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Dr Watson Messo

Management tips for your laying flocks

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-01-10 14:52:47

To achieve good egg production, a farmer or poultry attendant must professionally manage flocks throughout their life.

How worm infestation could cost your poultry farming

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-02-07 09:41:12

Your birds may look normal at first, but inside, worms could be damaging their intestines, stealing nutrients and reducing growth and egg production.

Why Kenya is facing poultry feed crisis

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-02-21 06:00:00

Kenya’s poultry farmers are grappling with a feed crisis that threatens bird health, production costs, and farm profitability.

The key to a robust poultry enterprise

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-03-07 08:00:00

Despite challenges like high feed costs and disease, Kenya’s growing demand for chicken and eggs offers opportunities for skilled and dedicated poultry farmers.

Major poultry diseases and their control

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-04-04 11:19:00

Diseases in poultry if identified and controlled can result to high yields for a farmer .

Why ventilation is key in poultry rearing

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-04-18 11:10:56

Poor ventilation is a leading cause of respiratory distress on poultry farms, and it often goes unnoticed until serious damage has already occurred.

Strategies for marketing your poultry

By Dr Watson Messo   2026-05-02 07:40:00

Selling too cheaply can create losses, while charging too much without added value may drive customers away.