Mapamela Justice Sera’s journey into poultry farming is a testament to the opportunities that agriculture offers for economic empowerment and sustainability. Retiring in 2016 and acquiring an 8.5-hectare farm in Meyerton, Mapamela embarked on a new chapter in his life, transitioning from cattle farming to poultry production. With 116 cattle in total, Sera scaled down his herd to focus on poultry, recognising the potential for greater returns in the poultry industry.
“My decision to venture into poultry farming was influenced by the need to diversify my agricultural activities and explore more profitable avenues,” Mapamela explains. “I enrolled in the Poultry Production Course offered by Buhle Farmers’ Academy to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in this venture.”
Unlocking Potential: Technical and Business Skills
The Poultry Production Course covered technical skills as well as essential topics like record-keeping, marketing, and business management.
“Learning to keep accurate records has enabled me to track the performance of my poultry enterprise and make informed decisions to improve profitability.”
Today, Mapamela’s poultry farm boasts a thriving flock of broilers and layers, supplying high-quality poultry products to local markets and restaurants.
“The knowledge and skills I acquired from the Poultry Production Course have empowered me to build a successful poultry business that sustains my livelihood and contributes to food security and economic development in my community,” he concludes.
Why Buhle Farmer’s Academy?
Buhle Farmers’ Academy’s Poultry Production Course provides comprehensive training, practical skills, and ongoing support to equip farmers with the necessary tools to succeed in the competitive poultry farming industry, create employment opportunities, and contribute to their communities’ sustainability.
Empowering Farmers for Success
The success story of Mapamela Justice Sera exemplifies the transformative impact of Buhle Farmers’ Academy’s Poultry Production Course in empowering farmers like him to achieve sustainable success in the poultry industry. Through comprehensive training and practical support, Buhle Farmers’ Academy continues to empower farmers, ensure community sustainability, and create employment opportunities in the agricultural sector. Discover how to join the journey to success by enrolling in the Poultry Production Course at Buhle Farmers’ Academy today.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Housing and Infrastructure: Participants learn about the design and construction of poultry housing, including considerations for ventilation, insulation, and biosecurity measures to ensure the health and welfare of the birds.
- Feeding and Nutrition: The course explores principles of poultry nutrition, including the formulation of balanced diets, feed ingredients, and feeding strategies to optimise growth, egg production, and overall flock health.
- Disease Control and Biosecurity: Participants are trained in disease prevention and management practices, including vaccination protocols, biosecurity measures, and early detection and treatment of common poultry diseases.
- Brooding and Rearing: The course covers essential aspects of brooding and chick management, including temperature control, bedding management, and best practices for ensuring the health and welfare of young chicks.
- Record Keeping and Management: Participants learn the importance of record-keeping in poultry farming, including tracking production metrics, financial records, and inventory management to monitor performance and make informed decisions.
- Processing and Marketing: The course provides insights into poultry processing techniques, including slaughtering, packaging, storage, and strategies for marketing poultry products to local markets, restaurants, and retailers.
Visit our website today for more information about our Poultry Production Course, including how to enrol.