Diagnostic Survey of Poultry Production Systems and Constraints in Kikuyu Division of Kiambu District.

Abstract

A diagnostic survey was conducted in Kikuyu Division of Kiambu District. Six locations, namely Kabete, Nyathuna, Muguga, Karai, Kinoo, and Kikuyu were covered. The objectives were to review the status of poultry production (exotic/commercial and indigenous chickens) in Kikuyu division, in terms of production systems, population, gender involvement, performance and economic values, document available indigenous knowledge and management practices, identify socio-economic constraints, priortise the constraints within the production systems, and; to identify and develop areas the for on-farm research.