Camel milk farming is growing fast in Kenya and across the East Africa and the Middle East regions. Camel rearing is especially popular where climate change affects traditional livestock farming. Camel milk, meat, wool, and other byproducts are in high demand globally and locally. Camel milk has many health benefits. It is rich in vitamins…
Are rising feed costs cutting into your dairy farm’s profits? You’re not alone. Feed accounts for up to 70% of dairy farming expenses, but here’s the good news: you can significantly reduce these costs by formulating your own homemade dairy feed at home. Homemade feed not only slashes expenses but also gives you control over…
Looking at how profitable is dairy farming in Kenya? In this blog post, we give you the estimates of the money you can make rearing dairy cattle for milk. We will use the cost-benefit analysis for both the intensive and semi-intensive farming systems. For illustration, the estimates will use findings from a 2020 study to…
Are you curious about the profitability of hay farming in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs)? In this detailed analysis, we’ll explore how you can maximize profits from hay farming, particularly with Boma Rhodes grass, African Foxtail, and Maasai Love grass. We’ll break down the costs, potential earnings, and practical tips to ensure your hay farming venture is successful.
A list of the four exotic dairy cow breeds in Kenya and their characteristics such as production, fertility. They are Friesian, Ayrshire, Guernsey, and Jersey.
Kenya has the highest per capita production and consumption for milk in the region. It makes dairy farming one of the most successful business ideas if you are a starter or practicing cattle farming. However, the sector has many challenges that can wipe your investments. If your goal is sustainable profits, the following tips will…
Do you rear cattle, goats or camels for milk? The article has different cheap milk coolers fit for you. You will add farm profits and cut food wastage
A list of the best fodder crops- grass and legumes s you should grow and feed your livestock for highest milk and meat yields. They include Lucerne, corn
Milk farmers and dairy cooperatives can now reduce milk losses while on transit. The mobile solar-powered milk chiller is mounted on a motorbike. It will help you in quality control, traceability, and better profits.
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