Major diseases affecting poultry can be grouped into viral, bacterial, parasitic, fungal, and nutritional/metabolic diseases. These diseases reduce egg production, slow growth, increase mortality, and cause major economic losses.

Major diseases affecting poultry can be grouped into viral, bacterial, parasitic, fungal, and nutritional/metabolic diseases. These diseases reduce egg production, slow growth, increase mortality, and cause major economic losses.

Major diseases affecting poultry can be grouped into viral, bacterial, parasitic, fungal, and nutritional/metabolic diseases. These diseases reduce egg production, slow growth, increase mortality, and cause major economic losses.

Provision of quality and standard feeds,good housing and adhering to vaccination program well. .

Common poultry disease Newcastle Disease Cause Virus Symptoms Coughing, sneezing, green diarrhea, twisting neck, sudden death Prevention/ control Vaccination, isolation of sick birds, good hygiene Coccidiosis Cause Parasites Symptoms Bloody diarrhea, weakness, weight loss Clean litter, anticoccidial drugs, avoid wet floors Fowl Typhoid Bacteria Diarrhea, weakness, low appetite, death Control Vaccination, sanitation, antibiotics under guidance Gumboro (IBD) Cause Virus Symptoms Swollen vent, trembling, depression, high mortality in chicks Control Vaccination and strict biosecurity Fowl Pox Cause Virus Symptoms Scabs on comb/wattle, mouth lesions Vaccination, mosquito control Chronic Respiratory Disease (CRD) Cause Bacteria Symptoms Sneezing, nasal discharge, breathing difficulty Control Good ventilation, avoid overcrowding, medication Avian Influenza Cause Virus Symptoms Sudden death, swollen head, breathing problems Control Biosecurity, report outbreaks quickly

Common poultry disease Newcastle Disease Cause Virus Symptoms Coughing, sneezing, green diarrhea, twisting neck, sudden death Prevention/ control Vaccination, isolation of sick birds, good hygiene Coccidiosis Cause Parasites Symptoms Bloody diarrhea, weakness, weight loss Clean litter, anticoccidial drugs, avoid wet floors Fowl Typhoid Bacteria Diarrhea, weakness, low appetite, death Control Vaccination, sanitation, antibiotics under guidance Gumboro (IBD) Cause Virus Symptoms Swollen vent, trembling, depression, high mortality in chicks Control Vaccination and strict biosecurity Fowl Pox Cause Virus Symptoms Scabs on comb/wattle, mouth lesions Vaccination, mosquito control Chronic Respiratory Disease (CRD) Cause Bacteria Symptoms Sneezing, nasal discharge, breathing difficulty Control Good ventilation, avoid overcrowding, medication Avian Influenza Cause Virus Symptoms Sudden death, swollen head, breathing problems Control Biosecurity, report outbreaks quickly

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Provide good nutrition, proper breeing, proper heat detection and timely mating

Fowl pox

Cocciodisios, Mareks and fowl typhoid.

Have good housing with good ventilation, enough space, provide quality feeds,

Newcastle disease

First insist on vaccination and good housing

Newcastle disease

choosing the right breeds for intended production.e.g is it for meat or for eggs

Contagious caprine pleuropneumonia and PPR

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Newcastle

Provision of quality and standard feeds,good housing and adhering to vaccination program well. .

Newcastle,

Poultry is quite; would the question be a little bit more specific to a certain poultry species, like chicken?

Infectious coryza,coccidiosis and fowl pox

Newcastle

Newcastle and Gumboro disease

coccidiosis

Diseases are Gumboro ,new Castle disease (NCD)

Deep litter system

Diseases are Gumboro ,new Castle disease (NCD)

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Ppr, goat pox, internal parasites (worms) and external parasites

Newcasle,pox

Newcastle,fowl pox,fowl tuphoid

Newcastle disease

Newcastle

Poultry is quite; would the question be a little bit more specific to a certain poultry species, like chicken?

adherance to vaccination schedule

Infectious coryza,coccidiosis and fowl pox

Coccidiosis, foil typhoid

Newcastle disease

Newcastle disease

Poultry is quite broad; would the question be a little bit more specific to a certain poultry species, like chicken?

Indigenous chicken

Indigenous chicken

Indigenous chicken

Chicken

choose the right breed, give the best management practices and do proper housing

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Good housing.proper feeding.

Good practices observed

Build better structures

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Training

Free range rearing with supervision

Good housing aeration

Good housing aeration

Good housing aeration

I trust the question is about honey extracters. There are two categories, electric or manual. 3 frame manual costs about khs 50,000

Illustrate poultry housing systems with good pictures

Ensure that all vaccines are administered at the right age and time while maintaining vaccine handling protocols

Indigenous chicken. As much as posible the narratives should be accompanied by pictures

Indigenous chicken. As much as posible the narratives should be accompanied by pictures

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Indigenous poultry improvement

You can use a refractometer to measure the honey specific gravity

Is milk recommended from meat sheep?

What is the meaning of indigenous chicken

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Koriema in baringo county

How do bees access pollen during dry season?

we are informed that there are some stingless bees that also make honey. What are the characteristics of these bees????

Flock vaccination

Indigenous chicken rearing

Where do I get the best indigenous chicken

Adherence to good hygiene and vaccination

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Raising chickens can be a rewarding experience, whether you're doing it for fresh eggs, meat, or simply as pets. Here are some best practices to ensure your chickens stay healthy and productive: Housing: Coop Design: Ensure your chicken coop is well-ventilated, dry, and secure from predators. It should provide enough space for the number of chickens you have. Generally, allow about 2-3 square feet per bird inside the coop. Roosting Space: Chickens need a place to roost off the ground. Provide roosting bars or perches, ideally 6-12 inches apart. Nesting Boxes: Provide nesting boxes for hens to lay eggs. A general guideline is one box for every 3-4 hens. Make sure the boxes are lined with straw or shavings. Feeding: Balanced Diet: Provide a balanced commercial poultry feed appropriate for your chickens' age and purpose (layer feed for egg-layers, grower feed for meat birds, etc.). Supplemental Feed: Offer grit for digestion and oyster shell for calcium if your chickens are laying eggs. Fresh Water: Always ensure your chickens have access to clean, fresh water. Change it daily to prevent contamination. Health Care: Regular Checks: Inspect your chickens regularly for signs of illness or parasites. Look for symptoms like lethargy, changes in feather condition, or abnormal droppings. Vaccinations: Depending on your area, vaccinations for diseases like Marek's disease or Newcastle disease may be recommended. Parasite Control: Regularly check for and manage parasites such as mites, lice, and worms. You might need to treat your flock with appropriate medications. Sanitation: Clean Environment: Keep the coop clean to prevent the build-up of harmful bacteria and parasites. Remove droppings and replace bedding regularly. Pest Control: Implement measures to control pests like rodents and flies, which can pose risks to your chickens' health. Social and Environmental Needs: Space: Allow your chickens space to roam and forage. If possible, let them out in a secure, enclosed area during the day. Social Interaction: Chickens are social animals, so keep them in groups to prevent loneliness and stress. Enrichment: Provide opportunities for natural behaviors like dust-bathing and foraging. You can offer treats like vegetable scraps or grains for variety. Legal and Ethical Considerations: Local Regulations: Check local ordinances regarding chicken keeping. There may be restrictions or requirements you need to follow. Humane Treatment: Treat your chickens with care and respect. Avoid overcrowding and handle them gently. By following these best practices, you'll help ensure that your chickens remain healthy, happy, and productive.

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