Njakwa village
T/A Khongoni-Lilongwe Rural
Poultry farming remains one of the fastest-growing agribusiness opportunities in Malawi. With increasing demand for affordable protein, many farmers are turning to layers and broilers. However, without the right knowledge, poultry projects often fail. Here are 10 practical tips to help you succeed.
Ensure your poultry house is well-ventilated, secure from predators, and easy to clean. Good housing reduces stress and disease.
Clean the poultry house regularly. Disinfect feeders, drinkers, and floors to prevent infections like Newcastle and coccidiosis.
Feed quality is the backbone of poultry success. Use reliable feed sources or learn to mix feed properly. Avoid sudden feed changes.
Chickens need unlimited access to clean, fresh water. Contaminated water is a major source of disease.
Follow the recommended vaccination schedule. Common vaccines include Newcastle, Gumboro, and fowl pox.
For chicks, provide brooding heat using bulbs, charcoal stoves, or biogas brooders. Proper temperature prevents early chick mortality.
Track expenses, feed, mortality, and egg/meat production. Good records help you measure progress and profits.
Identify your customers before your birds are ready. Schools, restaurants, and local markets are potential buyers.
Visit other farms, join training programs, and keep learning. Farming success depends on continuous improvement.
Poultry farming can be highly profitable if managed well. With proper housing, feeding, and disease control, small farmers can grow into large producers and meet Malawi’s protein needs.
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