Siaya Governor James Aggrey Bob Orengo through the Department of Agriculture, Food Security, Livestock, and Blue Economy, on Wednesday distributed 10,000 vaccinated one-month-old chicks to farmers’ groups in East Ugenya.
The exercise moderated by County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, Mr. Sylvester K’Okoth saw 400 farmers’ groups benefit from the free chick distribution valued at KES 4 million.
The initiative was an offshoot of a two-day training on best poultry management practices, disease control, and sustainable farming techniques conducted in East Ugenya Ward.
This is part of the Nyalore administration’s strategy to enhance poultry farming, boost food security, and increase household income.
The County Government also aims at providing farmers with a vital kickstart to establish or expand poultry enterprises.
“These improved kienyeji chickens grow fast, lay more eggs, and are resistant to many common diseases. With good care, they can bring real income to our farmers,” said Mr. Sylvester K’Okoth.
The project goal is to yield significant economic benefits, with farmers potentially earning KES 8 million from the sell of 10,000 mature chickens at an average price of KES 800 each within the year.
After factoring production costs including feed, healthcare, and management, farmers will still realize a collective profit of approximately KES 1 million, emphasizing the lucrative potential of well-managed poultry farming.
This program is anchored on the Nyalore Administration’s commitment to diversifying agricultural activities and fostering rural enterprise development, with the goal of promoting sustainable growth and improving residents’ socio-economic well-being.
The administration plans to monitor and evaluate the intervention’s impact, with intentions to expand similar initiatives to other wards and sub-counties, further strengthening the county’s agricultural sector.
The event was graced by key leaders, among them Chief Officer for Agriculture, Food Security, Livestock, and Blue Economy, Mrs. Elizabeth Adongo; Director of Crops, Mr. Vincent Okoth; and the host, Member of County Assembly, Hon. Fredrick Omoro.
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