03/07/2026
FARMER FRIDAY
3 Mistakes That Silently Eat Your Profits
Many farmers focus on selling price, but the biggest losses often happen inside the poultry house.
Avoid these three common profit killers:
❌ 1. High Mortality
Every bird that dies is money lost. Good management starts with keeping birds healthy from day one.
❌ 2. Poor Feed Management
Feed is the biggest expense in broiler production. Wasted feed means wasted profit. Use the correct feeders, avoid spillage, and always provide quality feed.
❌ 3. Late Disease Detection
Waiting too long to act can turn a small problem into a major loss. Observe your flock every day and respond quickly to any unusual behaviour.
Protect your profits by:
✅ Checking your flock daily
✅ Keeping feeders and drinkers clean
✅ Following your vaccination programme
✅ Practising good biosecurity
Remember, small daily actions protect big profits.
💬 Question of the day:
Which of these three mistakes do you think causes the biggest financial loss on poultry farms?
Tell us in the comments—we'd love to hear from you.
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