My Poultry Feed Formulation Experiment On Broilers.
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page 0 · 31 posts · 10 participants
· farm_diary
A single author documents a month-long experiment raising broilers using organic methods, specifically herbal treatments (ginger, garlic, aloe vera) instead of vaccines and commercial feed. The thread evolves into a knowledge-sharing hub where the author answers technical questions from other farmers regarding brooding conditions, deworming protocols, and the definition of organic farming.
Credibility signals:
citing specific farm activities and timelinedemonstrating technical knowledge on feed formulation and deworming
“Means raising Day Old broilers to table size using herbs and without vaccines.”
“To deworm your birds organically you dry and blend paw paw seeds and mix with double the quantity of water.”
page 1 · 32 posts · 12 participants
· discussion_qa
This page is a technical Q&A thread where the original poster shares a detailed experiment on using herbal feed formulations (ginger, garlic, aloe vera) for broiler chickens. Other users actively ask for specific measurements, disease treatments for symptoms like bloody droppings, and advice on combining organic herbs with conventional drugs.
Pain points:
bird_mortalityinput_adulteration
Credibility signals:
detailed experimental timelinespecific dosage instructionsobservation of flock health status
“That's a classic symptom of coccidiosis. Bitterleaf, garlic and Ginger mixture would do the trick.”
“Day 10. Birds are self sufficient as regards to heat. I've removed the papers and only use the rice hulls. yesterday was fresh water day. Today resumed with the normal ginger, garlic and aloe vera concoction. no sickness no death. Bio-security is strong.”
page 2 · 32 posts · 12 participants
· discussion_qa
This thread features a single expert farmer ('00Chymes00') sharing his experiment with organic poultry feed formulation and herbal treatments for broilers. While the main author treats the page as a diary of his progress, other users actively engage by asking for specific recipes, troubleshooting disease symptoms, and requesting the expert's commercial feed for sale.
Pain points:
feed_too_expensivebird_mortalityno_buyers
Prices:
broiler finisher feed: NGN3300.0 (Port-Harcourt)layers mash: NGN3000.0 (Port-Harcourt)
Credibility signals:
author_owns_commercial_feed_businessauthor_states_location_Port_Harcourtauthor_shows_photos_of_feed_fermentationauthor_shares_specific_formulation_ingredients
“The cost of feeding my 147 cockerel is to high. .i wanted to mix der feed with PKC but I was told not to do dat now”
“My formula is a trade secret since I sell poultry feed commercially so I can't disclose it.”
“I'm based in Port-Harcourt and yes my feed is 25kg with price at #3300 for broiler finisher and #3000 for layers mash.”
Unclassified: none
page 3 · 31 posts · 25 participants
· discussion_qa
coordination
This thread serves as a platform for users to request entry into a WhatsApp group centered around poultry feed formulation experiments. While the original poster shares progress on broiler growth using herbal additives, the conversation is dominated by users providing phone numbers to join the group and a vendor advertising probiotic products.
Prices:
OBD (Organic Booster and Deodourizer): NGN1000.0 (N/A)Blackstrap Molasses: NGN1500.0 (N/A)
Credibility signals:
naming_locationnaming_full_namestating_education
“Please sir add me to the wats app group my name is raymond 07034313598 I stay in benue state . Thanks and God bless”
“Ogam 00Chymes00. Not trying to derail ur thread o bit just incase you or anyone u know is interested since you are in PHC. There's 3 plots of land available for farming in the heart of Port Harcourt.”
page 4 · 31 posts · 23 participants
· discussion_qa
coordination
This thread originated as a discussion about a user's herbal poultry feed formulation experiment but quickly transformed into a directory thread where numerous users requested to join a paid WhatsApp or Telegram group. The page features a detailed schedule for using herbal remedies and probiotics, followed by a significant portion of posts dedicated to exchanging phone numbers and migrating to a new paid community platform.
Prices:
lactobacillus serum: NGN0.0 (Nigeria)
Credibility signals:
posting_detailed_daily_scheduleciting_specific_herbs_and_dosagesreporting_farm_results
“Day 1-21 : Give Lab/ginger garlic/tagiri super as a standard mix @ 10mls/3L of water.”
“My broilers are over 3 weeks now. Like I stated earlier my experimental feed didn't work as expected so their weight is not encouraging.”
“The Farm Herbal group WhatsApp is filled up. They have actually moved to telegram now.”
page 5 · 27 posts · 24 participants
· discussion_qa
coordination
This thread serves as a community hub where a knowledgeable user (00Chymes00) answers specific technical questions about poultry rearing timelines and feed formulation, while simultaneously acting as a recruitment drive for a WhatsApp group. The page is dominated by users exchanging phone numbers to join this group, indicating a strong coordination effort to build a collective for future joint sourcing or market access.
