Livestock Management: Keeping Chickens

Poultry farming is profitable with low startup costs. Broiler production (meat): 1) Buy day-old chicks from reputable hatchery. 2) Provide warm brooding for first 3 weeks. 3) Use quality feed - starter, grower, finisher. 4) Ensure clean water always available. 5) Vaccinate against Newcastle disease and Gumboro. 6) Ready for market at 6-8 weeks. Layer production (eggs): 1) Point-of-lay pullets start laying at 18-20 weeks. 2) Provide layer feed for good egg production. 3) Collect eggs daily. 4) Each hen lays 280-300 eggs per year. 5) Keep housing clean and well-ventilated to prevent disease.