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According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday night, July 18. Following the incident, the farmer reportedly fled the area.

Local traditional authorities, alongside representatives of Miyetti Allah in Nasarawa LGA, visited the scene to assess the situation. The District Head, Alhaji Abdullahi Kuku, urged farmers to avoid using harmful substances on their farms and also advised herders to keep their cattle and children away from cultivated farmland to help prevent future conflïcts.

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According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday night, July 18. Following the incident, the farmer reportedly fled the area.

Local traditional authorities, alongside representatives of Miyetti Allah in Nasarawa LGA, visited the scene to assess the situation. The District Head, Alhaji Abdullahi Kuku, urged farmers to avoid using harmful substances on their farms and also advised herders to keep their cattle and children away from cultivated farmland to help prevent future conflïcts.

What do you think can be done to reduce clashes between farmers and herders?]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31868.html Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:24:08 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31868.html
Many people have been asking me when I will finally share the feed mixture I use for my Noilers and local turkeys.

Today, let me explain part of it.

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Please read carefully because this method is not for day old chicks or young birds.

It is a feeding method I use for Noilers and local turkeys from 6 to 8 weeks of age up to maturity. It has worked well for me over the years.

FIRST, LET’S TALK ABOUT NOILERS.

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One reason many farmers like Nuelas is their flexibility.

Unlike commercial layers that need a properly balanced layer ration to maintain high egg production, Noilers can still perform well on a wider range of feeds, although their egg production may not be as consistent if nutrition is reduced.

They can also perform well under semi intensive or free range management while still producing eggs.

That is one reason many farmers keep them.

NOW, LET’S TALK ABOUT LOCAL TURKEYS.

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Local turkeys are economical to raise.

They don’t consume as much feed as many people think, and with a properly balanced homemade ration, you can significantly reduce feeding costs.

Personally, I prefer this formulation for my local turkeys.

I do not use the same formulation for my foreign turkeys because I target faster growth and heavier market weights, so I feed them differently.

THE FORMULATION I USED

For this batch, I used:

✅ 45kg of Dusa (Corn husk)

✅ 20kg of Grower Pellets

✅ Wheat Bran

My recommendation is Grower Mash because it mixes more evenly with other ingredients.

Unfortunately, Grower Mash was unavailable in my area, so I had to use Grower Pellets because my birds needed feed immediately.

I also added:

• Powdered charcoal

• Salt

• Lavaside

• Powdered eggshell

• A small quantity of clean wood ash

Everything was mixed thoroughly until every ingredient was evenly distributed.

WHY EACH INGREDIENT IS IMPORTANT

Dusa (Corn husks )

Provides energy while helping to reduce feeding costs.

Grower Mash/Pellets

Supplies protein, vitamins and minerals needed for proper growth. Mash is easier to mix evenly than pellets, which is why I recommend it whenever it is available.

Wheat Bran

Wheat bran is an excellent source of fibre and provides additional energy and nutrients. It helps improve the texture of the feed, increases the quantity of the mixture and can help lower feeding costs when included appropriately in a balanced ration.

Powdered Charcoal

Many farmers traditionally use charcoal in small quantities to support gut health. It should only be used as part of a balanced ration and not as a replacement for proper nutrition.

Salt

Supplies essential sodium and chloride. It should only be added in small quantities because excessive salt can be harmful to poultry.

Lavaside

Use strictly according to the manufacturer’s instructions on the product label. Do not guess the dosage.

Eggshell Powder

Eggshell is an excellent source of calcium.

Instead of throwing your eggshells away, wash them thoroughly, boil them, allow them to dry completely under the sun, then grind them into a fine powder before mixing them into the feed.

If you don’t have eggshell powder, you can substitute it with bone meal or a quality commercial calcium supplement from a livestock store.

Wood Ash

Only clean ash from untreated firewood should be used and only in a very small quantity.

TOTAL COST

This formulation produced about 70kg of feed, which is close to three 25kg bags of feed.

The total cost for me was around ₦30,000 because I already had ingredients like Lavaside and eggshell powder available.

Depending on prices in your location and transportation costs, you may spend around ₦35,000 or slightly more.

Considering that two bags of commercial feed equal only 50kg, getting about 70kg from this formulation can help reduce feeding costs when properly prepared.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This formulation is what I currently use for my Noilers and local turkeys from 6 to 8 weeks of age up to maturity.

It is not suitable for younger chicks, as they have different nutritional requirements.

In my next post, I will explain the complete step by step mixing process with measurements and additional practical tips.

LET’S LEARN FROM EACH OTHER

For the experienced poultry farmers here, how do you formulate feed for your noilers  and local turkeys? Share your experience so everyone can learn.

If this post helped you, kindly share it so more farmers can benefit.

And don’t forget to leave an honest review on our page if you’ve learned something valuable from our farming content.

https://www.facebook.com/61567778901241/...VTukspWEl/]]>
Many people have been asking me when I will finally share the feed mixture I use for my Noilers and local turkeys.

Today, let me explain part of it.

  diy-poultry-feed.jpg (Size: 45.89 KB / Downloads: 1)

Please read carefully because this method is not for day old chicks or young birds.

It is a feeding method I use for Noilers and local turkeys from 6 to 8 weeks of age up to maturity. It has worked well for me over the years.

FIRST, LET’S TALK ABOUT NOILERS.

  noilers.jpg (Size: 42.26 KB / Downloads: 1)

One reason many farmers like Nuelas is their flexibility.

Unlike commercial layers that need a properly balanced layer ration to maintain high egg production, Noilers can still perform well on a wider range of feeds, although their egg production may not be as consistent if nutrition is reduced.

They can also perform well under semi intensive or free range management while still producing eggs.

That is one reason many farmers keep them.

NOW, LET’S TALK ABOUT LOCAL TURKEYS.

  turkey.jpg (Size: 82.1 KB / Downloads: 1)

Local turkeys are economical to raise.

They don’t consume as much feed as many people think, and with a properly balanced homemade ration, you can significantly reduce feeding costs.

Personally, I prefer this formulation for my local turkeys.

I do not use the same formulation for my foreign turkeys because I target faster growth and heavier market weights, so I feed them differently.

THE FORMULATION I USED

For this batch, I used:

✅ 45kg of Dusa (Corn husk)

✅ 20kg of Grower Pellets

✅ Wheat Bran

My recommendation is Grower Mash because it mixes more evenly with other ingredients.

Unfortunately, Grower Mash was unavailable in my area, so I had to use Grower Pellets because my birds needed feed immediately.

