Official page of The Kenya Pig & Poultry Veterinary Association 🐖🐓🐔 | Inquiries: keppova@gmail.com
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4 Feb 2024
Exploring the benefits of using Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) in chicken feed! A thread:
1. BSFL are a rich source of protein, containing essential amino acids crucial for chicken growth and health. 🐥💪
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
21 Nov 2024
Poultry farming isn’t just about raising birds; it’s about raising health! Proper nutrition, clean housing, and biosecurity ensure healthy flocks and profitable farming.
Let’s farm smart and care for our birds!
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
22 Nov 2024
Stocking density in Broiler parent stock:
▪︎The recommended stocking density is 5 birds/M².
▪︎This is to provide enough space for mating and feeding.
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
21 Nov 2024
Mortality rates in broilers:
▪︎The normal mortality rates in broilers are 1-5% depending on the time at which you sell broilers.
▪︎Your chicks supplier will always give you extra chick to cover 2% mortality.
▪︎Do your chicks supplier provide you with extra chicks??
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
21 Nov 2024
Good morning Farmers,
May you have happy, Blessed and productive day you all🙏🙏
#FarmWithGilbert
#NoFarmsNoFoods
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
14 Nov 2024
"Turkey farming: where each bird becomes part of a sustainable future, bringing health and heart to the table."
#TurkeyFarming
#FarmWithGilbert
#NoFarmsNoFoods
#AgInfluencersRw
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
14 Nov 2024
Expected cumulative feed consumption in broilers per 1 bird.
Week 1 180grms
Week 2 588grms
Week 3 1.320kg
Week 4 2.358kg
Week 5 3.635kg
Week 6 5.100kg
Week 7 6.749kg
Week 8 8.549kg
Cobb 500.
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
14 Nov 2024
"Disinfection isn’t just a task; it’s a promise of protection. Keep your flock safe by keeping it spotless."
#FarmWithGilbert
#NoFarmsNoFoods
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
We're back with the webinars. You are welcome to our weekly Thursday webinar this week at 7.00pm.
The registration link will be sent tomorrow. Have a nice evening
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
23 Oct 2024
CS Agriculture & Livestock Development @DrAndrewkaranja
"My Ministry will support KVB to ensure they undertake the Veterinary Regulatory activities in Kenya with zeal. I urge all Veterinary Practitioners to comply with the Law."
@jmueke @koske_felix @kilimoKE @vmdKenya
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
23 Oct 2024
At our farm, we utilize pig manure to cultivate maize and soybeans for pig feed in an integrated farming practice.
This approach boosts soil fertility while recycling nutrients and reducing waste.
We are establishing a sustainable cycle that benefits the entire farming system.
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
23 Oct 2024
PS State Department of Livestock Development @jmueke
"I am delighted to join KVB fraternity in celebrating the milestone in launching the 2023-2023 Strategic Plan. The State Dept will continue to support KVB"
@DrAndrewkaranja
@koske_felix @kilimoKE
#KVBStrategicPlanLaunch
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
16 Oct 2024
This is the time of meeting between a farmer and chickens.
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
16 Oct 2024
The beauty with poultry is that, once you take good care of the ladies, they reciprocate the care for 2 years. Each bird giving you 12 to 14 trays in that period. Poultry is a lucrative venture 💯
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
15 Oct 2024
If You need to be successful in a poultry farming,
Pay attention on these factors that affect day old Chicks;
-Immunological status of parent stock
-Feed and water
-Temperature& humidity
-Hygienne........
#NoFarmsNoFoods
#FarmWithGilbert
#AgriInfluencerRw
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
17 Oct 2024
To our esteemed Stakeholders,
KVB invites you to the Launch of its 2023-2027 Strategic Plan on 23rd October 2024 at the KVB Headquarters in Kabete, Nairobi from 2-5PM.
The Launch will officiated by Dr Andrew M. Karanja, Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture & Livestock Development.
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
11 Oct 2024
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
25 Aug 2024
4 common mistakes small poultry farmers make:
1. Inadequate biosecurity,
2. Poor ventilation,
3. Improper nutrition, and
4. Insufficient disease control.
Others?
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
26 Aug 2024
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KUROILER CHICKEN BREED!!
Kuroiler is a genetically improved breed from India. This variety of chicken is derived from crossing coloured broiler males with Rhode Island Red females.
#Agronomme🇷🇼
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
25 Aug 2024
If you are worried about starting poultry farming, you can start as small as 100 chicks and learn from there.
The most important inputs are:
🔗Chicken house
🔗Feeds and water
🔗Vaccination
🔗Temperature and Ventilation Control.
#Avian🐓🐓
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KePPoVA Kenya retweeted
26 Aug 2024
What's on your mind? Have you made your plans for the World Rabies Day Celebrations?
#TwendeDiani
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