Al Mubarak Agrobusiness

Between this hatcheries, which one will you recommend❓

Agrited, Fidan, Amo, Zartech, Chi
Vertex, Supreme, Farm Support, Sayed
Cascada , Valentine , Ajila
Calibre, Bounty Harvest, Obasanjo, Damas,
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Natural Ways to Improve Broiler Growth 👇

Here are natural ways to improve broiler growth without relying too much on chemicals or expensive additives. These methods focus on nutrition, environment, and gut health—the 3 biggest drivers of fast growth.

1. Give Clean, Fresh Water Always

Water affects growth more than feed sometimes.

Change water daily
Keep drinkers clean
In hot weather, add a little garlic or ginger infusion (very mild)

👉 Dehydration = slow growth immediately in broilers.

2. Use Natural Feed Boosters

You can improve feed performance using simple farm materials:

Garlic (crushed, small amount in water) 👉 boosts immunity & digestion
Ginger 👉 improves appetite
Papaya leaves (small quantity, chopped or juice in water) 👉 helps gut health & reduces worms
Turmeric (very small dose in feed or water) 👉 reduces inflammation

👉 Don’t overuse 👉small, consistent doses work best.

3. Improve Gut Health Naturally

A healthy gut 👉 fast weight gain.

Use fermented feed (if done properly and not spoiled)
Add a little yogurt or probiotic sources occasionally (for older birds, not day-old chicks)
Avoid stale or moldy feed completely

4. Balanced Feeding Schedule
First 0–4 weeks: high protein starter feed (22–24%)
4 weeks onward: grower/finisher feed
Feed should be always available (broilers grow fast with ad lib feeding)

👉 Don’t mix too many things into feed at once—it reduces feed efficiency.

5. Proper Housing & Temperature

Broilers grow faster when they are comfortable.

Keep house dry and well ventilated
Avoid overcrowding
Warm chicks properly in the first 2 weeks
Reduce heat stress in hot weather

Heat stress alone can cut growth by 30–40%.

6. Hygiene & Disease Prevention

Slow growth often comes from hidden infections.

Clean drinkers and feeders daily
Remove wet litter quickly
Control flies and ammonia smell
Separate weak or sick birds early

7. Natural Vitamins from Feed Materials

Instead of only supplements:

Corn 👉 energy
Soybean meal 👉 protein
Fish meal 👉 fast muscle growth (if available)
Leafy greens (small amounts) 👉 vitamins

8. Consistent Feeding Routine
Feed at the same times daily
Avoid sudden feed changes
Don’t skip feeding times

Broilers respond strongly to routine.

Danger Signs of Coccidiosis Outbreak in Chickens (And How to Stop It Early) 👇

When coccidiosis starts in a flock, it doesn’t just mean loose droppings, it silently affects growth, feed conversion and can wipe out birds if ignored.

👉 What Happens When Coccidiosis Starts

1. Bloody or watery droppings
One of the earliest signs is wet litter with mucus or blood spots. Birds start passing abnormal droppings before visible sickness shows.

2. Droopy and weak birds
Infected birds become dull, isolate themselves, and stop competing for feed and water.

3. Sudden drop in feed intake
Even when feed is available, birds eat less because the gut is damaged and painful.

4. Poor growth and uneven flock size
Some birds grow normally while others remain stunted due to poor nutrient absorption.

5. High mortality if ignored
Severe cases can spread fast and cause heavy losses, especially in chicks and growers.

👉 How to Prevent and Control Coccidiosis Early

1. Keep litter always dry (most important)
Wet bedding is the main breeding ground. Remove wet spots daily, especially under drinkers.

2. Fix all water spillages immediately
Even small leaks can trigger an outbreak in 48–72 hours.

3. Avoid overcrowding
Too many birds in one space increases infection spread through droppings.

4. Maintain good ventilation
Fresh air reduces moisture and slows down oocyst development.

5. Use proper feed and clean feeders
Dirty feeders and poor feed hygiene increase stress and vulnerability.

6. Early intervention when signs appear
Do not wait, separate weak birds and apply proper treatment quickly.

👉 Weekly Organic Prevention (Natural Protection Routine)

1. Apple cider vinegar in water (1–2 days weekly)
Helps balance gut pH and reduces harmful organisms in the gut.

2. Garlic or ginger infusion (1–2 days weekly)
Natural antimicrobial support that helps strengthen gut health and immunity.

3. Papaya leaf support (occasional use weekly)
Traditionally used to support digestion and reduce internal parasite load.

4. Probiotic boost (once weekly if available)
Helps restore good gut bacteria and improves feed digestion.

5. Clean-out routine once weekly
Remove all wet litter patches, clean drinkers, and disinfect high-risk areas.

👉 Simple Rule to Remember
Dry litter controls coccidiosis. Wet litter invites it.

The Truth About Afternoon Feeding Benefits 👇

Many poultry farmers focus only on morning feeding and forget that afternoon feeding also plays an important role in bird growth and performance.

Here are some benefits of proper afternoon feeding 👈

👉 1. Maintains Energy Levels

Birds use a lot of energy moving around during the day. Afternoon feeding helps replace the energy already used and keeps them active.

👉 2. Supports Faster Weight Gain

When birds have access to fresh feed in the afternoon, they continue eating throughout the day instead of waiting until evening. This can improve feed intake and support better growth.

👉 3. Reduces Feed Wastage

Adding a fresh portion of feed in the afternoon encourages birds to eat more of the feed provided instead of leaving old feed in the feeders.