I also added:

• Powdered charcoal

• Salt

• Lavaside

• Powdered eggshell

• A small quantity of clean wood ash

Everything was mixed thoroughly until every ingredient was evenly distributed.

WHY EACH INGREDIENT IS IMPORTANT

Dusa (Corn husks )

Provides energy while helping to reduce feeding costs.

Grower Mash/Pellets

Supplies protein, vitamins and minerals needed for proper growth. Mash is easier to mix evenly than pellets, which is why I recommend it whenever it is available.

Wheat Bran

Wheat bran is an excellent source of fibre and provides additional energy and nutrients. It helps improve the texture of the feed, increases the quantity of the mixture and can help lower feeding costs when included appropriately in a balanced ration.

Powdered Charcoal

Many farmers traditionally use charcoal in small quantities to support gut health. It should only be used as part of a balanced ration and not as a replacement for proper nutrition.

Salt

Supplies essential sodium and chloride. It should only be added in small quantities because excessive salt can be harmful to poultry.

Lavaside

Use strictly according to the manufacturer’s instructions on the product label. Do not guess the dosage.

Eggshell Powder

Eggshell is an excellent source of calcium.

Instead of throwing your eggshells away, wash them thoroughly, boil them, allow them to dry completely under the sun, then grind them into a fine powder before mixing them into the feed.

If you don’t have eggshell powder, you can substitute it with bone meal or a quality commercial calcium supplement from a livestock store.

Wood Ash

Only clean ash from untreated firewood should be used and only in a very small quantity.

TOTAL COST

This formulation produced about 70kg of feed, which is close to three 25kg bags of feed.

The total cost for me was around ₦30,000 because I already had ingredients like Lavaside and eggshell powder available.

Depending on prices in your location and transportation costs, you may spend around ₦35,000 or slightly more.

Considering that two bags of commercial feed equal only 50kg, getting about 70kg from this formulation can help reduce feeding costs when properly prepared.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This formulation is what I currently use for my Noilers and local turkeys from 6 to 8 weeks of age up to maturity.

It is not suitable for younger chicks, as they have different nutritional requirements.

In my next post, I will explain the complete step by step mixing process with measurements and additional practical tips.

LET’S LEARN FROM EACH OTHER

For the experienced poultry farmers here, how do you formulate feed for your noilers  and local turkeys? Share your experience so everyone can learn.

If this post helped you, kindly share it so more farmers can benefit.

And don’t forget to leave an honest review on our page if you’ve learned something valuable from our farming content.

https://www.facebook.com/61567778901241/...VTukspWEl/]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31856.html Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:26:03 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31856.html
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/]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31728.html Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:27:50 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31728.html
This is the method I use 👇🏽

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First, I clean the udder with clean water and foam to remove dirt and bacteria.
After that, I dry the udder with another clean foam because a wet udder can still carry contamination.

Then I wash the feeding bottle properly before milking the goat. Hygiene is very important because dirty equipment can cause diarrhea and infections in baby goats.

Once the milk is collected, I feed it immediately to the adopted baby goat 🍼🐐

One thing many farmers don’t know is that newborn goats have very weak immunity, so cleanliness during feeding can determine whether the baby grows well or falls sick.

Goat farming is not only about feeding animals, management and hygiene matter a lot too.

- Copied from facebook]]>
This is the method I use 👇🏽

  PSX_20260607_215213.jpg (Size: 52.98 KB / Downloads: 2)

First, I clean the udder with clean water and foam to remove dirt and bacteria.
After that, I dry the udder with another clean foam because a wet udder can still carry contamination.

Then I wash the feeding bottle properly before milking the goat. Hygiene is very important because dirty equipment can cause diarrhea and infections in baby goats.

Once the milk is collected, I feed it immediately to the adopted baby goat 🍼🐐

One thing many farmers don’t know is that newborn goats have very weak immunity, so cleanliness during feeding can determine whether the baby grows well or falls sick.

Goat farming is not only about feeding animals, management and hygiene matter a lot too.

- Copied from facebook]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31437.html Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:55:53 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31437.html What is PPR? (Peste des Petits Ruminants)

PPR is a highly contagious viral disease that affects small ruminants like sheep and goats. It spreads quickly and can kill a large number of animals, causing huge losses for farmers. The virus mainly attacks the respiratory system (lungs, nose, throat) and the digestive system (stomach and intestines).

Common Symptoms

Fever

Loss of appetite

Diarrhea (sometimes bloody)

Nasal and eye discharge

Coughing and difficulty breathing

Mouth sores and drooling

Weakness and lethargy

High mortality in young or unvaccinated animals


PPR is a major problem in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, threatening farmers’ income and food security.

Types of PPR Vaccines

1. Live-attenuated vaccines

The main type used to prevent PPR

Usually gives long-lasting protection with just one dose



2. DIVA vaccines

Newer vaccines under development

Help tell the difference between animals infected naturally and those vaccinated

Useful for monitoring and eradication programs



3. Recombinant vaccines

Made using specific viral proteins to trigger immunity

Still being researched




How PPR Vaccines Protect Animals

Immune response: Vaccines train the animal’s body to fight the virus using both antibodies and immune cells

Protective antibodies: These prevent the real PPR virus from causing disease


How Vaccines are Given

Usually given under the skin (subcutaneous injection)

Researchers are exploring easier methods, like mixing the vaccine in feed for large herds

Vaccines are safe and effective, protecting animals for several years


Challenges and What’s Next

Cold chain: Vaccines must be kept cool during transport and storage, especially in hot climates, or they may lose effectiveness

Vaccine failure: Sometimes vaccines don’t work if they go bad due to poor handling

Eradication goal: Organizations like the FAO and WOAH aim to completely eliminate PPR globally by 2030, with vaccination as a key tool]]> What is PPR? (Peste des Petits Ruminants)

PPR is a highly contagious viral disease that affects small ruminants like sheep and goats. It spreads quickly and can kill a large number of animals, causing huge losses for farmers. The virus mainly attacks the respiratory system (lungs, nose, throat) and the digestive system (stomach and intestines).

Common Symptoms

Fever

Loss of appetite

Diarrhea (sometimes bloody)

Nasal and eye discharge

Coughing and difficulty breathing

Mouth sores and drooling

Weakness and lethargy

High mortality in young or unvaccinated animals


PPR is a major problem in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, threatening farmers’ income and food security.

