Poultry Production in Zambia

This topic offers a detailed study of poultry farming, an important livestock sub-sector in Zambia. Learners will explore the importance of poultry, categorize breeds, and investigate different rearing systems. The unit covers poultry housing design, equipment, and the anatomy and physiology of chickens. Crucially, it provides step-by-step guidance on rearing both broiler and layer chickens, including routine management, feed formulation, health care, and marketing. This competence-based topic is vital for School-Based Assessment projects and is heavily examined by ECZ. It equips students with practical skills for small-scale enterprise, aligning with CBC goals of self-reliance.