07-10-2026, 10:26 AM
I promised to post this by 7:00 PM, but I couldn't keep to that time.
Our battery cages arrived in the evening, and we spent several hours offloading and installing them. By the time we finished, it was already late.
Thank you for your patience.
Now, let's get into today's lesson.
I asked whether we should start with the capital breakdown or the profit calculation for 500 pullets.
The majority voted for Option A, so let's begin.
## The first thing you need to know...
You will notice that I did NOT include the cost of setting up the farm.
That was intentional.
Why?
Because I don't want to give you figures that may not apply to your situation.
For example, the price of land in my area may be completely different from yours.
Some people will drill a borehole at 50 metres, while others may go beyond 200 metres before finding water.
The prices of wood, roofing materials, labour, cages, transportation, and construction also vary from one location to another.
That is why I don't like estimating setup costs.
Instead, I prefer to focus on the expenses that almost every poultry farmer will incur, regardless of location.
## Why do I always budget to 24 weeks?
Many people ask me this question.
Some pullets may start laying between 17 and 19 weeks.
But let's be realistic.
At that stage, egg production is still low. The birds are not yet producing enough eggs to fully support their feeding cost.
By around 24 weeks, a well-managed flock should already be producing enough to contribute significantly towards feed expenses.
That is why I always advise farmers to budget their capital up to 24 weeks before starting.
Financial planning is one of the biggest differences between successful poultry farmers and those who quit halfway.
## ESTIMATED CAPITAL BREAKDOWN FOR 500 PULLETS (DAY OLD TO 24 WEEKS)
### 1. Purchase of Day-Old Pullets
500 birds × ₦3,400
= ₦1,700,000
### 2. Feed Budget (25 kg bags)
Feed is the biggest expense in poultry farming, so don't underestimate it.
Starter Feed (0 to 8 weeks)
Estimated 35 bags
35 × ₦16,050
= ₦561,750
Grower Pellets (8 to 20 weeks)
Estimated 100 bags
100 × ₦12,950
= ₦1,295,000
Layer Mash (20 to 24 weeks)
Estimated 58 bags
58 × ₦13,350
= ₦774,300
Estimated Total Feed Cost = ₦2,631,050
### 3. Labour
For a flock of 500 birds, one assistant is usually enough.
You don't necessarily need a full-time worker.
A part-time arrangement can work perfectly.
The person can help you with feeding, washing drinkers, cleaning, vaccinations, and routine management in the morning, then return later in the day for evening duties.
Estimated labour cost:
₦40,000 per month × 6 months
= ₦240,000
### 4. Medication and Vaccination
Vaccines, vitamins, deworming, and routine medications.
Estimated budget:
₦250,000
### 5. Logistics and Miscellaneous Expenses
Transportation.
Wood shavings or bedding materials.
Electricity or fuel.
Water.
Unexpected farm expenses.
Estimated budget:
₦150,000
## TOTAL ESTIMATED CAPITAL
Day-old pullets............... ₦1,700,000
Feed................................. ₦2,631,050
Labour............................. ₦240,000
Medication.................... ₦250,000
Logistics......................... ₦150,000
### Estimated Total = ₦4,971,050
One more thing...
Always plan for mortality.
Even the best poultry farmers don't assume 100% survival.
I usually advise budgeting for about 10% mortality so you don't put yourself under unnecessary financial pressure if you lose a few birds.
## PLEASE NOTE
This is NOT the exact amount you will spend.
This is a planning guide.
Feed prices differ from state to state.
Transportation costs are different.
Medication prices vary.
Your management style also affects your expenses.
Use this as a roadmap to prepare yourself before investing.
Many people fail in poultry farming not because poultry is not profitable, but because they start without understanding the financial commitment involved.
## A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Many of you have been asking me,
"When is the next training?"
Our previous batch has ended, and this time I want to do things differently.
I don't want a large class.
I want people who are genuinely ready to start.
### BROILERS PRACTICAL CLASS
I only need 10 serious people.
This is not just a class where you watch videos and disappear.
Once the training starts, you should be ready to buy your chicks immediately.
We'll brood them together from day old and I'll guide you step by step until point of sale.
Training Fee: ₦15,000
### LAYERS PRACTICAL CLASS
I also need 10 serious people who want to start layers.
Whether you buy your birds from me or from another reputable hatchery, I'll guide you from choosing the right birds, brooding, vaccination, feeding, management, and everything you need to know until they reach production at about six months.
We'll learn by doing, not just by talking.
Training Fee: ₦25,000
If you're interested, send me a DM or simply comment INTERESTED below.
I'm looking for people who are ready to take action, not people who want to keep postponing their dreams.
If this post has helped you, please share it.
You may help someone avoid a costly mistake before investing in poultry.
In my next post, we'll break down the profit calculation for 500 layers, including estimated daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly income.