Types of PPR Vaccines

1. Live-attenuated vaccines

The main type used to prevent PPR

Usually gives long-lasting protection with just one dose



2. DIVA vaccines

Newer vaccines under development

Help tell the difference between animals infected naturally and those vaccinated

Useful for monitoring and eradication programs



3. Recombinant vaccines

Made using specific viral proteins to trigger immunity

Still being researched




How PPR Vaccines Protect Animals

Immune response: Vaccines train the animal’s body to fight the virus using both antibodies and immune cells

Protective antibodies: These prevent the real PPR virus from causing disease


How Vaccines are Given

Usually given under the skin (subcutaneous injection)

Researchers are exploring easier methods, like mixing the vaccine in feed for large herds

Vaccines are safe and effective, protecting animals for several years


Challenges and What’s Next

Cold chain: Vaccines must be kept cool during transport and storage, especially in hot climates, or they may lose effectiveness

Vaccine failure: Sometimes vaccines don’t work if they go bad due to poor handling

Eradication goal: Organizations like the FAO and WOAH aim to completely eliminate PPR globally by 2030, with vaccination as a key tool]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31379.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:04:43 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31379.html This is important because wrong treatment can worsen losses.

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1. Is stooling in weaners normal?
Yes.
Stooling in weaners is very common, especially after:

• Weaning stress
  
• Feed change
  
• Poor hygiene or wet pens
  
• Cold or fluctuating temperatures
  
• Heavy or poorly balanced rations
  

It is not always caused by infection.

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2. Are Sulphanor, tetracycline, or Flagyl the drug of choice?
No.
They are not first-line treatments unless the cause is confirmed.
Blind use of antibiotics can:

• Destroy beneficial gut bacteria
  
• Worsen diarrhea
  
• Increase drug resistance
  
• Waste money
  

Flagyl especially is often misused in pigs.

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3. What about LA injection (Oxytetracycline LA)?
Oxytetracycline LA can help only if the diarrhea is bacterial.
However, the advice “give 1 ml every 72 hours” is risky because:

• Dosage must be based on body weight
  
• Fixed dosing can lead to underdosing or overdosing
  
• It does not address dehydration or feed-related causes
  

LA injection is not a cure-all.

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4. What is missing in most advice
Most people skip the most important steps:

• Electrolytes to prevent dehydration
  
• Temporary feed withdrawal
  
• Feed quality and formulation check
  
• Hygiene and warmth in the pen
  
• Probiotics after antibiotics
  

Without these, drugs alone may fail.

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5. Feed-related issue (very important)
Heavy PKC-based diets can cause diarrhea in weaners.
Weaners have sensitive guts.
Too much PKC, sudden feed changes, or poor mixing can trigger stooling even without infection.

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6. Safer general approach to weaner diarrhea

• Withdraw feed for 12–24 hours
  
• Provide clean water plus electrolytes
  
• Keep pens dry, warm, and stress-free
  
• Review feed composition and mixing
  
• Use antibiotics only if there is fever, blood in stool, or weakness
  
• Always dose drugs according to body weight
  
• Introduce probiotics after treatment
  

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Conclusion
The advice to just inject LA and wait is partly true but incomplete and risky if followed blindly.
Successful control of weaner diarrhea requires:

• Correct diagnosis
  
• Feed management
  
• Electrolytes
  
• Hygiene
  
• Careful drug use
  

Drugs alone are not the solution.]]> This is important because wrong treatment can worsen losses.

---

1. Is stooling in weaners normal?
Yes.
Stooling in weaners is very common, especially after:

• Weaning stress
  
• Feed change
  
• Poor hygiene or wet pens
  
• Cold or fluctuating temperatures
  
• Heavy or poorly balanced rations
  

It is not always caused by infection.

---

2. Are Sulphanor, tetracycline, or Flagyl the drug of choice?
No.
They are not first-line treatments unless the cause is confirmed.
Blind use of antibiotics can:

• Destroy beneficial gut bacteria
  
• Worsen diarrhea
  
• Increase drug resistance
  
• Waste money
  

Flagyl especially is often misused in pigs.

---

3. What about LA injection (Oxytetracycline LA)?
Oxytetracycline LA can help only if the diarrhea is bacterial.
However, the advice “give 1 ml every 72 hours” is risky because:

• Dosage must be based on body weight
  
• Fixed dosing can lead to underdosing or overdosing
  
• It does not address dehydration or feed-related causes
  

LA injection is not a cure-all.

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4. What is missing in most advice
Most people skip the most important steps:

• Electrolytes to prevent dehydration
  
• Temporary feed withdrawal
  
• Feed quality and formulation check
  
• Hygiene and warmth in the pen
  
• Probiotics after antibiotics
  

Without these, drugs alone may fail.

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5. Feed-related issue (very important)
Heavy PKC-based diets can cause diarrhea in weaners.
Weaners have sensitive guts.
Too much PKC, sudden feed changes, or poor mixing can trigger stooling even without infection.

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6. Safer general approach to weaner diarrhea

• Withdraw feed for 12–24 hours
  
• Provide clean water plus electrolytes
  
• Keep pens dry, warm, and stress-free
  
• Review feed composition and mixing
  
• Use antibiotics only if there is fever, blood in stool, or weakness
  
• Always dose drugs according to body weight
  
• Introduce probiotics after treatment
  

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Conclusion
The advice to just inject LA and wait is partly true but incomplete and risky if followed blindly.
Successful control of weaner diarrhea requires:

• Correct diagnosis
  
• Feed management
  
• Electrolytes
  
• Hygiene
  
• Careful drug use
  

Drugs alone are not the solution.]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31301.html Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:46:08 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31301.html
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1. The Age of the Egg Matters
Fresh eggs are usually harder to peel. Their whites are more acidic and cling tightly to the membrane inside the shell. As eggs age, the pH level of the whites increases, which weakens that bond. Older eggs, usually about a week old, peel much more easily.

2. Salt Can Help
Adding a little salt to the boiling water can make peeling easier. Salt slightly raises the boiling point of the water and helps the proteins in the egg white firm up faster, creating a small gap between the egg and the shell.

3. Try Baking Soda
A teaspoon of baking soda in the boiling water can also make a difference. It increases alkalinity, helping the shell separate from the white more smoothly.

4. Use an Ice Bath
After boiling, place the eggs immediately in ice-cold water. The sudden temperature change causes the egg to contract slightly, loosening the shell and making it easier to remove.

5. Summary

Older eggs peel better than fresh ones.

Salt or baking soda in boiling water helps.

Cooling in ice water after boiling gives the best results.

With these simple adjustments, peeling boiled eggs becomes much easier and cleaner.]]>
  PSX_20251105_214422.jpg (Size: 42.16 KB / Downloads: 12)

1. The Age of the Egg Matters
Fresh eggs are usually harder to peel. Their whites are more acidic and cling tightly to the membrane inside the shell. As eggs age, the pH level of the whites increases, which weakens that bond. Older eggs, usually about a week old, peel much more easily.

