Position Title: Technical Expert in Climate Vulnerability and Adaptation, KARI [more....]

Why house indigenous poultry?
Indigenous poultry are housed to provide shelter for broody hens, eggs and chicks. Houses also protect birds from predators and bad weather.

Site
Select an area with shade and windbreaks to protect birds from the hot sun and strong wind.
Select a secure place around the farm to protect birds from predators.
Rectangular houses should run East to West to avoid the hot afternoon sun

Building Materials
Use local materials like wood thatch grass, clay or bricks.

• Remove barks from wood where parasites often hide.
• Remove any sharp objects from the house.
• Provide windows that cover half the height of the house for ventilation
• Use chicken wire on windows to keep away predators. [more...]