Livestock Farming Biz ----- Cattle, Sheep, Goats And Turkey
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page 0 · 31 posts · 10 participants
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This page is a promotional thread dominated by a single expert (GGfadar) offering advice and selling training/consultancy for livestock farming, specifically goats, sheep, and turkeys. While there is some genuine Q&A regarding feed formulation and housing, the primary intent is commercial promotion, evidenced by multiple phone numbers and direct offers to contact via WhatsApp for specific services.
Prices:
baby snail: NGN30.0 (Nigeria)snail (table size): NGN50.0 (Nigeria)
Credibility signals:
cites years of experience (8 years)mentions veterinary training backgroundreferences specific locations for sourcing livestockprovides detailed feed formulations
“diet is d major problem wit northern goats n not just weather.”
“a plot is small to raise cattles and if u try it u ll spend a lot on feeding which is not wise enough.”
“You can buy an acre in Ikire for cattle, goat and ram farm”
page 1 · 29 posts · 11 participants
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This page functions as a mentorship thread where the author 'GGfadar' provides extensive technical advice on short-term fattening versus long-term breeding for livestock (goats, turkeys, cattle). While the author promotes their expertise and directs inquiries to WhatsApp, the thread includes genuine questions from aspiring farmers regarding costs, breeds, and management, supported by specific pricing data.
Prices:
3-4 month old kid goat: NGN6500.0 (Northern Nigeria)3-4 month old kid goat: NGN8000.0 (Northern Nigeria)Day old turkey: NGN450.0 (GGfadar's location)6 week old turkey: NGN1300.0 (GGfadar's location)6 week old turkey: NGN1500.0 (GGfadar's location)Ram: NGN15000.0 (Unknown (reported by MsBella))
Credibility signals:
Author offers specific technical advice on diet, housing, and security protocols.Author provides concrete pricing ranges for specific ages and breeds.Author asks specific questions about location and security to tailor advice.
“The short term livestock farming business is about raising or fattening animals to satisfied slaughter weight.”
“a 3 - 4 month old kid costs 6,500 - 8,000 naira depending on growth rapidity.”
“don't start livestock farming without having a farm guard. Ranch must be fenced with wire and shelter must be enclosed with good roof and well ventilated.”
page 2 · 31 posts · 7 participants
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This page is a hybrid discussion and promotional thread where a single author, GGfadar, dominates the conversation by offering detailed advice on livestock breeds, farm setup, and turkey farming costs while simultaneously soliciting investors and potential buyers. The thread transitions from Q&A regarding cattle and sheep prices to a specific inquiry about turkey farm economics, eventually evolving into a recruitment pitch for a cattle breeding business with land and herdsman already in place.
Prices:
Cattle (Gudali breed, 4-5 months old): NGN45000.0 (North/Nigeria)Cattle (Gudali breed, 4-5 months old): NGN55000.0 (North/Nigeria)Ram (Udah breed): NGN12000.0 (North/Nigeria)Ram (Udah breed): NGN18000.0 (North/Nigeria)Female Sheep (Ewe): NGN10000.0 (North/Nigeria)Female Sheep (Ewe): NGN15000.0 (North/Nigeria)Turkey (6 weeks old): NGN1500.0 (Backyard/General)Turkey Feed (1st month): NGN100.0 (Per kg)Turkey Feed (2nd-4th month): NGN100.0 (Per kg)Turkey Feed (5th-6th month): NGN80.0 (Per kg)
Credibility signals:
Specific breed knowledge (Gudali, Udah)Detailed cost breakdown for turkey farmingMention of specific locations (Jigawa, Katsina, Ibadan)Claim of having land and herdsman ready for investment
“The prices of cattle varies due to sizes n breeds the breed i will advise on is d GUDALI breed. It ranges between 45k - 55k for at least 4 - 5 months old.”
“I stopped travelling to some places far north since the spread of terrorists in the north but i have a good and reliable source that brings down the flock i desire to Ibadan.”
