Short Poultry Farming Course in Kenya (Beginner to Commercial Production)

Course Overview

Poultry farming is one of the most profitable and fast-growing agricultural enterprises globally, offering a critical source of income, nutrition, and employment—especially in rural and peri-urban settings. However, commercial poultry production requires technical knowledge, sound business planning, and adherence to health and quality standards to ensure profitability and sustainability.

This Poultry Farming Course in Kenya provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to poultry farming, covering both broiler and layer production systems. Participants gain practical skills in poultry housing, nutrition, breeding, health management, biosecurity, and marketing.

As one of the practical short courses on poultry farming, the training emphasizes low-cost and scalable solutions suitable for small-scale farmers transitioning to commercial production, as well as agribusiness professionals looking to expand operations.

Participants will also explore value addition, enterprise modeling, and input-output optimization to maximize returns and reduce operational risks. Environmental sustainability and animal welfare considerations are integrated throughout the course.

Course Objectives

By the end of this poultry farming training, participants will be able to:

• Establish and manage efficient poultry enterprises (layers, broilers, and dual-purpose)
• Apply best practices in poultry housing, feeding, and breeding
• Prevent, identify, and manage common poultry diseases
• Implement hygiene, waste management, and biosecurity measures
• Design cost-effective poultry business models and conduct profitability analysis
• Develop market strategies and explore value addition opportunities

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals and individuals involved in poultry farming and agribusiness, including:

• Aspiring and existing poultry farmers
• Livestock extension officers and agribusiness advisors
• Farm managers and cooperative leaders
• Agro-entrepreneurs, youth groups, and women’s associations
• NGO staff supporting agricultural livelihoods
• Vocational training institutions and agribusiness development agencies

Training Methodology

• Technical sessions led by poultry experts and veterinarians
• Hands-on demonstrations in housing, vaccination, and feeding
• Case studies of successful poultry enterprises
• Group exercises in enterprise planning and budgeting
• Optional field visits to commercial poultry farms or hatcheries

Expected Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• Build or improve poultry operations using appropriate technologies
• Reduce mortality and increase productivity through better health and feeding practices
• Understand market dynamics within poultry value chains
• Develop and implement sustainable poultry business plans
• Strengthen linkages with suppliers, veterinarians, and markets