Unique breed of chicken raised on herbs.

The Egyptian chicken farming model for egg production implemented by Mr. Van Thanh Phong, residing in Hoi Thanh hamlet, Tan Hoi commune, Tan Chau district, is yielding high economic efficiency.

The poultry farming area is scientifically designed and well-ventilated, creating favorable conditions for chickens to grow and develop well, ensuring egg production meets requirements. This model opens up a new direction for poultry farming for local people.

Over 10 types of herbal waste products used as chicken feed.

Mr. Phong said that initially, due to personal needs, he raised black chickens for egg production. However, after a while, he noticed a low egg-laying rate. Upon researching, he learned that Egyptian chickens were better, with firmer meat, so he decided to raise this breed instead. “I’ve been raising Egyptian chickens for over a year now. Currently, I have over 1,000 chickens, with an egg-laying rate of over 70%. The egg supply is only enough for acquaintances in Ho Chi Minh City. Customers place orders in advance, and I deliver once a week,” Mr. Van Thanh Phong shared.

Mr. Van Thanh Phong is feeding the chickens.

According to Mr. Phong, one of the reasons he chose this breed of chicken was its behavior. This breed has very good resistance to disease and a high survival rate in the wild, and can forage for food on its own.

During the poultry farming process, he focuses on producing clean agricultural products. The chickens are fed with fermented feed containing microorganisms, along with drinking water infused with microorganisms and garlic yeast. The chicken feed also includes several herbs to help boost their immunity. Mr. Phong raises his chickens without using any antibiotics whatsoever.

In addition to basic nutrients like corn, soybeans, and rice, Mr. Phong also supplements the feed with 10 types of by-products collected from herbal production facilities in the area. Angelica root and by-products of Cordyceps sinensis are combined with turmeric and probiotics, then fermented for 24 hours.

The herbs are then pressed into pellets for the chickens to eat throughout the day. This herbal-based chicken farming model not only helps chickens absorb nutrients better but also keeps them naturally healthy. As a result, Mr. Phong significantly saves on antibiotic and supplement costs compared to conventional farming.

Herbal waste products are used as feed for chickens.

The watering system for the chickens is automated. Mr. Phong uses clean water, combined with probiotic water. Thanks to these supplementary sources, the chickens don't need antibiotics. However, he still gives them all the necessary vaccinations according to the schedule and age for disease prevention.

Thanks to his diligence and eagerness to learn, Mr. Phong has equipped himself with more knowledge and techniques for raising this new chicken breed. According to him, to ensure a high survival rate for the newly released chicks, and to ensure they are in good health and reproduce prolifically when mature, the most important step is selecting the right breed. It's crucial to import chicks from reputable sources that guarantee quality.

Building a local brand.

During the first month, chicks are fed with feed to ensure adequate nutrition. After this period, they begin to consume feed, probiotics, and herbs. Around 6 months, they start laying eggs. The meat quality is at its best when the chickens are 3 months old, at which point they are ready for sale as broiler chickens.

Initially, Mr. Phong bought chicks from the North, but later he secured a local source of chicks to develop his flock. Each month, he adds approximately 500-600 chicks to his stock. According to him, the farm's scale could expand further if he had more land. Currently, his farm harvests around 700 eggs daily.

"The potential of raising Egyptian chickens for egg production is quite high. The egg production is insufficient to supply the market. In the future, my family will expand the area of ​​the chicken coop and develop the poultry flock to increase our family income."

"Egyptian chicken eggs sell for much higher prices than regular chicken eggs, around 8,000 VND per egg. Using herbal feed to raise chickens takes much more time," Phong added.

Alongside raising chickens, Mr. Phong also developed a pig farming project. Currently, his pig farming project has been approved by the Provincial People's Committee. The project's scale is 6,000 pigs, but currently his farm only raises over 3,000, so Mr. Phong's chicken coop is very spacious.

Mr. Phong ensures biosafety and wastewater treatment, especially the biogas wastewater treatment system. Before entering the biogas digester, pig manure is separated into solid and liquid waste, then passed through a settling tank, and finally to the wastewater treatment section, where it is treated with microorganisms and chemicals.

Sharing his future plans, Mr. Phong hopes to build the Futifarm brand, closely associated with the local area. He hopes to be granted permission by the local authorities to lease a sufficiently large plot of land to expand the scale of his business.

If you have around 40-50 hectares, you could build a larger-scale chicken farm. You could combine chicken farming with fruit tree cultivation to increase income. The fruit that doesn't meet quality standards can be used as chicken feed.

Ms. Le Thi Ngoc Thuy, Vice President of the Tan Chau District Farmers' Association, said that the locality continues to encourage, motivate, and maintain effective economic models operating in the area.

In addition, the Standing Committee of the District and commune/township Farmers' Associations regularly disseminates information and mobilizes cadres and farmer members to raise awareness of the role and position of economic models, especially collective economic models, in conjunction with the implementation of the National Target Program on building new rural areas.

According to the Tan Chau District Livestock and Veterinary Station, in recent years, the locality has been considered a destination for many high-tech livestock projects. However, household livestock farming still accounts for a high proportion.

In the context of small-scale livestock farming facing numerous challenges from large farms and volatile markets, choosing to raise specialty breeds is becoming a smart approach, helping many farmers achieve stable and efficient development.

Phong's Egyptian chicken egg-laying model, in addition to bringing economic value, also contributes to reshaping agricultural production habits. His willingness to invest, his willingness to change mindsets, and his focus on community health are opening up a new direction for the local livestock industry – towards circular, sustainable, and environmentally responsible agricultural development.

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