“If you think these tasks are too heavy for you alone to start up, this is an opportunity for you to achieve your goals in AGROBIZ, join us in this cattle breeding agrobiz and you too can start having ur flock..”
page 3 · 31 posts · 16 participants
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This thread functions as a Q&A discussion centered on livestock farming, specifically cattle, sheep, and turkey. The majority of the content consists of a single author, GGfadar, answering detailed technical questions about farm layout, security, breed selection, and organic rearing methods from various users. While the thread includes an advertisement for a specific farm setup and contact details, the overall engagement is educational rather than purely promotional.
Prices:
1.0 farm_setup: NGN0.0/plot (Olorunda aba, ibadan)6.0 cattle_flock: NGN0.0/head (Olorunda aba, ibadan)5.0 cattle_flock: NGN0.0/head (Olorunda aba, ibadan)1.0 cattle_flock: NGN0.0/head (Olorunda aba, ibadan)
Credibility signals:
naming_farm_sizenaming_locationciting_experience
“cattle breeding a life time investment”
“There's no technical difference but economic difference considering d cost of fencing 1 acre/hectare.”
“security threats is not an issue cos dis is a developing area where no one else is raising such animals.”
page 4 · 31 posts · 11 participants
· discussion_qa
This page is a knowledge-sharing thread dominated by one expert farmer, GGfadar, who answers specific technical questions about livestock management, feed formulation, and breed selection for cattle, sheep, and turkeys. While the primary interaction is educational, it includes a few direct sales offers and a discussion on market access strategies, with very low overall engagement.
Prices:
wheat: naira2500.0 (my area)dry cassava peel: naira750.0 (my area)dry cassava peel: naira850.0 (my area)PKC: naira35.0 (per kilogram)Gudali Calf: naira30000.0 (depending on age and size)Gudali Calf: naira35000.0 (depending on age and size)
Credibility signals:
naming farm size or locationposting photosciting years of experiencereferencing an association
“U can't raise a LAMB from December to next year sallah festival ( ILEYA ) and make profit at all.”
“I sell to church members, Colleagues at work, Family and friends, Bank officials, Private organisations, Neighbours, Online customers, And finally in open markets”
“Very reliable long term livestock farming biz”
Unclassified: none
page 5 · 32 posts · 13 participants
· discussion_qa
This thread centers on GGfadar, a knowledgeable livestock farmer who answers detailed technical questions from beginners about turkey and cattle farming. The discussion covers feed formulation, mortality rates, housing logistics, and breeding strategies, with several users seeking personal contact details for mentorship or to buy/sell animals.
Pain points:
bird_mortalityno_buyers
Prices:
ram: NGN16500.0 (Cattle market)ram: NGN14000.0 (Cattle market)ram: NGN16000.0 (Cattle market)
Credibility signals:
GGfadar describes specific farm equipment (wooden feed troughs with carpets) and explains the biological reasoning behind his practices.GGfadar provides specific feed ingredients (wheat offal, dry cassava peel, millet, salt lick).DammyOlu123 details a specific loss event (1000 layers lost to illness) and current flock status.Users exchange specific phone numbers and email addresses to continue conversations privately.
“The 2 balami breed are 16,500naira and 14,000naira respectively while the kano dwarf breed is 16,000naira.”
“Concerning d breeding from day old compared to d 6weeks old, I usually advise starters to start with the 6weeks old due to mortality issues.”
“I am more than glad to see people like you on here. You are really a blessing to some people like me”
page 6 · 32 posts · 16 participants
· discussion_qa
This is a lively discussion thread where experienced farmers, particularly 'GGfadar', provide free technical advice on livestock management, feed formulation, and land requirements to beginners. The page features specific inquiries about turkey rearing strategies, cattle fattening costs, and antihelminthic drugs, with users sharing personal experiences and seeking validation for their business plans.