2. Salt Can Help
Adding a little salt to the boiling water can make peeling easier. Salt slightly raises the boiling point of the water and helps the proteins in the egg white firm up faster, creating a small gap between the egg and the shell.

3. Try Baking Soda
A teaspoon of baking soda in the boiling water can also make a difference. It increases alkalinity, helping the shell separate from the white more smoothly.

4. Use an Ice Bath
After boiling, place the eggs immediately in ice-cold water. The sudden temperature change causes the egg to contract slightly, loosening the shell and making it easier to remove.

5. Summary

Older eggs peel better than fresh ones.

Salt or baking soda in boiling water helps.

Cooling in ice water after boiling gives the best results.

With these simple adjustments, peeling boiled eggs becomes much easier and cleaner.]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31276.html Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:40:36 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31276.html high-quality animal feed right in your backyard, using waste that would have been thrown away?

That’s where Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming comes in. These harmless insects are nature’s recyclers — they turn food waste into protein-rich larvae that chickens, fish, and pigs love. And the best part? They thrive in Nigeria’s warm climate.

Below is black soldier fly. If you observe manure pile carefully you'll see them.

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Below is bsf pupae or maggot. You can feed them to livestocks and fish and allow some to hatch into adults

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  bsf maggots.jpg (Size: 58 KB / Downloads: 11)

Here’s how you can start small — even with 2 plastic bin. One (Larvae Bin) is for maggot growing and the other (Love Nest) is where adult flies mate and lay eggs.]]> high-quality animal feed right in your backyard, using waste that would have been thrown away?

That’s where Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming comes in. These harmless insects are nature’s recyclers — they turn food waste into protein-rich larvae that chickens, fish, and pigs love. And the best part? They thrive in Nigeria’s warm climate.

Below is black soldier fly. If you observe manure pile carefully you'll see them.

  BSF.jpg (Size: 108.32 KB / Downloads: 12)

Below is bsf pupae or maggot. You can feed them to livestocks and fish and allow some to hatch into adults

  bsf-prepupae.jpg (Size: 119.09 KB / Downloads: 12)

  bsf maggots.jpg (Size: 58 KB / Downloads: 11)

Here’s how you can start small — even with 2 plastic bin. One (Larvae Bin) is for maggot growing and the other (Love Nest) is where adult flies mate and lay eggs.]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31252.html Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:40:03 +0000 GreenVet]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31252.html
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It doesn’t bite, it doesn’t damage anything, and it helps keep the house clean in its own quiet way.

Nature’s Insect Hunter
Geckos eat insects that most people dislike—cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, spiders, and even small scorpions.

Because of that, they act like natural pest control. They help reduce the number of insects that can spread diseases or give painful bites.
So, when you see a gecko on your wall, remember it’s probably helping you more than hurting you.

Can Geckos Poison Food?
In some places, people say geckos can poison food or even cause death. But this is not true.

Geckos are not poisonous and they don’t have venom. They can walk on food or walls without releasing any kind of poison.

The real problem comes from their droppings. Gecko waste can contain bacteria like Salmonella.

If this falls into uncovered food or water, it can cause food poisoning if eaten without proper washing or cooking.

That’s why some people fall sick and blame the gecko, even though the sickness comes from germs, not poison.

To stay safe, always keep your food covered and clean any area where a gecko might have passed.
That’s enough to avoid any problem.

A Quiet Helper
Even though some people don’t like seeing them, geckos are more of a blessing than a threat.

They work silently, keeping insects away and helping us live in cleaner homes.

Sometimes, the smallest and quietest creatures do the biggest jobs.]]>
  wall-gecko.jpg (Size: 45.73 KB / Downloads: 5)
It doesn’t bite, it doesn’t damage anything, and it helps keep the house clean in its own quiet way.

Nature’s Insect Hunter
Geckos eat insects that most people dislike—cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, spiders, and even small scorpions.

Because of that, they act like natural pest control. They help reduce the number of insects that can spread diseases or give painful bites.
So, when you see a gecko on your wall, remember it’s probably helping you more than hurting you.

Can Geckos Poison Food?
In some places, people say geckos can poison food or even cause death. But this is not true.

Geckos are not poisonous and they don’t have venom. They can walk on food or walls without releasing any kind of poison.

The real problem comes from their droppings. Gecko waste can contain bacteria like Salmonella.

If this falls into uncovered food or water, it can cause food poisoning if eaten without proper washing or cooking.

That’s why some people fall sick and blame the gecko, even though the sickness comes from germs, not poison.

To stay safe, always keep your food covered and clean any area where a gecko might have passed.
That’s enough to avoid any problem.

A Quiet Helper
Even though some people don’t like seeing them, geckos are more of a blessing than a threat.

They work silently, keeping insects away and helping us live in cleaner homes.

Sometimes, the smallest and quietest creatures do the biggest jobs.]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31251.html Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:12:01 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31251.html nylon (plastic) ingestion, yet few know what really happens inside the animal.

This post explains what it means, how to recognize it early, and what to do before it’s too late.

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What Is Nylon Ingestion?
Nylon ingestion happens when cows, goats, or sheep eat plastics, nylon bags, ropes, or other non-digestible materials while grazing.

These materials cannot be digested or broken down. They build up inside the rumen (the first stomach), blocking the passage of feed and water.

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Once this happens, digestion slows down or stops completely.

Common Causes
– Grazing near refuse dumps or market areas where plastics are scattered.
– Lack of minerals (especially salt and phosphorus) — this causes pica, a condition where animals eat strange things like nylon, stones, or sand.
– Poor waste disposal around the farm.
– Curiosity or boredom, especially in confined animals with nothing to chew.

Symptoms to Watch Out For
You can easily spot a cow suffering from nylon blockage through the following signs:

– Refusal to eat or drink water.
– Bloating or hard, swollen belly.
– Weakness and standing still for long periods.
– No rumination — the cow stops chewing cud.
– Dull eyes and general tiredness.

Once you see these signs, act fast — delay can kill the animal.

Early Home Management (If Caught Early)
If the case is mild or just starting, you can try to loosen the blockage before it becomes serious:

– Give vegetable oil, paraffin oil, or molasses to help soften the materials inside the stomach.
– Provide plenty of roughage (hay or grass) to help move the materials.
– Ensure there’s always salt lick and mineral blocks available to stop mineral deficiency.
– Monitor closely — if there’s no improvement in 24–48 hours, call a vet immediately.

