Yesterday, we visited Walker Farm and Walker Animal Feed, located in Bugesera, Rwanda.
Read here what we experienced during our field visit, especially in #pig farming, #crop production, and #feed processing, and how you can benefit from our experience.
Walker Farm raises pigs on a large scale and provides guidance on how to be successful in pig farming by using different methods and techniques tailored for commercial pig farmers. 2/9
Walker Farm manufactures grower and finisher feed for pigs and poultry. They are ready to supply you with high-quality feed at an affordable price. 3/9
Do you want some advice about black soldier fly farming?
They provide training, technical expertise, and tips about scaling BSF with small, medium, and larger farmers. 4/9
We learned that the Black Soldier Fly is ideally suited for food production due to its rapid production cycle and high concentration of protein.
The high percentage of protein in the larvae makes them an ideal source of food for a wide variety of animals. 5/9
We learned about plantain banana farming and how they can be profitable (imizuzu/imishaba in Kinyarwanda 🇷🇼.)
The farm has around 5000 plantain banana trees, and they are making money from them.
Just pay a visit, and they will give you all the tips and technical expertise. 6/9
Plantains are grown using conservation agriculture practices such as mulching the soils. 7/9
At Walker Farm, they are growing different veggies using organic farming, such as beetroot. 8/9
After the visit, we celebrated the achievement at Walker Farm, where we shared different products from the farm. 9/9
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POULTRY FARMERS!!
What are the major reasons why some poultry farmers do not make money from their poultry businesses?
Though I’m writing this post for poultry farmers, the content could be useful for every other area of agribusiness too.
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1. Most Poultry Farmers are Blind to their Market.
By this, I mean, they really don’t understand the market they are playing in.
It’s very common to see Africans wake up one day and think, “Since I have xxx amount of money, which business can I start?”
The next thing he does is go to the internet or speak with some friends. A few days after that, he read and heard from people that poultry, fishery, or pig farming could make him money. The next thing he/she does is start planning how to start a poultry farm.
Every successful entrepreneur knows that this is the wrong way to start a business.
Before you start any business, you have to spend quality time understanding the market you’re planning to sell to. In the case of the poultry business (which we’re using as a case study), you’ll have to consider what kinds of poultry products your target market loves and at what time of the year they prefer them.
This is what I mean. Are you planning to sell to a group of people who love to buy broilers, cockerels, or only eggs? Would they buy your broilers only during the festive period or always? How much are they willing to pay for the eggs, broilers, and cockerels? Plus, who are the competitors who are already selling poultry products for this market?
You get my idea. To have a successful business (poultry inclusive), an entrepreneur has to start with the end in mind. You have to take some time out, even before you start anything, to understand your target market and the forces of demand and supply.
This is what will give you a great insight into your market and how to play your game as an entrepreneur.
2. Not Seeing Poultry Farming as Business
I have seen so many people who are into animal husbandry as if they are “just farmers”. This mindset is common to most people who are “self-employed”. They usually think business is just about buying and selling. This is the major reason why I hate the concept of “self-employment” (I may write a detailed post on this soon).
Poultry farmers who approach their venture as “just” producing and selling eggs/chickens will not go far in the business. In whatever agribusiness you’re into, you must see yourself as an entrepreneur or else you’ll be just another “me-too”.
How do you go about that?
Take some time out to read good books about business. Read about marketing, branding, cash flow management and every other good thoughts and inspiration about business.
I have seen so many people who are into animal husbandry as if they are “just farmers”. This mindset is common to most people who are “self-employed”. They usually think business is just about buying and selling. This is the major reason… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
If you want to start poultry farming, this is for you.🥚🐣🐔🍗
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Broiler farming thread...
Firstly, you must construct a good house for your chickens. You need to know the size of the house you will need and how many chickens it can carry. The house should be secured so that no rats or birds can enter it.
Know the ratio of feeders and drinkers for your chickens. One feeder can feed 10 to 15 chickens, and 1 drinker can accommodate up to 20 chickens.
As a passionate farmer and agriculture practitioner, I acknowledge the critical role of sustainability in agriculture.
It's more than just growing crops or raising livestock; it's about creating a system that works for the environment, economy, and society.
Adopting sustainable practices can help us reduce our impact on the environment, conserve natural resources, and ensure the long-term viability of our industry. Every step we take, from soil health to water conservation, makes a difference.
Sustainability isn't just about the environment. It's also about creating a resilient and thriving economy that benefits farmers, consumers, and the wider community. Sustainable agriculture can create jobs, support local businesses, and strengthen rural communities.
"Did you know that growing tomatoes in Rwanda can be a profitable business venture?"
Let's dive into the 9 reasons why below!
Remember to read reason (3) and think about it.
1. "Tomatoes are in high demand in Rwanda and the surrounding region, making them a valuable crop to grow. They are used in a variety of dishes and are a staple in many diets."
2. Rwanda's climate is also ideal for growing tomatoes.
With plenty of sunlight and rainfall, tomato plants can thrive and produce high yields.
Jean-Claude Niyomugabo had always dreamed of getting a higher education. He knew it was not going to be easy. Nevertheless, he worked hard, got good grades, and was determined to make his dream a reality.
One day, Jean Claude received a letter from a university far away from his home. It was an acceptance letter, and it was the best news he had ever received. However, it also meant leaving his family and everything he knew behind.
Jean Claude's family was proud of him, but they also had concerns. They worried about him being so far away and whether he would be able to cope on his own. They questioned him repeatedly, suggesting that he should stay close to home and attend a local university.