Prices:
wheat offal: NGN3000.0 (Lagos)eke (sorghum/wheat): NGN2500.0 (Lagos)heifer: NGN50000.0 (Lagos)
Credibility signals:
GGfadar cites specific land acreage requirements (150-200 acres) and detailed feed compositions based on personal experience.Shopumpin mentions a specific ranch location (Ijebu Igbo) and discusses vaccination processes, indicating an active operation.Users reference specific timelines (e.g., '3 months fattening', '7 months so far') and outcomes like 'Ileya sallah festival' sales.
“I was a victim of 8weeks and de re not growing”
“Nothing less than 150 - 200 acres of land for sufficient pasture/grazing”
“The only guy on Nairaland that will give you information without charging you”
page 7 · 32 posts · 10 participants
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This thread is a mixed discussion where a single active farmer (GGfadar) shares his livestock farming progress and responds to numerous inquiries from other users. The conversation covers specific questions about goat breeds, turkey farming feasibility, and pricing, with the primary author acting as both a peer mentor and a direct seller.
Pain points:
bird_mortalityno_buyerstransport_coststolen_harvest
Prices:
Black and White Sheep: NGN27000.0 (Ibadan)Brown and White Sheep: NGN30000.0 (Ibadan)Small Ram/Goat (6-8 months): NGN12000.0 (North and Southwest markets)Small Ram/Goat (6-8 months): NGN15000.0 (North and Southwest markets)
Credibility signals:
GGfadar mentions starting a new farm in Ibadan and posts updates on specific animals (heifers, sheep, cows).GGfadar provides specific details on vaccination and breeding plans.GGfadar offers direct contact numbers (WhatsApp) for business inquiries.Users ask specific technical questions about breed crosses (Sokoto vs West African Dwarf) and turkey predators.
“Free range turkey can work well and profitable in Nigeria All depends on how u run d system”
“Major disadvantage ? Maybe theft Threat ? Maybe theft and predators”
“Pls must the male be sokoto to get desired breed? Cnt female b sokoto and male be West African Dwarf?”
page 8 · 30 posts · 23 participants
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This is a long-running discussion thread where users ask specific technical questions about livestock breeding, feeding, and housing, while multiple authors intermittently post advertisements for farm inputs, business plans, and consultancy services. The page features a mix of genuine peer-to-peer knowledge exchange regarding goat and sheep breeds versus promotional content for poultry and grasscutter farming.
Prices:
Sokoto Red Goat (mature male): NGN12000.0 (Nigeria)Sokoto Red Goat (mature male): NGN15000.0 (Nigeria)Turkey (10kg): NGN15000.0 (Abule-Egba, Lagos)Point of lay birds (14 weeks): NGN1250.0 (Ibadan, Oyo State)Point of lay birds (15 weeks): NGN1300.0 (Ibadan, Oyo State)Molasses and Lactobacillus Serum: NGN1500.0 (Nigeria)
Credibility signals:
GGfadar provides detailed technical advice on goat breeding and management, establishing expertise through specific breed knowledge (Sokoto Red, WAD) and practical tips on mating stress and feed composition.Herald Agric and others establish credibility by providing specific locations (Ibadan, Abule-Egba) and contact details for livestock sales.
“Its not a must to cross breed with male sokoto red goat to get desired breed but its far better”
“Compared to poultry production that is prone to high mortality rate, high cost of feeds and pungent smell, Grasscutter farming has a low mortality rate”
“Agric is still a kind of way forward for an average Nigerian”
page 9 · 15 posts · 8 participants
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This is a long-running thread where a single expert, GGfadar, dominates the conversation by answering specific technical questions about livestock dewormers and occasionally pivoting to offer mentorship or direct sales. While other users ask for advice on investing and sourcing animals, the page functions primarily as a knowledge hub for specific animal health queries rather than a general market forum.
Credibility signals:
naming_specific_treatmentanswering_technical_questionslong_term_presence
“ALBendazole is good”
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“I count my self fortunate for stumbling on this thread Though I'm a student but im so eager to invest in live stock. But I won't be able to oversee it personally.”