Day-old chicks, also known as DOCs, have become an increasingly demanded hatchery product by poultry farmers. The current price of day-old chicks is affected by some factors. These include the …
Poultry birds and poultry production are generally affected by seasonal climatic or weather changes. For instance, in the wet or cold season, chickens eat more feed, drink less water and …
Turkey farming is the process of raising turkeys for the purpose of producing meat or eggs for food or money. Turkey, chicken, guinea fowl, duck and quail are all domestic birds …
Fumigation is a method of disinfection or destruction of harmful disease organisms in an environment by using fumigants. Fumigants are chemicals that are released into the atmosphere in the form …
What is a chicken coop? A chicken coop is a house where chickens are kept secure from predators or harsh weather conditions. In the coop, nest boxes are provided for …
Some poultry farmers don’t know (or are confused about) the difference between a cockerel and a cock. Some farmers also find it difficult to figure out the difference between a …
Distinguishing between a good layer and a bad layer could be quite difficult for inexperienced poultry farmers. For example, you may be interested in buying point of lay chickens, and …
A layer feeding and weight chart is an essential management tool for poultry producers. The chart allows farmers to track the weight gain and feed intake of their layers so …
The broiler starter feed is one of the most important diets of broilers and specifically for new, young broiler chicks. Proper nutrition during the starter phase is essential for proper …
When you’re ready to sell your livestock farm products, it’s important to have a plan in place to ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible. There are a …