Layer farming in Eldoret: Increasing quality, taste and egg production
In the heart of Eldoret, Kenya, a pioneering farmer named Isaac has etched his name in the agricultural landscape with a story of resilience and success. Today, we delve into the inspiring narrative of Isaac's journey, a tale that took flight with the introduction of Koudijs Concentrates' KLC-20 a subsidiary of De Heus Animal Nutrition.
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Isaac's foray into poultry farming commenced in 2015 when he embarked on the venture with 300 layers. At the time, he grappled with the challenges posed by a localized feed mixing formula that prominently featured Omena as the primary protein source. The quest for reliable and high-quality feeds remained a constant struggle. An intriguing incident occurred when one of his workers remarked, "nowadays we buy sand at a very expensive price," highlighting the prevalent issue of sand contamination in the Omena used for feed.
During this period, Isaac's path crossed with Mercy Kemboi, a member of the local feed distribution team. Mercy vividly recalls assisting Isaac in formulating feeds using Omena as a key ingredient, navigating the hurdles of inconsistent quality and sourcing difficulties.
In 2017, a turning point arrived for Isaac when he learned about the KLC-20 concentrate through a contact in Uganda. Intrigued and inspired, he embarked on extensive research before making his way to Uganda for in-depth training on incorporating concentrates into his farming practices.
The results were nothing short of remarkable. Transitioning from an initial egg laying percentage of 90% with the previous formula, Isaac witnessed a dramatic improvement in his yield. Managing a flock of 10,000 layers, Isaac now proudly collects between 171-173 trays of eggs per day.
Isaac's customers like the quality of my eggs, from the size, shape, taste, and egg yolk quality.