Farming Tips & Insights
Article 1: How to Feed Layers for Maximum Egg Production
Egg production is one of the most feed-sensitive activities in poultry farming. Getting the nutrition right can mean the difference between 60% and 90% production rates.
- Start layers on Layers Mash as soon as your hens begin laying — usually around 18–20 weeks
- Ensure fresh, clean water is always available. Hens that are dehydrated lay less
- Feed in the morning and evening to encourage steady eating through the day
- Avoid sudden feed changes — transition gradually over 5–7 days to prevent stress
- Supplement with grit (oyster shell or limestone) to strengthen eggshells naturally
- Check body weight regularly — underweight layers produce fewer and smaller eggs
Article 2: Common Feeding Mistakes Pig Farmers Make
Mistake 1: Feeding pigs table scraps only
Kitchen waste lacks the balanced protein and energy pigs need to grow efficiently.
Mistake 2: Not adjusting feed as pigs grow
Use Sow & Weaner for young pigs and switch to Pig Finisher at 30–35 kg for faster, more efficient growth.
Mistake 3: Inconsistent feeding schedules
Pigs thrive on routine. Feed at the same times each day — ideally twice daily.
Mistake 4: Overcrowding feeding troughs
Ensure adequate trough space — at least 30 cm per pig.
Mistake 5: Poor water access
A pig eating 2 kg of feed needs at least 6–8 litres of water daily. Insufficient water drastically reduces feed efficiency.
Article 3: Raising Kienyeji Chicken for Maximum Profit
- Choose a dedicated kienyeji formulation like Ingo Kienyeji Mash for best results
- Allow birds to free-range during the day and supplement with mash morning and evening
- Separate chicks from older birds to prevent bullying and ensure even access to feed
- Target restaurants and urban buyers who value quality kienyeji over cheap broilers
Article 4: Getting Started in Fish Farming
- Start fingerlings on fine-particle Ingo Fish Starter Mash from day one
- Test pond water regularly for pH, temperature, and oxygen levels
- Feed twice daily — morning and afternoon
- Feed only what fish consume within 10–15 minutes to keep water clean
- Track your Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) — a healthy tilapia FCR is 1.5–2.0
Article 5: Managing Dairy Cow Nutrition Through the Seasons
- Wet season: Supplement with Dairy Meal to maintain milk output even when pasture is abundant
- Dry season: Increase Dairy Meal supplementation and stockpile hay or silage from the wet season
- First 100 days after calving are peak milk production — do not cut corners on Dairy Meal
- A lactating cow producing 10 litres/day needs 50–60 litres of water