Poultry farming is not a new term to most of us. However
there is something unique about this type of farming that is yet to be
unveiled. Most farmers have tried this farming and yet have failed terribly.
Some even engage in poultry farming simply for fun or rather to occupy the
space that they have in their backyards. Despite the failures, there are those
who attest to the fact that this farming is indeed profitable and income
generating like never before. So the question that is on most people’s mind is;
what is the trickery into this type of farming?
Below are some of the tips to be successful in poultry
farming:
Business plan
The most important thing that any farmer should do is to
have a business plan. This will give you direction and the means to get to the
point you have in mind. The last thing that you should do is to engage in
poultry farming simply because you can. No! Have a business plan before you get
into anything. This will call for laying down the budget that you have and the
amount of money that you are ready to spend into this agribusiness.
Land and capital
Do you have land to start with? These days land is hard to
come by. This is merely because most land owners prefer to use their lands in
building houses for rent. Additionally, areas where market can easily be found are
congested and land is not easily available. Capital is a MUST have if you want
to engage in poultry farming. This applies mostly to rearing broilers for sale.
If you really, really yearn to be successful in poultry farming you have to
think big and have the gearing capital to push you all the way.
How will you raise your chicken?
It is also important to think about the ways in which you
are going to rear your chicken. For example, you have the option of opting for
layers, broilers or going the conventional way of rearing chicken. Whichever
option you choose it is critical to think about how you will do it. Ensure that
you have the skill and knowledge before venturing into any style of rearing
chicken.
Market
Successful poultry farming also demands for good marketing
skills. If you are a newbie in the industry it is essential that you take some
time to find the right market that suits your needs. Confirm that the available
market will meet the kind of profits that you have budgeted for. This will
warrant that you stay in business for a long time.
Record keeping
Keeping records is something that is always neglected by
most farmers. This becomes a problem in knowing whether you were profitable or
not. Therefore, write down every detail in your farming activity and this will
pledge that you find the best track to win your agribusiness to the top.
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