Veterinary Treatment
If the nylon has already caused a complete blockage, home remedies will not work.

A qualified veterinarian can perform a procedure called rumenotomy — a minor surgery to open the rumen and remove the plastics.

After surgery, the vet will give:
– Antibiotics to prevent infection.
– Pain relievers and antiseptic dressing.
– Rest and soft feed for a few days.

Most animals recover fully and resume eating within a week.

Common Mistakes Farmers Make
– Waiting too long before calling a vet.
– Using only antibiotics or herbs when the real problem is a blockage.
– Believing the problem is caused by “village people” or witchcraft.
– Allowing cows to graze freely in dirty areas filled with waste.
– Ignoring the use of mineral and salt blocks.

Prevention Tips
– Keep your grazing areas clean — burn or bury all nylon and plastic waste.
– Provide mineral blocks and salt licks daily.
– Always give roughage to keep digestion normal.
– Observe your animals — when one stops chewing cud, check immediately.
– Have a vet’s contact on standby — a simple rumenotomy can save your cow.

Final Advice
This problem is 100% real and preventable.
Too many farmers lose cows, goats, and sheep to something as small as a nylon bag.
Don’t wait until your animal stops eating — prevention is cheaper than treatment.
If you run a farm, print and paste this guide in your feed store or office.
It can save you thousands of naira and the life of your best cow.
Would you like me to also make the headings uppercase (for extra visibility on MyBB) or keep them as they are?

  1760079670802.jpg (Size: 612.99 KB / Downloads: 11) ]]> nylon (plastic) ingestion, yet few know what really happens inside the animal.

This post explains what it means, how to recognize it early, and what to do before it’s too late.

  1760079667275.jpg (Size: 600.47 KB / Downloads: 11)

What Is Nylon Ingestion?
Nylon ingestion happens when cows, goats, or sheep eat plastics, nylon bags, ropes, or other non-digestible materials while grazing.

These materials cannot be digested or broken down. They build up inside the rumen (the first stomach), blocking the passage of feed and water.

  1760079676406.jpg (Size: 479.99 KB / Downloads: 12)

Once this happens, digestion slows down or stops completely.

Common Causes
– Grazing near refuse dumps or market areas where plastics are scattered.
– Lack of minerals (especially salt and phosphorus) — this causes pica, a condition where animals eat strange things like nylon, stones, or sand.
– Poor waste disposal around the farm.
– Curiosity or boredom, especially in confined animals with nothing to chew.

Symptoms to Watch Out For
You can easily spot a cow suffering from nylon blockage through the following signs:

– Refusal to eat or drink water.
– Bloating or hard, swollen belly.
– Weakness and standing still for long periods.
– No rumination — the cow stops chewing cud.
– Dull eyes and general tiredness.

Once you see these signs, act fast — delay can kill the animal.

Early Home Management (If Caught Early)
If the case is mild or just starting, you can try to loosen the blockage before it becomes serious:

– Give vegetable oil, paraffin oil, or molasses to help soften the materials inside the stomach.
– Provide plenty of roughage (hay or grass) to help move the materials.
– Ensure there’s always salt lick and mineral blocks available to stop mineral deficiency.
– Monitor closely — if there’s no improvement in 24–48 hours, call a vet immediately.

Veterinary Treatment
If the nylon has already caused a complete blockage, home remedies will not work.

A qualified veterinarian can perform a procedure called rumenotomy — a minor surgery to open the rumen and remove the plastics.

After surgery, the vet will give:
– Antibiotics to prevent infection.
– Pain relievers and antiseptic dressing.
– Rest and soft feed for a few days.

Most animals recover fully and resume eating within a week.

Common Mistakes Farmers Make
– Waiting too long before calling a vet.
– Using only antibiotics or herbs when the real problem is a blockage.
– Believing the problem is caused by “village people” or witchcraft.
– Allowing cows to graze freely in dirty areas filled with waste.
– Ignoring the use of mineral and salt blocks.

Prevention Tips
– Keep your grazing areas clean — burn or bury all nylon and plastic waste.
– Provide mineral blocks and salt licks daily.
– Always give roughage to keep digestion normal.
– Observe your animals — when one stops chewing cud, check immediately.
– Have a vet’s contact on standby — a simple rumenotomy can save your cow.

Final Advice
This problem is 100% real and preventable.
Too many farmers lose cows, goats, and sheep to something as small as a nylon bag.
Don’t wait until your animal stops eating — prevention is cheaper than treatment.
If you run a farm, print and paste this guide in your feed store or office.
It can save you thousands of naira and the life of your best cow.
Would you like me to also make the headings uppercase (for extra visibility on MyBB) or keep them as they are?

  1760079670802.jpg (Size: 612.99 KB / Downloads: 11) ]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31247.html Fri, 10 Oct 2025 22:41:43 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31247.html quick reference guide for pig medication — written for Nigerian farmers.
Save it to your phone or note it down in your farm record book. It will help you avoid guesswork and keep your pigs healthy.

1. Piglets (3–5 days old)
Give 2 ml of Iron Dextran (100 mg/ml) by intramuscular (IM) injection.

Target dose is 100 to 200 mg iron per piglet.

Calculation: 200 mg ÷ 100 mg/ml = 2 ml

This is very important - many piglets die from anemia if not given iron.
Inject in the neck or thigh using a clean 21–22 gauge needle.
Iron Dextran strengthens blood and gives the piglet a strong start.

Common brands: Ferrodex, Iron-Dex, Aniferon, Pigferon.

2. At 6–8 weeks
Use Ivermectin 1% (10 mg/ml) – 1 ml for every 33 kg body weight (under the skin).

Target dose: 0.3 mg/kg [10mg/ml ÷ 33kg]

Example: 33 kg × 0.3 mg ÷ 10 mg/ml = 1 ml

It clears worms, mange, and lice.

Repeat every 3–4 months to keep your pigs clean inside and out.

Local brands: Ivomec, Noromectin, Ivermax, Ivomec Super (with clorsulon).

3. Weaners (8–12 weeks)
After weaning, piglets easily get stressed and lose appetite.

Give 1–2 ml multivitamins in the muscle to boost appetite and reduce stress.

Target dose: about 0.5–1 ml per 10 kg body weight.

Example: 20 kg pig × 0.5 ml ÷ 10 kg = 1 ml
Use any good multivitamin injection containing Vitamins A, D3, E and B-complex.

4. Growers (12–20 weeks)
This stage is all about growth, and deworming helps a lot.

Option A – Levamisole 7.5% (75 mg/ml):
Target = 7.5 mg/kg orally.

