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DorisChima Poultry Farm Owerri, Owerri (2026)

24/11/2025

Beautiful roosters - one is noiler while the other is cockerel. They're all cross breed.

Noiler ( the first one) is a cross breed of broiler and local chicken. Noilers are always as big as broilers at maturity.

The second one is a product of cockerel and native chicken and it's still cockerel.

It takes both of them up to six months to mature.

Nature is so beautiful 💯❤️.

16/11/2025

This is mango tree bark.

Mango tree bark is organic growth booster for BROILERS, turkey, animal it increase layers egg production egg size treat And prevent diarrhea.

Mango tree bark is use to make organic Antibiotics, multivitamin, immune booster, Antiviral, Anticiccidiosis for poultry bird and animal.

If you are into broilers farming, turkey farming Mango tree bark will make your bird grow faster and bigger

If you are into layers farming Mango tree bark increase layers egg production and egg size.

Mango tree bark also use for human beings to treat Typoid fever, malaria, infection,pile infertility, miscarriage , mensuration pain also boost women ovulation

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11/11/2025

🐔 Top 5 Mistakes New Poultry Farmers Should Avoid

Starting a poultry farm is exciting, but many beginners make simple mistakes that can cost them money, time, and healthy birds. Here are five common errors—and how to avoid them:

1. Overcrowding the Birds
Packing too many chickens into a small space leads to stress, disease, and poor growth. Give your birds enough room to move, eat, and breathe comfortably.

2. Poor Ventilation
A stuffy coop is a breeding ground for illness. Make sure fresh air flows through your poultry house to keep it dry and odor-free.

3. Skipping Vaccinations
Unvaccinated birds are vulnerable to deadly diseases. Follow a proper vaccination schedule to protect your flock from common infections.

4. Feeding the Wrong Diet
Chickens need balanced feed—not just maize or kitchen scraps. Use a proper feed mix with the right protein, calcium, and vitamins for their age and purpose (layers or broilers).

5. Ignoring Biosecurity
Letting visitors walk into your farm without precautions or mixing new birds with old ones too soon can spread disease fast. Always quarantine new birds and keep your farm clean.

✅ Quick Tip: Healthy birds = better growth and more eggs. Start small, learn fast, and always ask questions.

11/10/2025

Stop Using Newspapers in Your Poultry Pen!

Using newspapers as floor bedding during brooding is one of the worst poultry practices. It doesn’t just waste your money — it can actually harm your chicks.

Here’s why 👇

1. Slippery Surface: Newspapers become slippery when wet, causing chicks to develop leg problems like splayed legs and poor posture.

2. Poor Absorption: They do not absorb moisture or droppings well, making the floor damp and unhygienic.

3. Ammonia Build-up: Wet newspapers trap ammonia gas from droppings, irritating the birds’ eyes and respiratory system.

4. Quick Spoilage: You’ll find yourself changing papers frequently, which increases stress for both you and the birds.

5. Better Alternatives Exist: Materials like wood shavings, rice husk, sawdust, or chopped straw are cheaper, cleaner, and far more comfortable for your chicks.

08/10/2025

Disadvantages your hens from day-old chicks to point of lays,

•High risk of mortalities. .
•You have to have a good cash flow to raise them, as they do not produce eggs
till they reach like 5 months old
•You carry the vaccination and feed costs and you do not benefit immediately
after the purchase.
•You need adequate knowledge of the management
•Is time consuming

07/10/2025

5 Things Every Poultry Farmer Must Do During this period.

Every year around this period, the poultry business becomes very busy. Many people go into farming for different reasons. Some are regular farmers who do it all year round. Some are new farmers who want to take advantage of the December market. Others are raising birds for personal use, family events, or special occasions.

Whichever group you belong to, these five things are very important for you to note. Pay close attention to number four, many farmers miss it there.

1. Get Your Wood Shavings Early

Don’t wait till the last minute. Once demand rises, it becomes difficult to find good wood shavings. Some people end up with sawdust, which can cause breathing problems for the birds. Others use cartons, but those ones soak water, make the pen cold, and can even hurt the birds’ colon. Good, dry wood shavings help to absorb moisture, control smell, and keep the birds warm. Get them early and store them well.

2. Buy Feed in Bulk and Never Let It Finish

Feed scarcity is one of the biggest challenges this season. Sometimes the price doesn’t even change, but feed becomes hard to find. When feed finishes suddenly, some farmers switch brands or try to mix feed on their own, and it affects the birds badly. They stop growing or start losing weight. Don’t ever let your feed finish before you buy more. Always keep at least two to three bags on ground as backup. Feed consistency is what keeps your birds growing strong and healthy.

3. Buy Your Birds Early on Market Days

During this period, birds finish very early on market days. Some people call by 3 p.m. only to hear, “birds don finish.” If your network is not stable or you’re not sure it’ll work well, pre-order your birds early. It’s safer to pay ahead so your supplier can reserve them for you before the rush starts.

4. Plan Your Budget Well

This is where many people get it wrong. Before you buy your chicks, sit down and calculate your total cost — feed, wood shavings, power, labour, and medication. Don’t start because others are starting. Birds won’t wait for you to “find money later.” Many farmers begin with excitement but get stranded halfway. A good budget helps you plan ahead and finish well.

5. Avoid Overstocking Your Pen

Greed has made many farmers lose money. Because they want to make more profit, they buy more birds than their pen or pocket can handle. Overstocking leads to heat stress, poor growth, and sometimes mass death. It’s better to raise 100 healthy birds than 300 suffering ones. Let your space, money, and management ability guide your decision.

