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TJ FARM POULTRY & DAIRY FARM.

🥚🐔 Want more healthy eggs from your hens?Keep them productive with quality feed, clean water, enough light, clean nests,...
10/04/2026

🥚🐔 Want more healthy eggs from your hens?
Keep them productive with quality feed, clean water, enough light, clean nests, and good health care. Happy hens lay more!

08/04/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Kenias Masiye, Velster Nyaboke

Here’s a short, clean, and engaging post you can use:---🐔 Poultry Farming Tip – Layers in Kenya 🇰🇪Did you know?A healthy...
04/04/2026

Here’s a short, clean, and engaging post you can use:

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🐔 Poultry Farming Tip – Layers in Kenya 🇰🇪

Did you know?
A healthy hen starts laying eggs at 18–22 weeks and can produce for up to 12–18 months 🥚

✅ Average production: 250–300 eggs per year per hen
✅ Peak laying period: First 6–8 months
✅ Good management = more eggs & better profits 💰

Invest in quality feed, clean water, and proper housing for maximum returns!

📩 For poultry supplies & advice, reach out today!

Building a DIY incubator (often called a "hatchery" by hobbyists) is a rewarding weekend project. The goal is to mimic a...
01/04/2026

Building a DIY incubator (often called a "hatchery" by hobbyists) is a rewarding weekend project. The goal is to mimic a mother hen by providing consistent heat, humidity, and ventilation.
Here is a breakdown of how to build the styrofoam-style incubator shown in the image.
🛠️ Tools & Materials Needed
The "Must-Haves"
* Insulated Box: A styrofoam cooler or a plywood box lined with rigid foam insulation.
* Heat Source: A 25W to 40W incandescent bulb and a ceramic light socket.
* Thermostat: A digital STC-1000 controller (essential for preventing "fried" eggs).
* Hygrometer/Thermometer: To monitor internal humidity and backup temperature.
* Computer Fan: A small 12V DC fan to circulate air (prevents cold spots).
* Viewing Window: A small sheet of plexiglass or heavy plastic wrap.
* Hardware Cloth: A wire mesh floor to keep eggs off the bottom and allow air to circulate.
* Water Tray: A small plastic container and a sponge to control humidity.
The Tools
* Utility knife (for cutting the cooler/foam)
* Duct tape or aluminum foil tape
* Wire st*****rs and screwdrivers
* Hot glue gun
📝 The Step-by-Step Process
1. Prepare the Housing
Cut a rectangular hole in the lid of your cooler. Use silicone or strong tape to secure the plexiglass over the hole. This allows you to check the eggs without letting the heat out.
2. Install the Hardware Cloth
Cut the wire mesh to fit the bottom of the cooler. Bend the edges down about 1-2 inches so it sits like a "platform." This creates a space underneath for your water tray and allows air to move under the eggs.
3. Setup the Heat & Air
Mount the light socket on one side of the box (make sure it doesn't touch the foam directly to avoid melting). Mount the computer fan near the bulb to blow the warm air across the eggs.
4. Wire the Thermostat
Follow the wiring diagram for your digital thermostat (like the STC-1000). You will plug the light bulb into the "heating" circuit. Place the thermostat's sensor probe at the same height as the top of the eggs for the most accurate reading.
5. Humidity Control
Place a small tray of water under the wire mesh. If the humidity is too low, add a sponge to increase the surface area of the water.
💰 Estimated Cost Breakdown
| Item | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Styrofoam Cooler | $5.00 – $10.00 |
| Digital Thermostat (STC-1000) | $12.00 – $18.00 |
| Light Socket & Bulb | $5.00 – $8.00 |
| 12V DC Fan & Power Adapter | $10.00 – $15.00 |
| Hygrometer | $6.00 – $10.00 |
| Mesh, Tape, Plexiglass Scrap | $10.00 – $15.00 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $48.00 – $76.00 |
> 💡 A Quick Pro-Tip: Before you put real eggs in, run the incubator for 24 to 48 hours. You want to make sure the temperature stays rock-solid at 99.5°F (37.5°C) and the humidity stays around 45-50% for the first 18 days.
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Are you planning on turning the eggs by hand, or would you like to know how to integrate an automatic egg turner?

