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Management of Indigenous KARI (Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization) Chicken from 1–18 Weeks

Here's a simplified guide

1. Brooding Stage (1–4 Weeks)
~ Heat source Use charcoal stove or bulbs (30–32°C in week 1, reduce weekly).
~ Feed Starter mash (high protein ~20–22%)
~ Water Clean water + glucose + vitamins

✓Vaccinate
~ Day 1: Marek’s
~ Day 7: Newcastle (Lasota)
~ Day 14: Gumboro

2. Growing Stage (5–12 Weeks)
~ Feed Grower mash (18% protein)

✓ Vaccinate
✓ Week 4: Gumboro booster
✓ Week 6: Fowl pox
✓ Week 8: Newcastle booster
~ Deworm Every 2 weeks
~ Spacing 1–1.5 sq ft per bird
~ Lighting Natural is enough unless cold/dark

3. Pre-Lay Stage (13–18 Weeks)
~ Feed Pre-layer or layer mash (16–18% protein, calcium-rich)

✓ Vaccinate
~ Week 12–16: Infectious bronchitis, fowl typhoid
~ Prepare nest boxes
~ Reduce stress Quiet, dry housing
~ Watch for maturity signs Red combs, squatting, nesting behavior

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