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One of the questions I get a lot is: "What exactly do you feed your pigs?" At our farm, we don't feed the same thing throughout the day. We try to combine balanced nutrition with locally available feed resources to keep feed costs under control. In the morning, our pigs get a well mixed feed

When I started pig farming at Ilado Farm, I was very ambitious. I didn’t want to start small, I wanted to start big. So I started with 50 piglets. I had done my calculations. The projected profit looked very attractive, the pens were ready, and everything felt like it was going to work perfectly. And

One of the smartest decisions you can make in pig farming is not just choosing a good breed, but choosing the right cross combination. Crossbreeding is used on many successful farms because it combines the strengths of two breeds into one pig that performs better under real farm conditions. We have strated to do this

If you’ve spent time in pig farmers’ groups, you’ve likely encountered questions such as: “My pig just farrowed. What injection should I give the sow and piglets?” “My piglets are 3 months old but still very small. What drug or booster can I use?” For many farmers, medication is often the first solution that comes

Ilado Farm is thriving in the poultry sector, currently raising both Kienyaji (local breeds) and Layers. With a focus on quality and sustainability, the farm is proud to hatch chicks for sale while the Layers provide fresh eggs for the local market. Since 2023, Ilado Farm has been passionate about poultry and dedicated to empowering

Ilado Farm, established in 2023, has successfully bred 2,000 pigs ast December 2025, gaining invaluable insights along the way. As both seasoned and novice farmers navigate the complexities of pig farming, the team at Ilado Farm emphasizes the importance of proper feeding techniques to ensure optimal growth and profitability. One of the most significant challenges