June 2, 2026

In the drought-prone region of Kathonzweni, Makueni County, where rising feed prices and climate change continue to challenge farmers, Rhoda Kimunyu has discovered a low-cost, sustainable way to succeed in indigenous poultry farming. By breeding her own chickens, producing homemade chicken feed from locally available crops, and applying innovative flock management techniques, she has built a thriving poultry enterprise that depends less on expensive external inputs and more on locally available resources. In this inspiring farm visit, we explore how Rhoda manages a flock of more than 70 indigenous chickens, produces affordable poultry feed from maize, sorghum, beans, pigeon peas, and cassava, and uses a smart breeding system to increase productivity and profitability. Her story offers valuable lessons for farmers, agripreneurs, youth in agriculture, and anyone interested in climate-resilient farming practices in Kenya and across Africa. 📌 In this video, you will learn: ✅ How to start indigenous chicken farming with low investment ✅ How to make homemade chicken feed using local ingredients ✅ Cost-saving poultry management practices ✅ Climate-smart farming solutions for dryland areas ✅ Indigenous chicken breeding and brooding techniques ✅ How farmers can reduce dependence on commercial feeds ✅ Sustainable agriculture practices that improve income Rhoda's success demonstrates that profitable poultry farming is possible even in harsh climatic conditions when farmers embrace innovation, local resources, and efficient management practices. Watch until the end to discover practical tips that can help you reduce production costs and improve returns from your poultry enterprise. #IndigenousChickenFarming #PoultryFarmingKenya #ChickenFarmingBusiness #ClimateSmartAgriculture #MakueniCounty #HomemadeChickenFeed #AgribusinessKenya #SustainableFarming #SmallholderFarmers #ClimateResilience #KenyaAgriculture #VillageFarming #PoultryFeed #AgricultureAfrica #FarmSuccessStories