Keeping poultry farms operational on an economical basis

Traditional poultry management practices are still being adopted, particularly in some Arab states and other developing countries. Yet, such operations can be profitable if proper measures are being taken. Adopting certain management strategies is needed for saving costs and/or reducing losses. By Dr. Salah H. Esmail, Cairo, Egypt The largest factor determining the profitability of a poultry operation is feed. In most poultry farms in the Arab countries, especially in the private sector, feed i