By Dr. Ruth Waineina Record keeping entails collection of relevant information that can help make good decisions and to keep track of activities, production, and important events on a farm. Records should not be complex, rather, they should be limited to only necessary information. Complex records will probably increase chances of making mistakes or they […]
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By Dr. Ruth Waineina Dairy goats require specific husbandry practices to perform optimally. Goat care and management depend on the dairy goat’s age, health status, nutrition and pregnancy status, as well as production needs, the environment, and facilities. Kids need primary care that is different from the older, mature goats. Thus, proper management practices that
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Dr. Ruth Waineina Dairy goats contribute to food and nutritional security through the direct consumption of milk and meat from cull dairy goats, and income stability through the sale of milk and dairy goats’ offspring. Goat milk serves a niche market because of the unique flavor and aroma of its products, such as yoghurt and
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By Dr. Ruth Waineina Proper housing is key in dairy goat keeping. It ensures that goats are safe from harsh weather conditions that can lead to diseases such as helminths and pneumonia, which are the most common diseases affecting goats. Proper goat housing can greatly prevent these diseases. Requirements for a dairy goats houseA dairy
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By Esther Ndanu Stress has health implications for chickens and can result in lower production levels and higher costs. Some of the most significant physiological symptoms of poultry stress include: One major way in which chickens are exposed to stress is during transportation. Transporting chickens from one location to another is often necessary but it
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By Jesicah Omete Fish farming is becoming increasingly important in Kenya’s agricultural sector as it provides a solution to food security, is a reliable source of protein, and provides an opportunity for income generation. For one to be able to plan and develop an aquaculture enterprise, some of the basic requirements to be considered include;a.)
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By David Njenga CULTIVATING FORAGE CROPS on the farm is a cost-effective approach for feeding dairy cattle as feeding cost constitutes about 70-80% of the cost of production. There are different varieties of fodder crops and this article focuses on grasses that farmers can grow highlighting optimal conditions, planting procedures, and management practices. The first
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”Newcastle disease outbreaks are widespread, resulting in significant economic losses in chicken production systems globally” By Dr Ann Wachira NEWCASTLE DISEASE (ND) affects birds globally, and chicken are particularly vulnerable. It’s caused by the virus avian paramyxovirus serotype type1 (APMV-1). There are five types of APMV-1 strains, which are categorized based on their strength in
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“As a farmer ensure you get quality vaccinated day old chicks from reputable farmer or well established hatchery” By Vivian Machanury RAISING DAY OLD chicks is a challenge to many farmers. Day old chicks are very delicate and require utmost care for them to survive. As a farmer ensure you get quality vaccinated day-old chicks
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By Miriam Makato POULTRY FARMING HAS gained popularity in Kenya due to the ease in management and fast returns, as compared to other livestock enterprises such as dairy cattle keeping. However, this sector has faced a major challenge-an increase in feed prices, which has caused small scale farmers to reduce the number of birds kept
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