3 Weeks Old Pure Kienyeji Chicks

3 Weeks Old Pure Kienyeji Chicks - 1

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Suggested offer: KSh 280

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Details

Type
Chickens
Quantity
100

3 Weeks Old Pure Kienyeji Chicks Highlights

  • Kienyeji Chicken Characteristics: Kienyeji chickens are indigenous to East Africa, known for their hardiness and ability to thrive in local conditions. They are often preferred for their flavorful meat and eggs.
  • Growth Rate & Maturity: Kienyeji chicks typically mature slower than commercial broiler breeds, reaching market weight or laying age between 4 to 6 months. Their growth is more natural and less reliant on specialized feeds.
  • Disease Resistance: These chickens possess a natural resistance to many common poultry diseases, making them a more resilient option for small-scale farming. This reduces the need for extensive veterinary care.
  • Egg Production: Kienyeji hens lay fewer eggs than hybrid layers, typically 150-200 eggs per year, but their eggs are often larger and have a richer yolk color. They are also known for their strong maternal instincts.
  • Feeding Requirements: Kienyeji chickens are excellent foragers, supplementing their diet with insects, seeds, and greens. This reduces feed costs compared to commercial breeds, making them more economical to raise.

Description

• Pure Kienyeji chicks, 3 weeks old, suitable for free-range or semi-intensive systems. • Vaccinated against Marek's disease and Newcastle disease (NDV). • Healthy and active, good feathering, no signs of disease. • Kienyeji chickens are known for their hardiness and good meat/egg production. • Require starter feed for optimal growth and continued vaccination schedule. • Located in Kitengela, buyer to arrange transport.