a number of factors that affect the quantity of milk produced or milk yield in animals. They include:
Large White Pig: Facts & Characteristics
History of Large White Pigs A Large White pig (also called Yorkshire) is an exotic breed of pig that has its origin in Yorkshire in England. It is also called …
Heat Stress in Poultry: Causes, Effects, Signs & Solutions
What is Heat Stress? Heat stress is a condition in chickens (and other birds) caused by high temperatures, especially when combined with high relative humidity and low airspeed. Some predisposing …
Vaccination Schedule for KARI Improved Kienyeji Chicken
Vaccination is very important in livestock production, especially in poultry production. Poultry farmers should vaccinate their flock (broiler, pullets, layers, kienyeji, turkeys, duck, geese, etc.) against diseases to avoid losing …
Sample Feed Formula for Rabbits
Use the feed formula below to formula or produce concentrate feed for your rabbits. Crude Protein (CP)=17% Crude Fiber (CF)=15% Disclaimer: Livestocking is not responsible for any damage, loss or negative …
Kienyeji Chicken Feeding Program & Feed Formulation
Kienyeji chicken is a local breed of chicken that is fast gaining popularity in Kenya. It is a dual-purpose bird, meaning that it can be used for meat and egg …
Top 3 Should-Have Android Apps for Poultry Farmers
This is a digital age where technological innovations and inventions have greatly helped poultry farmers and farmers in other fields of agriculture. The use of smartphones is on the increase …