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    How to increase weight of a piglet
    There are three ways in which one can expand pig spacing and these are, putting pigs in larger spaces, selling off pigs and by expanding pig pen. For every pound of feeds consumed pigs require 2-3 pounds of water. Always feed pigs on balanced protein and grain rations. Keep pig comfortable by proper housing. Ensure […]
    Duration: 00:05:57
    Bio security for broiler breeders
    Implementing and following a clear biosecurity programme prevents introduction of diseases on the farm from both humans and animals Additionally, bio security is essential for the bird welfare and key to prevent disease organisms from being introduced into a poultry flock. Furthermore, good bio security begins at the building planing stages. Biosecurity measures Always locate […]
    Duration: 00:03:20
    The secret to raising healthy egg laying chickens
    Chickens are globally reared as source of food and income and usually healthy chickens lay more eggs. Modern chickens produce 300 eggs each year and after 12 months egg production lowers. Additionally factor for successful egg laying are; physical well being, mental well being and natural living. Chickens usually kept under intensive method for increased […]
    Duration: 00:08:07
    How to make millions from piggery
    Pigs are domestic animals kept for consumption, income generation and provision of raw materials that are used in some manufacturing industries. Additionally, pig farming is profitable since pork is highly demanded there are different pig breeds kept all over the world each possessing its unique characteristics that distinguish it from other types. Pig breeds Yorkshire […]
    Duration: 00:07:24
    The secret to setting up a profitable piggery
    Pig farming is highly profitable since pigs have a short gestation of 115 days, give birth to many piglets and usually male piglets grow faster. It is advised to raise and butcher animals for increased profits . However before purchasing piglets consult pig , stock breeders and veterinary for advise. Additionally purchase cross breed pigs […]
    Duration: 00:11:12
    How to make more money on a pig farm
    Pig farming is a profitable business since pigs reproduce quickly, give birth to many piglets. Pork is highly demanded and also pigs have a high feed conversion rate providing more meat. Additionally, a well managed pig farm generates profits. To start pig farming business one must have a strategy to make a decent profit. However […]
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    NFU Safety on the Farm: Livestock Handling
    Proper livestock handling is a key factor in the chain of animal production. This determines the quality and quantity of products on the farm. Being animals with herding instincts, cattle need to be moved to yard without yelling and combining herds man‘s friendly manners with animal‘s instincts is the best way. However while in the […]
    Duration: 00:05:55
    Calf disbudding demonstration with Joris Somers
    As a technique used in animal handling and production, disbudding of claves improve on the quality and quantity of the animal products. Calves need to be disbudded early enough before they are 28 days old as any calf older than 2 weeks need local anaesthetic before the disbudding process. The local anaesthetic dis sensitizes the […]
    Duration: 00:03:52
    Internal parasite control in ruminant animals
    Parasites are a major problem in animals and these can be internal or external. Internal parasites are of 3 types and these include round worms, tape worms and flukes. Among the worms, the most common ones are wire worms and tape worms while under flukes the most common are liver and conical flukes. It is […]
    Duration: 00:04:13
    Reproduction management
    If the herd of animals on a farm should grow, reproduction must be successful. Successful reproduction is defined as the ability of animals to mate, capacity to conceive and deliver a viable young one at the end of a gestation period. During pregnancy, cows should be vaccinated and given production licks to enable them produce […]
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