Avian Pox DiseaseAvian pox is a relatively slow-spreading viral disease in birds, characterized by wart-like nodules on the skin and diphtheritic necrotic membranes lining the mouth and upper respiratory system. It has been present in birds since the earliest history. Mortality…
What is airsac disease How can I know whether my chicken has airsacculitis? Is airsacculitis a common respiratory disease in chicken?
Layers vs Broilers which is more profitable? How much money can a chicken farmer make? Or in other words, is chicken farming profitable? That chicken farming is a profitable venture is not in dispute. But still, the question lingers. As an agribusiness agripreneur, is it better to…
Fowl Cholera Disease What is Fowl Cholera Fowl Cholera is a highly contagious disease caused by the bacterium Pasteurella multocida. It affects chickens, turkeys, and waterfowl.It infects through mouth and nose and is spread through nasal exudate, faeces, contaminated soil, equipment, and people. The…
How Singer Kambua Overcame Acne Singer Kambua says she regained her confidence in her skin while in college. She developed acne at age 17 and that left her devastated. Sharing her story with Darling Kenya, Kambua said she has learnt to accept things she cannot…
Common chicken diseases Every year chicken farmers undergo huge losses due to diseases on the farm. Therefore disease management is a huge consideration for anyone wanting to run a viable chicken farming business. Being able to recognise and respond to a disease attack…