See you in the next post
Would you like me to break down the expected profit next?
https://www.facebook.com/61567778901241/...zhp9CgcFl/
Our battery cages arrived in the evening, and we spent several hours offloading and installing them. By the time we finished, it was already late.
Thank you for your patience.
Now, let's get into today's lesson.
I asked whether we should start with the capital breakdown or the profit calculation for 500 pullets.
The majority voted for Option A, so let's begin.
## The first thing you need to know...
You will notice that I did NOT include the cost of setting up the farm.
That was intentional.
Why?
Because I don't want to give you figures that may not apply to your situation.
For example, the price of land in my area may be completely different from yours.
Some people will drill a borehole at 50 metres, while others may go beyond 200 metres before finding water.
The prices of wood, roofing materials, labour, cages, transportation, and construction also vary from one location to another.
That is why I don't like estimating setup costs.
Instead, I prefer to focus on the expenses that almost every poultry farmer will incur, regardless of location.
## Why do I always budget to 24 weeks?
Many people ask me this question.
Some pullets may start laying between 17 and 19 weeks.
But let's be realistic.
At that stage, egg production is still low. The birds are not yet producing enough eggs to fully support their feeding cost.
By around 24 weeks, a well-managed flock should already be producing enough to contribute significantly towards feed expenses.
That is why I always advise farmers to budget their capital up to 24 weeks before starting.
Financial planning is one of the biggest differences between successful poultry farmers and those who quit halfway.
## ESTIMATED CAPITAL BREAKDOWN FOR 500 PULLETS (DAY OLD TO 24 WEEKS)
### 1. Purchase of Day-Old Pullets
500 birds × ₦3,400
= ₦1,700,000
### 2. Feed Budget (25 kg bags)
Feed is the biggest expense in poultry farming, so don't underestimate it.
Starter Feed (0 to 8 weeks)
Estimated 35 bags
35 × ₦16,050
= ₦561,750
Grower Pellets (8 to 20 weeks)
Estimated 100 bags
100 × ₦12,950
= ₦1,295,000
Layer Mash (20 to 24 weeks)
Estimated 58 bags
58 × ₦13,350
= ₦774,300
Estimated Total Feed Cost = ₦2,631,050
### 3. Labour
For a flock of 500 birds, one assistant is usually enough.
You don't necessarily need a full-time worker.
A part-time arrangement can work perfectly.
The person can help you with feeding, washing drinkers, cleaning, vaccinations, and routine management in the morning, then return later in the day for evening duties.
Estimated labour cost:
₦40,000 per month × 6 months
= ₦240,000
### 4. Medication and Vaccination
Vaccines, vitamins, deworming, and routine medications.
Estimated budget:
₦250,000
### 5. Logistics and Miscellaneous Expenses
Transportation.
Wood shavings or bedding materials.
Electricity or fuel.
Water.
Unexpected farm expenses.
Estimated budget:
₦150,000
## TOTAL ESTIMATED CAPITAL
Day-old pullets............... ₦1,700,000
Feed................................. ₦2,631,050
Labour............................. ₦240,000
Medication.................... ₦250,000
Logistics......................... ₦150,000
### Estimated Total = ₦4,971,050
One more thing...
Always plan for mortality.
Even the best poultry farmers don't assume 100% survival.
I usually advise budgeting for about 10% mortality so you don't put yourself under unnecessary financial pressure if you lose a few birds.
## PLEASE NOTE
This is NOT the exact amount you will spend.
This is a planning guide.
Feed prices differ from state to state.
Transportation costs are different.
Medication prices vary.
Your management style also affects your expenses.
Use this as a roadmap to prepare yourself before investing.
Many people fail in poultry farming not because poultry is not profitable, but because they start without understanding the financial commitment involved.
## A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Many of you have been asking me,
"When is the next training?"
Our previous batch has ended, and this time I want to do things differently.
I don't want a large class.
I want people who are genuinely ready to start.
### BROILERS PRACTICAL CLASS
I only need 10 serious people.
This is not just a class where you watch videos and disappear.
Once the training starts, you should be ready to buy your chicks immediately.
We'll brood them together from day old and I'll guide you step by step until point of sale.
Training Fee: ₦15,000
### LAYERS PRACTICAL CLASS
I also need 10 serious people who want to start layers.
Whether you buy your birds from me or from another reputable hatchery, I'll guide you from choosing the right birds, brooding, vaccination, feeding, management, and everything you need to know until they reach production at about six months.
We'll learn by doing, not just by talking.
Training Fee: ₦25,000
If you're interested, send me a DM or simply comment INTERESTED below.
I'm looking for people who are ready to take action, not people who want to keep postponing their dreams.
If this post has helped you, please share it.
You may help someone avoid a costly mistake before investing in poultry.
In my next post, we'll break down the profit calculation for 500 layers, including estimated daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly income.
See you in the next post
Would you like me to break down the expected profit next?
https://www.facebook.com/61567778901241/...zhp9CgcFl/