Profitable Broiler Farming (45-Day Cycle)
A complete end-to-end broiler farming program covering brooder setup, chick reception, feeding schedules, disease prevention, and market readiness. Designed for 200–500 bird batches and suitable for both beginners and farmers looking to scale.
MkulimaHub Advisory Team
Curated by certified agronomists, veterinarians, and agricultural engineers across Kenya
10 years experience
These programmes are developed and reviewed by the MkulimaHub editorial team in collaboration with practising agronomists, veterinarians, and agricultural engineers across Kenya. Every activity is grounded in Kenyan growing conditions, locally available inputs, and real market realities.
Sample Schedule (First 2 Weeks)
Brooder House Preparation
Clean and disinfect the brooder house. Whitewash walls, repair any holes, and set up bedding (wood shavings 5 cm deep). Check ventilation and ensure there are no draughts.
Install Brooder Equipment
Install gas brooders or electric heat lamps (one lamp per 50 chicks). Set temperature to 32–35 °C at chick level. Test water drinkers and ensure they are filled with clean water plus vitamin-C supplement.
Chick Reception Day
Receive day-old chicks from accredited hatchery. Count, record losses, and distribute evenly under brooders. Offer glucose water (5 g/litre) for first 6 hours, then switch to starter feed ad libitum.
Vaccination — Newcastle (Lasota)
Administer Newcastle Disease vaccine via eye-drop or drinking water. Withhold water 2 hours before vaccination. Record batch and vaccine details in farm register.
Week 1 Assessment
Weigh 20 chicks (target: 160–175 g). Record mortality. Check litter moisture — if wet, add fresh shavings. Calculate feed conversion rate so far.
Gumboro Vaccine (IBD)
Administer IBD vaccine via drinking water. Ensure all birds drink within 2 hours. Record in health register.
Switch to Grower Feed
Transition from starter (23% CP) to grower feed (20% CP). Mix 50/50 for 2 days to avoid digestive upset. Weigh 20 birds (target: 420–450 g).
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Full 45-day program
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