👉 4. Helps During Hot Weather

Birds often eat less during the hottest part of the day. Feeding in the late afternoon, when temperatures begin to drop, can increase appetite and improve feed consumption.

👉 5. Supports Better Egg Production

For layers, afternoon feeding helps provide nutrients needed for egg formation, especially calcium and energy required for consistent production.

👉 6. Reduces Competition

When feed is available at different times of the day, weaker birds get more chances to eat, helping maintain a more uniform flock.

Best Time for Afternoon Feeding 👇

👉 Around 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm is usually a good period, depending on weather conditions and your management system.

The goal is not just to give more feed, but to make sure birds have access to fresh, clean feed at the right times throughout the day.

The Hidden Reason Your Chickens Are Not Gaining Weight Fast 👇

Many poultry farmers focus on feed and forget that water is just as important. Chickens can survive longer without feed than without water. If birds do not get enough clean water, weight gain will slow down no matter how good the feed is.

👉 1. Helps Birds Eat More Feed

Clean water improves appetite. Birds that drink enough water usually eat more feed, and more feed intake means faster growth and better weight gain.

👉 2. Improves Digestion

Water helps soften feed inside the digestive system, making it easier for nutrients to be absorbed. Better digestion means the bird gets more value from every kilogram of feed.

👉 3. Prevents Dehydration

During hot weather, birds lose a lot of water through panting. Clean, cool water helps replace lost fluids and keeps birds active and growing normally.

👉 4. Supports Nutrient Transport

Water carries nutrients from the digestive tract to different parts of the body. Without enough water, growth and muscle development can slow down.

👉 5. Reduces Stress

Birds become stressed when water is dirty, hot, or unavailable. Stress reduces feed intake and growth rate. Providing fresh water helps birds stay comfortable and productive.

👉 6. Lowers Disease Risk

Dirty water can contain harmful bacteria and parasites that affect bird health. Healthy birds convert feed into weight more efficiently than sick birds.

How to Provide Water for Better Weight Gain

👉 Wash drinkers daily.

👉 Give fresh water in the morning and refill when needed.

👉 Keep water cool and shaded during hot afternoons.

👉 Remove dirt, feed particles, and droppings from drinkers.

👉 Ensure all birds can easily reach water.

Thought for the Day 👇

Clean water is not just for survival, it is one of the cheapest tools for faster growth, better feed conversion, and heavier chickens.

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Why Your Chickens Grow Slowly Even With Good Feed Naturally 👉

Many poultry farmers get confused when their chickens are eating well but still growing slowly. Even with good feed, growth can be delayed because of hidden natural management, health or environment issues 👇

1. Poor Digestion and Feed Utilization

Even good feed won’t help if birds cannot properly digest and absorb the nutrients.

👉 Fix:

Add natural probiotics like yoghurt water (small amount)
Use ginger or garlic in water occasionally
Avoid sudden change of feed

2. Dirty or Insufficient Water

If water is not clean, birds reduce intake and growth slows down.

👉 Fix:

Give clean, fresh water always
Wash drinkers daily
Add natural vitamin sources like pawpaw leaves extract or moringa leaf water sometimes

3. Overcrowding Stress

Too many birds in a small space causes stress and reduces feeding activity.

👉 Fix:

Give enough space per bird
Reduce overcrowding as they grow
Improve airflow naturally by opening windows or mesh sides

4. Hidden Disease or Weak Body Condition

Some mild infections or weak immunity can slow growth without obvious signs.

👉 Fix:

Use natural immunity boosters like garlic water or ginger water
Keep litter dry and clean
Remove weak birds early

5. Heat Stress

Too much heat makes birds eat less and grow slowly.

👉 Fix:

Improve natural ventilation in the poultry house
Use shade and good roof insulation
Give cool clean water more frequently

6. Poor Feed Balance for Age

Even good feed may not match the bird’s growth stage.

👉 Fix:

Use correct natural feed stages (starter, grower, finisher)
Avoid mixing poor quality grains with feed
Ensure feed is from a trusted source

The floor of your pen can either grow your chicken or destroy them this is why you most use ash from kitchen Living

“You don’t fail in broiler farming because it is hard… you fail when you stop learning.”

Some farmers give up after one bad batch.
Some quit because feed is expensive.
Some get discouraged when birds die early.

But experienced farmers know something beginners don’t know:

Every mistake teaches you something valuable.

One week you learn about brooding.

Another week you learn feed management.

Another batch teaches you vaccination timing.

That’s how successful poultry farmers are built — experience, patience, and consistency.

If you’re still pushing despite the challenges, you’re already ahead of many people.

Keep learning.
Keep improving.
Your breakthrough flock may be the next one. 🐥💪

Many people think saving money means buying the cheapest poultry feeds, skipping vaccines, overcrowding your birds to maximize on space or delaying treating your birds hoping that they will miraculously recover because you are afraid of vet costs.In poultry farming, cheap decisions often become the most expensive mistakes.

A farmer will avoid proper vaccination to save a few shillings but then loses an entire flock to Newcastle or Gumboro disease.

Another one will buy poor quality feed because it’s cheaper but later encounter slow growth in birds, drop in egg production and a dip in profits.

Others will ignore ventilation and biosecurity then mortality of birds will rise and treatment costs go beyond the roof.

In poultry farming, prevention is always cheaper than treatment.Try ignorance and you will learn a very expensive lesson.

Poverty is expensive because it forces people to choose short-term survival over long-term efficiency.

As a poultry farmer you must learn to invest wisely, not just spend cheaply.
Together let's fight poverty.