This season can bring great profit if you plan well. Don’t rush like others, prepare early, stay consistent, and success will follow.

DorisChima Poultry farm supplies healthy day-old chicks across Nigeria and supports farmers to get the best result.

23/09/2025

Stage by Stage Poultry Nutrition

1. Chick Starter Feed (0 – 6 weeks)

• Purpose: To support rapid growth and strong immune system development.

• Nutritional needs:

🔹High protein (18–22%) for muscle and feather development.

🔹Vitamins and minerals to boost immunity.

• Form: Crumbles or mash for easy consumption.

• Tip: Provide clean water at all times and ensure feeders are always clean.

2. Grower Feed (6 – 14 weeks)

• Purpose: To maintain steady growth and prepare birds for maturity.

• Nutritional needs:

🔹 Moderate protein (15–18%).
🔹Adequate energy for body development.

• Form: Crumbles or pellets.

• Tip: Avoid overfeeding as it may cause obesity, especially in layer pullets.

3. Developer / Pre-Layer Feed (14 – 18 weeks) (for layers)

• Purpose: To get pullets ready for egg production.

• Nutritional needs:

🔹Balanced protein (14–16%).
🔹 Controlled calcium levels (not too high yet) to prevent kidney damage.

• Tip: Transition gradually from grower feed to pre-layer feed to avoid stress.

4. Layer Feed (18 weeks and above)

• Purpose: To support consistent egg production and strong eggshells.

• Nutritional needs:

🔹16–18% protein.
🔹High calcium (3.5–4.5%) for eggshell formation.
🔹Vitamins A, D, and E for reproductive health.

• Form: Pellets or mash, depending on farmer preference.

5. Broiler Feed (Specialized for Meat Birds)

• Starter (0–4 weeks): High protein (21–23%) to promote fast growth.

• Finisher (4 weeks to market): Slightly lower protein (18–20%) but higher energy for rapid weight gain.

• Tip: Broilers should not be given layer feed as high calcium can harm them.

6. Breeder Feed (For Breeding Stock)

• Purpose: To support fertility, hatchability, and healthy chicks.

• Nutritional needs:
🔹Balanced protein (15–17%).
🔹Adequate vitamins, especially Vitamin E and selenium, to improve fertility.
🔹Sufficient calcium and phosphorus for strong eggshells and bone strength.

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29/08/2025

Brooding: Where the Magic of Poultry Farming Happens

When it comes to poultry farming, every farmer dreams of healthy, fast-growing birds that will one day reward them with a bountiful harvest. But here’s the truth most beginners overlook: the journey to success or failure begins right in the brooding room.

Why Brooding Matters

Brooding is the foundation of poultry farming. The early days of a chick’s life are extremely delicate, and the way you manage them determines everything that follows. Ignore the little details and you set yourself up for losses. Pay close attention, and you give your birds the best start to grow into profitable stock.

Small Details, Big Differences

What separates a struggling farmer from a successful one is not luck—it’s the little things done consistently:

Temperature Control: Chicks need warmth, but not too much. Keeping the brooding room at the right temperature helps them eat well, grow faster, and stay strong.

Proper Ventilation: Fresh air is vital, but direct cold drafts can kill. Balancing airflow without exposing chicks to cold is a farmer’s silent skill.

Lighting: Chicks need steady light during brooding to help them feed and drink properly, especially at night.

Feeding: Quality feed is non-negotiable. It fuels growth, builds immunity, and prepares them for the future.

Brooding Medication: Giving the right preventive medication and vitamins at the right time protects your chicks from early diseases and stress.

Each of these may look small on its own, but together they form the difference between a healthy, profitable flock and one that struggles.

The Farmer’s Sleepless Nights

Every experienced poultry farmer knows that brooding is not for the lazy. The sleepless nights—checking temperatures, monitoring feed and water, adjusting ventilation—are not wasted effort. They are investments. Those restless hours are what later transform into big harvests and smiling bank accounts.

Disease Prevention Starts Here

Most poultry diseases that wipe out farms could have been avoided with proper brooding. By keeping the room clean, disinfected, and well-managed, you save yourself from future heartbreak. Prevention is always cheaper than cure, and it begins at the brooding stage.

Final Word

Poultry farming is rewarding, but only if you respect the basics. Stay sharp, stay woke, and never joke with brooding. The future of your flock depends on it.

29/08/2025

Broilers Management.

👉Heat
👉Light
👉Good Feed
👉And Biosecurity

27/08/2025

Feeding Schedule by Age

Day 1-21 (Starter Phase): Feed starter mash. Chicks need constant access to feed and water during this period.

Day 21-35 (Grower/Finisher Phase): Transition to finisher mash.

Day 35-42 (Finisher Phase): Continue with finisher mash for continued growth and development.
Feed Transitioning
Slowly transition: between feed types. For example, starting on day 20, you can mix starter and finisher mash, gradually increasing the proportion of finisher mash.
Water Management
Always provide fresh, clean water .
Wash drinkers daily: to prevent disease.
Ensure waterers are filled: to prevent dry spells.
Provide cool water, especially in hot weather, to aid digestion and improve performance.
Feeding Equipment and Placement
Adjust feeders: so the bottom is level with the birds' backs to minimize waste.

Place feeders and waterers: so that no bird has to walk more than 1.5 meters to access them.
Consider using automatic drinkers, which can simplify the daily task of refilling and cleaning.

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