📢 📢 📢 📢 📢 📢 Raising healthy improved kienyeji or broiler chickens starts with proper care from day one! 🐥🐔From day-old c...
31/03/2026

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Raising healthy improved kienyeji or broiler chickens starts with proper care from day one! 🐥🐔
From day-old chicks to full maturity, your poultry needs the right medication, vaccination, feeding, and hygiene practices to grow strong, resist diseases, and give maximum returns.
✅ Day-old chicks: Boost with glucose, vitamins & warmth
✅ Early weeks: Vaccinate against Newcastle & prevent coccidiosis
✅ Growing stage: Deworm, strengthen immunity & monitor health
✅ Maturity: Maintain vaccination, control parasites & proper feeding
💡 A healthy flock = Profitable farming!
Whether you’re starting small or scaling up, proper management is key to success.
📍 Location: Kenya
📞 For guidance, supplies, or consultation, feel free to reach out! +254762453714
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Starting a simple poultry (chicken) farm can definitely grow into a solid income stream if you keep it practical and con...
24/03/2026

Starting a simple poultry (chicken) farm can definitely grow into a solid income stream if you keep it practical and consistent. Since you’re in Kenya, I’ll tailor this to what works well locally.

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🐔 1. Decide Your Focus (Very Important)

Pick one main direction first:

Layers → eggs daily (steady income)

Broilers → meat (fast cash every 5–8 weeks)

👉 For beginners:

Start with broilers for quick money

Then expand into layers for long-term income

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🏡 2. Start Small (Don’t Rush Big)

Begin with:

50–100 chicks

Why?

Easy to manage

Lower risk if something goes wrong

You learn before scaling

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🏠 3. Build a Simple Chicken House

Keep it cheap but effective:

Good ventilation (airflow is key)

Dry floor (use sawdust or wood shavings)

Protection from rain & predators (dogs, snakes)

👉 Rule:

1 square meter = 8–10 chickens

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🐥 4. Buy Healthy Chicks

Get chicks from trusted hatcheries like:

Kenchic

Muguku (well-known in Kenya)

Look for:

Active chicks

Bright eyes

No weakness

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🌽 5. Feeding (This is where profit is won or lost)

Feed stages:

For Broilers:

Starter mash (0–3 weeks)

Grower mash (3–5 weeks)

Finisher mash (5+ weeks)

👉 Tip:
Feed consistently + clean water always

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💉 6. Vaccination (Don’t skip this!)

Common diseases:

Newcastle

Gumboro

Follow a simple vaccination schedule from agrovet.

👉 Skipping this = losses

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💰 7. Costs & Expected Returns (Example: 100 Broilers)

Approx:

Chicks: KSh 100–130 each

Feed: KSh 3,500–5,000+

Vaccines + misc: KSh 1,000–2,000

Total: ~KSh 15,000–20,000

After 6–8 weeks:

Sell at KSh 450–700 per chicken

👉 Profit can be KSh 15,000–30,000 per cycle if well managed

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🛒 8. Market Before You Start

Don’t rear chickens then start looking for buyers.

Sell to:

Local hotels & eateries

Neighbors

Butcheries

Direct on WhatsApp / Facebook

👉 Tip: Build customers early

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📈 9. Scale Slowly

Once stable:

Increase to 200–500 birds

Mix broilers + layers

Start selling eggs daily

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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Starting too big

Poor hygiene (kills birds fast)

Overcrowding

Inconsistent feeding

No market plan

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🔥 Smart Growth Strategy

Start:

50 broilers → learn

Reinvent profit → 100–200

Add layers → daily income

Exact budget for your current money

A step-by-step 30-day plan

Or help you choose between broilers vs layers based on your situation

07/12/2025

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