Latest News & Announcements

Award received at the Nairobi International Trade Fair

Recently, our department participated in the poultry and rabbitry sections at the Nairobi International Trade Fair. In the rabbitry section, we had 14 entries, securing first place in seven entries, second place in three, and third place in four. We won the Kenchic Cup A for the three best layers in the poultry section and the Hellen Burn Corkburn Cup for the three best broilers. Out of 10 entries in poultry, we achieved first place in four entries, second place in three entries, and third place in three entries.

UoN Annual Sports Day 2024

Tomorrow is the day! The University Annual Sports Day 2024 is here. Under the theme “Fostering Unity, Healthy Competition, and Wellness through Sports,” this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before. With a wide range of activities like football, rugby, volleyball, athletics, chess, swimming, tug-of-war, and more, there’s something for everyone!

SALE! SALE! SALE OF BROILERS

The Department of Animal Production has Broilers for sale starting Monday 5th August, 2024.

Price at Kshs. 250 per Kg Live Weight.

Please arrange to buy some from the poultry unit and carry your packaging material. 

PAY THROUGH MPESA TILL NO. 806517

 

Kindly Contact 0720 728 610 - Mercy Njiiri for more information. 

Cargill Poultry Training in Kitengela

On July 31, 2024, Cargill International hosted a poultry training event at the Sandalwood Hotel in Kitengela. The training focused on biosecurity measures, brooding practices, and effective housing management for poultry. Participants, including our staff members Mr. Benjamin Kyalo, Mr. Charles Karuku, and Mr. Michael Waweru, among others, gained insights into best practices to enhance poultry health, reduce disease risks, and optimize production.