How to Start Turkey Production/Farming in Nigeria
Turkey farming dey gain ground for Nigeria because e easy to start, and turkeys dey resist disease well. Whether na for business or home consumption, turkeys na correct investment if you sabi handle am well.
Just like with Sesame Seed Farming Benefits, turkey farming dey provide good returns when you do am right. Make we break down how you fit start turkey production from scratch.
Types of Turkey Rearing Systems
- Free-Range System:
- You go allow the turkeys waka freely for open areas.
- E cheap because dem go find some of their food by themselves.
- But you go still need check on dem make sure dem safe.
- Semi-Intensive System:
- For this method, you go rear dem for cages or rooms.
- Dem go grow fast because you fit monitor dem feeding well.
- Though e cost pass free-range, you go get bigger turkeys in the long run.
Just like we explain for our post on How to Plant During Dry Season, having proper setup dey key to success in turkey farming too.
Steps to Follow to Start Turkey Farming
- Set Up Your Turkey House or Pen
- Build proper cages with good ventilation to avoid heat stress.
- Make sure say the place dey clean always.
- Select Healthy Poults (Young Turkeys)
- Buy poults from trusted farms to avoid disease issues.
- Monitor dem well during the brooding period (0-4 weeks) to reduce mortality.
- Provide Balanced Nutrition
- Turkeys need good feed to grow fast – provide grains, vegetables, and protein-rich feeds.
- Make sure water dey available 24/7.
- Vaccinate and Prevent Diseases
- Though turkeys resist diseases well, you still need vaccinate dem to avoid wahala.
- Keep your farm hygiene on point always.
- Monitor Growth and Market Demand
- If you wan sell dem, ensure dem don reach good market size before sale.
- Connect with potential buyers early through platforms like our WhatsApp channel.
Tips to Succeed in Turkey Farming
- Start small and learn as you grow.
- Partner with other farmers or organizations like One Foundation for market expansion and support.
- Stay informed with regular updates from our Facebook Page.
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