Example: 50 kg pig × 7.5 mg ÷ 75 mg/ml = 5 ml.
Give 5 ml per 50 kg by mouth or in feed.

Option B – Albendazole 10% (100 mg/ml):
Target = 10 mg/kg orally.
Example: 50 kg × 10 mg ÷ 100 mg/ml = 5 ml.

Give 5 ml per 50 kg, repeat every 3–4 months.
This improves feed conversion, weight gain, and overall health.

5. Finishers (20 weeks to market)
Normally, they don’t need routine injections unless they fall sick.

If you notice coughing or infections, give Oxytetracycline LA 300 (300 mg/ml).
Target = 20 mg/kg IM (intramuscular).

Example: 50 kg × 20 mg ÷ 300 mg/ml = 3.3 ml.
Give 3.3 ml per 50 kg IM, repeat after 48 hours if needed.

This controls pneumonia, coughing, and other bacterial infections.
Note: Stop using it at least 28 days before slaughter.

6. Breeding Sows (before mating and farrowing)
Give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml per 33 kg) and important vaccines such as:
Parvovirus vaccine
Erysipelas vaccine

These should be given 2–3 weeks before mating.
This protects both the sow and her unborn piglets from infection and stillbirth.

[b]7. Boars (breeding males)[/b]
To keep them active and fertile, give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml/33 kg) every 3–4 months.

Also give 2 ml multivitamins IM monthly to boost fertility and stamina.

[b]Important Notes[/b]
1. Always weigh or estimate your pig’s weight before dosing — don’t guess.
You can use a weighing tape or chart to estimate.

2. Use clean needles and inject properly — most are intramuscular (IM), some subcutaneous (under the skin).

3. Stick to your schedule. Don’t wait till pigs fall sick before treating.

4. Store drugs properly: keep below 25 °C, away from sunlight.

5. If unsure, consult a qualified Veterinary Doctor before giving any medication.

This isn’t just about saving money — it’s about raising stronger, healthier pigs that grow faster, reproduce better, and give you more profit at market.]]> quick reference guide for pig medication — written for Nigerian farmers.
Save it to your phone or note it down in your farm record book. It will help you avoid guesswork and keep your pigs healthy.

1. Piglets (3–5 days old)
Give 2 ml of Iron Dextran (100 mg/ml) by intramuscular (IM) injection.

Target dose is 100 to 200 mg iron per piglet.

Calculation: 200 mg ÷ 100 mg/ml = 2 ml

This is very important - many piglets die from anemia if not given iron.
Inject in the neck or thigh using a clean 21–22 gauge needle.
Iron Dextran strengthens blood and gives the piglet a strong start.

Common brands: Ferrodex, Iron-Dex, Aniferon, Pigferon.

2. At 6–8 weeks
Use Ivermectin 1% (10 mg/ml) – 1 ml for every 33 kg body weight (under the skin).

Target dose: 0.3 mg/kg [10mg/ml ÷ 33kg]

Example: 33 kg × 0.3 mg ÷ 10 mg/ml = 1 ml

It clears worms, mange, and lice.

Repeat every 3–4 months to keep your pigs clean inside and out.

Local brands: Ivomec, Noromectin, Ivermax, Ivomec Super (with clorsulon).

3. Weaners (8–12 weeks)
After weaning, piglets easily get stressed and lose appetite.

Give 1–2 ml multivitamins in the muscle to boost appetite and reduce stress.

Target dose: about 0.5–1 ml per 10 kg body weight.

Example: 20 kg pig × 0.5 ml ÷ 10 kg = 1 ml
Use any good multivitamin injection containing Vitamins A, D3, E and B-complex.

4. Growers (12–20 weeks)
This stage is all about growth, and deworming helps a lot.

Option A – Levamisole 7.5% (75 mg/ml):
Target = 7.5 mg/kg orally.

Example: 50 kg pig × 7.5 mg ÷ 75 mg/ml = 5 ml.
Give 5 ml per 50 kg by mouth or in feed.

Option B – Albendazole 10% (100 mg/ml):
Target = 10 mg/kg orally.
Example: 50 kg × 10 mg ÷ 100 mg/ml = 5 ml.

Give 5 ml per 50 kg, repeat every 3–4 months.
This improves feed conversion, weight gain, and overall health.

5. Finishers (20 weeks to market)
Normally, they don’t need routine injections unless they fall sick.

If you notice coughing or infections, give Oxytetracycline LA 300 (300 mg/ml).
Target = 20 mg/kg IM (intramuscular).

Example: 50 kg × 20 mg ÷ 300 mg/ml = 3.3 ml.
Give 3.3 ml per 50 kg IM, repeat after 48 hours if needed.

This controls pneumonia, coughing, and other bacterial infections.
Note: Stop using it at least 28 days before slaughter.

6. Breeding Sows (before mating and farrowing)
Give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml per 33 kg) and important vaccines such as:
Parvovirus vaccine
Erysipelas vaccine

These should be given 2–3 weeks before mating.
This protects both the sow and her unborn piglets from infection and stillbirth.

[b]7. Boars (breeding males)[/b]
To keep them active and fertile, give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml/33 kg) every 3–4 months.

Also give 2 ml multivitamins IM monthly to boost fertility and stamina.

[b]Important Notes[/b]
1. Always weigh or estimate your pig’s weight before dosing — don’t guess.
You can use a weighing tape or chart to estimate.

2. Use clean needles and inject properly — most are intramuscular (IM), some subcutaneous (under the skin).

3. Stick to your schedule. Don’t wait till pigs fall sick before treating.

4. Store drugs properly: keep below 25 °C, away from sunlight.

5. If unsure, consult a qualified Veterinary Doctor before giving any medication.

This isn’t just about saving money — it’s about raising stronger, healthier pigs that grow faster, reproduce better, and give you more profit at market.]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31246.html Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:15:02 +0000 FarmTech]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31246.html
In 1963, neuroscientist Dr. José Delgado walked into a bullring in Córdoba, Spain. Before him stood Lucero, a 1,200-pound fighting bull—strong, restless, and ready to charge.

Delgado carried no weapon, no shield, only a small remote control in his hand. As Lucero charged toward him, the scientist pressed a button—and the bull stopped. Instantly. Frozen in mid-attack.

The stunned crowd watched as Delgado calmly stood before the halted animal. It looked like magic, but it was science.

The Power Behind the Remote

Delgado had implanted a tiny radio device, called a stimoceiver, into the bull’s brain. This device sent electrical signals to the caudate nucleus, the part of the brain that controls movement.

