Dafe Farms Nigeria

Dafe Farms Nigeria Dafe Farms specialises on supply of quality breeds of Duroc,Largewhite and Landrace and also offer consultancy services esp in pig farming. Buzz us.
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We are just a Dm away.

31/07/2026

All for sale if you’re interested please send me a dm at 08145662713 WhatsApp don’t ask how much just dm me. Location is delta state Warri Nigeria 🇳🇬

Stop Wasting Money on Slow-Growing PigsThe real cost of pig feed isn't the price per bag—it's how fast your pigs turn th...
22/07/2026

Stop Wasting Money on Slow-Growing Pigs

The real cost of pig feed isn't the price per bag—it's how fast your pigs turn that feed into market weight.

If Pig A reaches market weight in 5–6 months and Pig B takes 10 months, Pig B is draining your profits.

Even if Pig B eats cheap feed, keeping it on the farm for an extra 4–5 months means extra labor, water, medicine, and months of delayed income.

3 Ways Farmers Secretly Lose Money:

* Buying "Cheap" Feed: Poorly balanced rations slow down growth and end up costing more in the long run.

* Keeping Poor Genetics: Slow-growing piglets will waste feed no matter how well you nourish them.

* Holding Pigs Too Long: Keeping pigs past their ideal market weight drops their feed efficiency dramatically.

> Bottom Line: The goal isn't buying the cheapest feed—it's getting the fastest growth per kilogram of feed.

Invest in good genetics, balanced diets, and sell on time.
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🔴 Have you ever calculated the total feed cost to take one pig from weaning to market weight?

To prevent disease outbreaks and saving cost on medication do this ..Practically when you get to your farm, make sure th...
22/07/2026

To prevent disease outbreaks and saving cost on medication do this ..

Practically when you get to your farm, make sure the pen floors are cleanly washed and dried and also the feed parlour washed because even humans don’t eat on dirty plates.

In the case of a lactating mother, hygiene is nonnegotiable because at 2 weeks old the piglets starts picking solid food from the floors and if the pen is dirty there will be E.coli outbreak and they start scouring and if not properly and actively handled could lead to death or mortality.

After washing then make sure they are fed at the right time and have clean and fresh drinking water available at all times.

Your animals should be fine with less inclusion of antibiotics..



21/07/2026

Pure breeds nor Dey stay long for market so if you are a smart investor you know what to do, hurry up before you hear sold..

15/07/2026

In the fight against ASF your first line of defence is STRICT BIOSECURITY… take care of your investment.

12/07/2026

Your presence in your farm teaches you more than the attendants report, be present for your business

12/07/2026

Our latest additions, Duroc and landrace will be available for collection soon 🔜… send a dm to indicate your interest

12/07/2026

Some of our slaughter pets getting ready…

📖 STORY TIME, MY FARMERS COMMUNITY! 🐷🌾My people, I genuinely need your honest opinion on this one. Please read to the en...
11/07/2026

📖 STORY TIME, MY FARMERS COMMUNITY! 🐷🌾

My people, I genuinely need your honest opinion on this one. Please read to the end before you comment.

A few months ago, I employed a farm attendant.

To be fair, he was very good at his job. He cleaned the pens well, managed the pigs properly, and always seemed to know what needed to be done. If it was only about hard work, I would have rated him highly.

But there was one major problem…

He lacked respect.

At first, I overlooked it because he always got the job done. I told myself, “Nobody is perfect.” So I kept giving him chances.

Then he bought a new phone and an earpiece.

From that moment, things changed.

Anytime I wanted to correct a mistake, he would simply put on his earpiece as if I was disturbing him. Sometimes he would respond by speaking in a language I couldn’t understand instead of listening. That’s when I realized something:

Maturity is not about age. Your attitude speaks louder than your years.

As the farm grew, we needed another attendant to support him.

He recommended someone he had worked with before. Since finding reliable farm workers isn’t easy these days, I trusted his recommendation and hired his friend.

Looking back, that turned out to be one of my biggest management mistakes.

My General Manager later complained that whenever he corrected either of them, they would respond by speaking privately to each other in a language he couldn’t understand and then laugh.

Whether that was their intention or not, it created an unhealthy working environment and made supervision very difficult.

Eventually, I made the tough decision to let both of them go.

The interesting part?

When I told the first staff member that his services were no longer needed, he simply smiled and said:

“No issues… everywhere good.” 😂

No apology.
No attempt to explain.
No sign that he cared.

Now fast forward to today…

He sent me a message saying:

“Boss, I saw your advertisement that you’re looking for workers. Is the position still available?”

I replied:

“No.”

Then he responded:

“If it ever becomes available, I’m ready to come back and resume, sir.”

Now here’s my question for everyone.

If you were the owner of the business, would you give this employee a second chance?

✅ YES? Tell me why.

❌ NO? Tell me why.

There are no right or wrong answers. Let’s have an honest discussion because I believe many farmers and business owners can learn from this experience.

I’ll be reading every single comment. 👇👇

10 Things to Put in Place Before Starting a Pig Farming Business 🐖Many people are excited about pig farming because of i...
10/07/2026

10 Things to Put in Place Before Starting a Pig Farming Business 🐖

Many people are excited about pig farming because of its profit potential. However, successful pig farming starts long before you buy your first pig. Proper planning can save you from costly mistakes and improve your chances of building a profitable business.

Here are 10 essential things every aspiring pig farmer should have in place:

1. A Clear Business Plan
Know why you’re starting. Will you focus on breeding, pork production, weaner sales, or a combination? Set realistic goals, estimate costs, and have a clear roadmap.

2. Adequate Capital
Pig farming requires investment in housing, quality breeding stock, feed, medication, equipment, and labour. Avoid starting with money meant for emergencies.

3. Suitable Land and Housing
Choose a location with good drainage, reliable water, proper ventilation, and enough space for future expansion. Build pens that are comfortable, easy to clean, and designed for good biosecurity.

4. Reliable Water Supply
Water is just as important as feed. Pigs need constant access to clean, fresh water for healthy growth, reproduction, and disease prevention.

5. A Feeding Plan
Feed accounts for the largest share of production costs. Decide whether you’ll buy commercial feed, formulate your own, or combine both. Never compromise on feed quality.

6. Quality Breeding Stock
Your farm’s success starts with good genetics. Buy healthy pigs from reputable breeders with proven performance and good health records.

7. Biosecurity Measures
Preventing disease is far cheaper than treating it. Restrict unnecessary visitors, disinfect equipment, quarantine new pigs, and maintain strict hygiene on the farm.

8. Knowledge and Training
Learn before you earn. Understand pig nutrition, breeding, health management, record keeping, and marketing. Continuous learning will always give you an advantage.

9. Market Research
Know who will buy your pigs before they are ready for sale. Build relationships with butchers, processors, restaurants, traders, and fellow farmers.

10. Record-Keeping System
Keep accurate records of expenses, feed consumption, breeding, treatments, growth rates, and sales. Good records help you identify what is working and where improvements are needed.

Final Thought

Pig farming is not a business you should enter blindly. The farmers who prepare well usually make better decisions, avoid common mistakes, and build more sustainable businesses.

Success in pig farming doesn’t begin when you buy pigs—it begins with proper planning.


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Warri
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