Guides for Raising Healthy Chickens Anywhere
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If you’re thinking about raising backyard chickens, you’ve probably seen the charming and simple A-frame chicken coop. This comprehensive guide is based on our own hands-on experience building and using an A-frame chicken coop for our flock. We’ll break down everything you need to know, from whether this design is right for you to how … Read more
Getting the right number of feeders and drinkers for your broilers is one of the most critical steps for ensuring healthy, uniform growth. This guide answers “how many feeders and drinkers for 100 broilers” and is for small and medium-scale flock owners raising 10 to 500 broilers. We’ll give you exact, fact-checked numbers for broiler … Read more
Whether you’re raising chickens for meat (broilers) or eggs (layers), one of the biggest questions is how to feed them correctly. This guide is for backyard keepers and small-flock owners who want to make sure their chickens get the right amount of food and water at the right times. We will cover feeding schedules for … Read more
So, you’re thinking about starting a poultry farm in Nigeria. Good on you. The single biggest choice you’ll make, the one that decides almost everything else, is the kind of house you build for your birds. This decision hits your wallet, your daily work, and your chickens’ health. The two main options on the table … Read more
Knowing how to safely preserve and store eggs correctly is key to ensuring food safety, extending shelf life, and for sellers, increasing profit. Whether you’re managing eggs at home or for a small business, proper handling prevents the spoilage of eggs. This guide will walk you through the safest, most effective methods for egg storage, … Read more
Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Are you a poultry farmer in Nigeria looking to get more eggs from your layers? The secret is in their food. Making your own layer mash is a great way to control quality, potentially save money, and boost egg production, especially with the rising costs of commercial feeds—a key factor … Read more
For folks like us in the poultry business, a single sick bird can be the sign of a much bigger problem. A disease outbreak is more than just a setback; it’s a threat to your entire livelihood and the welfare of your flock. The financial and emotional cost can be devastating. This is where a … Read more
Bringing home new day-old chicks is an exciting time, but the first 24 hours are critical. Knowing how to spot the difference between a healthy, vigorous chick and a poor-quality one can save your entire flock from a disastrous start. This guide gives you the exact checklist commercial hatcheries use, covering everything from the ideal … Read more
Are you a farmer in Nigeria looking for the best place to buy day-old chicks (DOCs)? Starting your poultry business with healthy, high-quality chicks is the most important step for success, as it sets the foundation for your profit. Finding a good hatchery with fair prices can be tough, but this guide will help you. … Read more
Are you a poultry farmer in Nigeria sitting on a pile of what you think is waste? With the rising cost of feed and other inputs, finding new income streams is no longer a luxury—it’s essential for survival. That chicken manure in your pens is actually a pile of money waiting to be made. Many … Read more