By sending a pulse at the right moment, Delgado interrupted the bull’s motor commands. Its body obeyed the signal, even though its rage remained. When he released the button, the bull charged again.

He hadn’t changed the bull’s will—only its ability to act. But the message was clear: the brain could be controlled by electricity.

From Healing to Control

Delgado’s goal wasn’t entertainment. He believed brain stimulation could help treat conditions like Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and mental illness.

Yet his experiment raised a question that has only grown louder: where is the line between healing and control?

Today, projects like Elon Musk’s Neuralink carry Delgado’s dream forward. Neural implants are being tested to help people walk, see, and communicate again. Some hail this as a triumph of human creativity. Others see something far more troubling—the merging of man, machine, and mind.

The Faith Question

In the Book of Revelation, we read about a time when technology and control will unite under a system known as the mark of the beast—a symbol of submission and ownership. Neural implants may not be that mark, but they remind us how easily power over the body can become power over the soul.

The Bible also warns in Genesis 11:6:
“And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language... and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.”

Humanity’s imagination is boundless, but so is its pride. When our inventions reach into the mind itself, we must ask: Are we advancing life—or replacing God?

Lessons for Today

Dr. Delgado’s bull experiment was more than a scientific stunt. It was a glimpse into our future—a reminder that knowledge without restraint becomes danger.

Whether we’re improving the soil, building machines, or exploring the brain, every act of creation carries a question of purpose. Technology can heal, but it can also enslave. The power to touch the mind is no longer fantasy. It’s here—and it demands humility.

Suggested SEO Keywords:
José Delgado bull experiment
brain implants and control
Neuralink and faith
mind control science
mark of the beast technology
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ethics of brain stimulation

Sources: PBS Archives, Dr. Delgado's 1981 manuscript]]>
In 1963, neuroscientist Dr. José Delgado walked into a bullring in Córdoba, Spain. Before him stood Lucero, a 1,200-pound fighting bull—strong, restless, and ready to charge.

Delgado carried no weapon, no shield, only a small remote control in his hand. As Lucero charged toward him, the scientist pressed a button—and the bull stopped. Instantly. Frozen in mid-attack.

The stunned crowd watched as Delgado calmly stood before the halted animal. It looked like magic, but it was science.

The Power Behind the Remote

Delgado had implanted a tiny radio device, called a stimoceiver, into the bull’s brain. This device sent electrical signals to the caudate nucleus, the part of the brain that controls movement.

By sending a pulse at the right moment, Delgado interrupted the bull’s motor commands. Its body obeyed the signal, even though its rage remained. When he released the button, the bull charged again.

He hadn’t changed the bull’s will—only its ability to act. But the message was clear: the brain could be controlled by electricity.

From Healing to Control

Delgado’s goal wasn’t entertainment. He believed brain stimulation could help treat conditions like Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and mental illness.

Yet his experiment raised a question that has only grown louder: where is the line between healing and control?

Today, projects like Elon Musk’s Neuralink carry Delgado’s dream forward. Neural implants are being tested to help people walk, see, and communicate again. Some hail this as a triumph of human creativity. Others see something far more troubling—the merging of man, machine, and mind.

The Faith Question

In the Book of Revelation, we read about a time when technology and control will unite under a system known as the mark of the beast—a symbol of submission and ownership. Neural implants may not be that mark, but they remind us how easily power over the body can become power over the soul.

The Bible also warns in Genesis 11:6:
“And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language... and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.”

Humanity’s imagination is boundless, but so is its pride. When our inventions reach into the mind itself, we must ask: Are we advancing life—or replacing God?

Lessons for Today

Dr. Delgado’s bull experiment was more than a scientific stunt. It was a glimpse into our future—a reminder that knowledge without restraint becomes danger.

Whether we’re improving the soil, building machines, or exploring the brain, every act of creation carries a question of purpose. Technology can heal, but it can also enslave. The power to touch the mind is no longer fantasy. It’s here—and it demands humility.

Suggested SEO Keywords:
José Delgado bull experiment
brain implants and control
Neuralink and faith
mind control science
mark of the beast technology
neuroscience and religion
ethics of brain stimulation

Sources: PBS Archives, Dr. Delgado's 1981 manuscript]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31232.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:15:02 +0000 Henlus]]> http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31232.html
Imagine you’ve got just ¼ acre (about 2 plots of 50ft by 100ft) of land or even space in your compound. If you keep 50 beehives, here’s what it looks like:

1 hive = 10kg of honey per season

About 3 seasons per year = 30kg per hive yearly

50 hives x 30kg = 1,500kg of honey in one year!

25L of honey = 35kg

That’s a lot of honey — and a lot of money.

Serious bee farmers usually keep different types of hives:

Some hives produce more honey, like the Langstroth hive.

Others produce more wax, like the Kenya top bar hive.

Modern hives generally give much more honey than traditional hives (which focus more on wax).

You can build a roof over your hives or just place them outside with protection from rain. I'll update you guys when I start.

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Imagine you’ve got just ¼ acre (about 2 plots of 50ft by 100ft) of land or even space in your compound. If you keep 50 beehives, here’s what it looks like:

1 hive = 10kg of honey per season

About 3 seasons per year = 30kg per hive yearly

50 hives x 30kg = 1,500kg of honey in one year!

25L of honey = 35kg

That’s a lot of honey — and a lot of money.

Serious bee farmers usually keep different types of hives:

Some hives produce more honey, like the Langstroth hive.

Others produce more wax, like the Kenya top bar hive.

Modern hives generally give much more honey than traditional hives (which focus more on wax).

You can build a roof over your hives or just place them outside with protection from rain. I'll update you guys when I start.

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Every 3 weeks, I needed 1–2 tons of PKC (Palm Kernel Cake), and with today’s market, that was a huge drain. Right now, a bag of PKC sells for about ₦14,000 in Enugu, and a ton goes for nearly ₦240,000. That means I was spending ₦480,000 every three weeks and that’s without counting other costly feed ingredients like starter feeds (₦23,000 per bag), soya beans, corn chaff, lysine, and blood meal.

I was working hard, but the profits were disappearing into feed. Something had to change.

That’s when I looked at palm kernel not just as a feed source, but as a business opportunity.

Here’s what I discovered:

1. A bag of palm kernel nuts costs ₦67,000.
2. You need 6 bags to produce 1 drum of PKO (Palm Kernel Oil).
3. To make 1 ton, you need 5 drums.

Now, here’s the kicker

1 Drum of PKO sells for ₦440,000 – ₦460,000.
Let’s average it at ₦450,000.

So, 5 drums = ₦2,250,000 revenue from oil alone.

