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Starting a dairy farming venture in Kenya can be a profitable business, but like any agricultural investment, it requires careful planning and capital. The cost depends on factors such as scale, location, and the type of setup
Oats (Avena sativa), commonly referred to simply as oat, is a popular forage crop in dairy farming. Its versatility in being fed fresh, as hay, as silage, or even as grain makes it a valuable option for dairy farmers.
Choosing the right beef breed is one of the most important steps when starting or growing your beef cattle farm. Your choice affects meat quality, growth rates, market value, and even how well your animals handle your farm’s environment.
In dairy farming, feed is everything. It’s the fuel behind milk production, animal health, fertility, and even farm profitability.
In dairy farming, animal health equals milk productivity. One of the most overlooked pillars of maintaining herd health is a proper deworming routine.
For any dairy farmer, low milk yield is the most dreaded reality. Yet, it’s widespread across Kenya, where the average daily milk yield for top breeds like Friesians and Ayrshires is only 7.8 litres per cow. The big culprit? High feed costs.
Feeding a calf properly from birth lays the foundation for a productive, healthy dairy cow. The right nutrition at every stage ensures high milk yield, early maturity, and reduced health risks such as delayed or silent heat.
In veterinary practice, especially in ruminant health management, recognizing the visual signs of abdominal distension is crucial. Two common conditions that present with abdominal bloating in cattle are Tympany (bloat) and Vagal Indigestion
In dairy farming, reproductive efficiency is one of the pillars of productivity and profitability. Understanding the estrous cycle of the…
Selecting a productive dairy cow isn’t just about breed, it’s about physique. A cow’s physical structure reveals a lot about her milk-producing potential, health, efficiency, and longevity in the herd. Whether you’re a smallholder farmer or a large-scale investor, understanding these visual cues can help you make informed decisions that impact your farm’s profitability.