Credibility signals:
citing_specific_feeding_schedulesreferencing_feed_types_and_timingdistinguishing_between_drug_types
“It takes about 5 to 6 months for cockerels to reach maturity so yes your birds will be ready by Christmas.”
“I have no interest in conventional drugs so I can't recommend any for you.”
“Nay. I won't abandon this thread. I'll be here to take questions from people that can't join the group.”
page 6 · 28 posts · 20 participants
· discussion_qa
coordination
This thread is a knowledge-sharing session where an experienced farmer details a specific organic poultry feed formulation schedule using herbal extracts. The discussion quickly shifts into a recruitment drive for a private Telegram group, characterized by numerous users dropping phone numbers to join.
Credibility signals:
naming_farm_size_or_locationciting_years_of_experience
“Although their weight is not impressive due to bad strain but I'm proud to say non of my birds died from any diseases cos they are on constant herbal extracts.”
“LAB takes time and expertise to culture so I suggest you buy from one of our members here.”
page 7 · 30 posts · 26 participants
· mixed
coordination
This thread functions as a contact directory and recruitment hub where numerous users request to join a Telegram group related to poultry feed formulation. While the original topic discusses creating feed and using lactobacillus, the overwhelming majority of posts are simple requests for phone numbers to be added to a group, indicating a shift from technical discussion to networking and potential group monetization.
Prices:
methionine: NGN0.0 (unknown)lysine: NGN0.0 (unknown)
Credibility signals:
naming_locationstating_intention_to_start_farm
“I want to really appreciate the Op for bringing this up, this is a very good way to raise chicken and i want to encourage anyone that is into poultry to always make good use of google.”
“well, using feed formulation is the best but Freshers always face problems regarding setting up a good formulation (crude protein and inclusion rate)”
“Nice update, but where can I get lactobacillus? are they selling it in vet shop? Thanks!”
page 8 · 31 posts · 21 participants
· discussion_qa
coordination
This thread began as a discussion on poultry feed formulation and herbal treatments but evolved primarily into a directory for joining a Telegram group for organic poultry farmers. While there is technical debate regarding the efficacy of herbs versus synthetic drugs for treating coccidiosis, the dominant activity is users exchanging phone numbers to join the group, with one author acting as a consultant selling milling services.
Credibility signals:
naming_farm_size_or_locationciting_years_of_experiencereferencing_an_association
“What is the organic cure of CRD?”
“all we do here is bombard the birds from all sort of herbs for prevention”
“the organic is more prevention than curative,when your birds are down with any disease after using of organic,it is better you discontinue using it and go for synthetic drugs that one is sure of”
page 9 · 32 posts · 21 participants
· discussion_qa
This thread is a technical discussion where a user ('00Chymes00') shares a detailed experiment on broiler feed formulation, specifically debating the merits of fermented feed versus conventional mash. The conversation quickly evolves into a knowledge exchange regarding herbal treatments, disease prevention, and specific feed additives, while the majority of the page consists of users requesting to join the original poster's Telegram or WhatsApp groups for further mentorship.
Credibility signals:
practicing_farmer_claimlab_referencelocation_declaration
“fermenting feed predigests it and unlocks nutrients in the feed that otherwise would've been pooped out cos of indigestion.”
“Our broiler Starter and Finisher gives your birds 3kg in less than 7 weeks.”
“I've done many cycles of broilers and have never lost a bird due to diseases.”
page 10 · 20 posts · 18 participants
· promo_listing
This page is dominated by a single author, 'guidefreak', promoting a paid eBook on organic poultry farming and a related external article. While the initial posts offer some educational content about organic remedies and documentation, the overwhelming majority of the thread consists of users requesting to be added to the author's contact list or asking about the product, with very little genuine discussion or peer-to-peer troubleshooting.
Prices:
Complete Guide to Organic Poultry Farming eBook: NGN1000.0 (N/A)
Credibility signals:
cites personal experience (15 years farming, M.Sc. in Animal Science)claims specific knowledge of diseases like Coccidiosis and Newcastlelists detailed table of contents for the product
“This knowledge would have been lost completely because the traditional poultry farmers who practiced organic poultry farming (keeping mostly indigenous breeds) only communicate their knowledge to others verbally.”
“This eBook only goes for N1,000. FAR BELOW THE PRICE OF A SINGLE BROILER CHICKEN, which a disease can take away in hours, if not minutes.”