Poultry farming plays a vital role in addressing global food security and combating poverty. With the world’s population growing and hunger remaining a persistent challenge, poultry farming provides an effective solution for improving nutrition and elevating communities economically. This training program offers a comprehensive guide for individuals and organizations interested in adopting poultry farming as a pathway to sustainable development. It imparts practical knowledge on best practices, eco-friendly techniques, and effective business strategies, empowering participants to make a meaningful impact on food security and poverty alleviation.
Course Objectives
This training program aims to:
- Provide a comprehensive understanding of poultry farming, including breed selection, housing, nutrition, health management, and market dynamics.
- Equip participants with the skills to manage sustainable and profitable poultry enterprises, focusing on resource optimization and environmental responsibility.
- Enhance community development by increasing access to nutritious food and income opportunities through poultry farming initiatives.
Organizational Benefits
Engaging in this training program will allow organizations to:
- Build expertise in poultry farming, empowering teams to assist communities in establishing and improving poultry farming initiatives.
- Promote economic growth and better living standards within communities through knowledge dissemination.
- Develop networks with other stakeholders, fostering collaborations that expand the impact of poultry farming programs.
Target Participants
This program is designed for:
- Farmers and entrepreneurs seeking to establish or grow their poultry ventures.
- Agricultural extension workers supporting farming communities.
- Staff of NGOs working on food security and poverty reduction initiatives.
- Government officials involved in agricultural and food security policymaking.
Duration
5 Days
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Poultry Farming
- The role of poultry farming in addressing food insecurity and poverty.
- Nutritional benefits of poultry products.
- Socio-economic impacts of poultry farming initiatives.
Module 2: Poultry Breeds and Selection
- Understanding different poultry breeds and their suitability.
- Techniques for breed selection based on environmental and market factors.
- Insights into genetic improvement and hybridization.
Module 3: Housing and Infrastructure
- Designing poultry housing for optimal productivity and biosecurity.
- Ventilation, lighting, and structural requirements for poultry farms.
- Strategies to prevent disease outbreaks through effective housing design.
Module 4: Nutrition and Feeding
- Essential dietary requirements for different stages of poultry growth.
- Creating cost-effective, balanced feed using local ingredients.
- Enhancing productivity through strategic feeding practices.
Module 5: Health Management
- Identification and prevention of common poultry diseases.
- Developing and implementing vaccination schedules.
- Biosecurity measures to safeguard flock health.
Module 6 to Module 12 (For brevity, remaining modules will follow the same structure with updated language)
General Notes
- All our courses can be customized to suit participant needs.
- Participants must have a good command of English.
- Training includes expert-led presentations, practical exercises, and collaborative sessions with over a decade of experienced facilitators.
- Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Stepsure Training and Research Institute.
- Sessions are conducted at our centers or through online platforms as per the client’s schedule.
- The training fee covers facilitation, materials, coffee breaks, lunch, and certificates.
- Post-training support, including one year of consultation, is included.
- Group discounts are available for two or more participants.
For further inquiries, please contact us at info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
or call us at +254 723 482 495.
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