But wait, there’s more:
From each drum, you also get about 4.5 bags of PKC. That means 5 drums = 22.5 bags of PKC.

At ₦14,000 per bag → that’s ₦315,000 extra from PKC.

Profit Calculation (per ton):

1. Total Revenue (PKO + PKC) = ₦2,250,000 + ₦315,000 = ₦2,565,000

2. Cost of 30 bags of palm kernel (6 × 5) = ₦2,010,000

3. Processing & logistics = ₦100,000 – ₦120,000 (let’s take ₦120,000)

Net Profit = ₦2,565,000 – (₦2,010,000 + ₦120,000) = ₦435,000 per ton.

And for big farmers or investors, you can do 10 to 15 tones in a month and they are ready market to buy up the PKO and PKC.

When I saw the numbers, I realized something: while I had been buying PKC at ₦240,000 per ton, I could instead produce my own PKC, feed my pigs, and still make a profit from the oil.

That changed everything.

Not only did my feed cost drop, I suddenly had a new stream of income:

1. The PKO went straight to soap makers, cosmetics companies, and even food processors.
2. The PKC that my pigs didn’t eat was snapped up by other livestock farmers.

What started as a survival move to cut costs has grown into a profitable agribusiness venture.

Lesson: The rising cost of feed can either crush you or push you to innovate. For me, palm kernel turned from a burden into a goldmine.

If you’re into farming, don’t just buy PKC own the source. The numbers speak for themselves.

From:
Adonia Farms Enugu
A home for quality pigs

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Every 3 weeks, I needed 1–2 tons of PKC (Palm Kernel Cake), and with today’s market, that was a huge drain. Right now, a bag of PKC sells for about ₦14,000 in Enugu, and a ton goes for nearly ₦240,000. That means I was spending ₦480,000 every three weeks and that’s without counting other costly feed ingredients like starter feeds (₦23,000 per bag), soya beans, corn chaff, lysine, and blood meal.

I was working hard, but the profits were disappearing into feed. Something had to change.

That’s when I looked at palm kernel not just as a feed source, but as a business opportunity.

Here’s what I discovered:

1. A bag of palm kernel nuts costs ₦67,000.
2. You need 6 bags to produce 1 drum of PKO (Palm Kernel Oil).
3. To make 1 ton, you need 5 drums.

Now, here’s the kicker

1 Drum of PKO sells for ₦440,000 – ₦460,000.
Let’s average it at ₦450,000.

So, 5 drums = ₦2,250,000 revenue from oil alone.

But wait, there’s more:
From each drum, you also get about 4.5 bags of PKC. That means 5 drums = 22.5 bags of PKC.

At ₦14,000 per bag → that’s ₦315,000 extra from PKC.

Profit Calculation (per ton):

1. Total Revenue (PKO + PKC) = ₦2,250,000 + ₦315,000 = ₦2,565,000

2. Cost of 30 bags of palm kernel (6 × 5) = ₦2,010,000

3. Processing & logistics = ₦100,000 – ₦120,000 (let’s take ₦120,000)

Net Profit = ₦2,565,000 – (₦2,010,000 + ₦120,000) = ₦435,000 per ton.

And for big farmers or investors, you can do 10 to 15 tones in a month and they are ready market to buy up the PKO and PKC.

When I saw the numbers, I realized something: while I had been buying PKC at ₦240,000 per ton, I could instead produce my own PKC, feed my pigs, and still make a profit from the oil.

That changed everything.

Not only did my feed cost drop, I suddenly had a new stream of income:

1. The PKO went straight to soap makers, cosmetics companies, and even food processors.
2. The PKC that my pigs didn’t eat was snapped up by other livestock farmers.

What started as a survival move to cut costs has grown into a profitable agribusiness venture.

Lesson: The rising cost of feed can either crush you or push you to innovate. For me, palm kernel turned from a burden into a goldmine.

If you’re into farming, don’t just buy PKC own the source. The numbers speak for themselves.

From:
Adonia Farms Enugu
A home for quality pigs

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The small dog refuse oo. But he finally succeeded. The dog came over to my side. As an animal lover I welcomed him. But my side is not shielded from the wind. So I have to use a megaphone carton to make a temporary wind shield for him. He growled at me when I tried to do this. But I understand. He's been brutally abused by people and think that I'm like others.

I just ignored him and set up the wind shield and also placed a cloth on the floor for him to lie on.

I never planned owning a dog now and even when I do, my target is a German Shepherd or Belgian Malinoise. Seeing the miserable state of this dog made me to buy it for N10k. They call him Jimmy, but I changed the name to Sergeant, after my first deceased dog ??.

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Just like Sergeant, many of us come to God broken, wounded, and suspicious, because of how life and people have treated us. We sometimes “growl” at His attempts to help us by resisting His love.

Yet, Christ doesn’t give up on us.

-He shelters us (like I did with the carton and cloth) even when we don’t understand His intentions.

-He pays the price for us (as I did with the ₦10k) while we were yet sinners.

-He gives us a new name and identity (Revelation 2:17), just as I renamed the dog to “Sergeant,” honoring him with dignity.

“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

Don't give up on God. Repent for the days are evil. Christ's coming is nearer than ever.

?Before: 27th July 2025
? After: Present, 12th Sept 2025

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The small dog refuse oo. But he finally succeeded. The dog came over to my side. As an animal lover I welcomed him. But my side is not shielded from the wind. So I have to use a megaphone carton to make a temporary wind shield for him. He growled at me when I tried to do this. But I understand. He's been brutally abused by people and think that I'm like others.

I just ignored him and set up the wind shield and also placed a cloth on the floor for him to lie on.

I never planned owning a dog now and even when I do, my target is a German Shepherd or Belgian Malinoise. Seeing the miserable state of this dog made me to buy it for N10k. They call him Jimmy, but I changed the name to Sergeant, after my first deceased dog ??.

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Just like Sergeant, many of us come to God broken, wounded, and suspicious, because of how life and people have treated us. We sometimes “growl” at His attempts to help us by resisting His love.

Yet, Christ doesn’t give up on us.

-He shelters us (like I did with the carton and cloth) even when we don’t understand His intentions.

-He pays the price for us (as I did with the ₦10k) while we were yet sinners.

-He gives us a new name and identity (Revelation 2:17), just as I renamed the dog to “Sergeant,” honoring him with dignity.

“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

Don't give up on God. Repent for the days are evil. Christ's coming is nearer than ever.

?Before: 27th July 2025
? After: Present, 12th Sept 2025

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