Livestock farming is a profitable enterprise if animals are well managed. Poultry farming rewards farmers with many benefits through various ways.
However birds are affected by cannibalism inform of feather picking, toe picking this must be controlled to enhance proper growth of birds. It is highly recommended to provide fresh water, timely gather eggs and always clean poultry houses to improve overall growth and ensure maximum returns.
Poultry benefits
First, chicken eggs and meat are highly demanded hence income generation.
Also poultry gives faster returns as egg farmers start earning between 17- 21 weeks while broiler farmers earn between 6-8 weeks.
Additionally, birds require low operational costs since birds do not need heavy machinery and chickens also need less space.
Furthermore, broilers provide meat in a shorter time hence faster return on investment.
Chickens also provide compost, this is used to boost crop growth as well as sold to generate farm income.
Poultry creates farm self sufficiency this because of high profits that are generated from poultry farm and lastly feathers from birds can be sold to generate farm income.
Considerations
Always feed birds on balanced feeds for better growth and maximum production of meat and eggs.
Ensure establishment of proper farm buildings to improve overall animal health and debeak birds to avoid cannibalism.
Always avoid crowding birds in houses to ease free air circulation and regularly turn chicken beddings to prevent disease outbreaks.
Lastly establish a sustainable water source to avoid farm expenditures.
