Hatching Success, One Chick at a Time
The Artificial hatching technology involve a semi-automatic incubator that reproduces the natural incubation process on a larger scale. They are designed to accommodate 50 to 150 eggs at a time. They can be heated using kerosene or a battery-powered light bulb, offering an alternative to mains electricity.
This technology is TAAT1 validated.
Adults 18 and over: Positive high
The poor: Positive medium
Under 18: Positive medium
Women: Positive medium
Climate adaptability: Highly adaptable
Farmer climate change readiness: Significant improvement
Biodiversity: No impact on biodiversity
Carbon footprint: A bit less carbon released
Environmental health: Moderately improves environmental health
Soil quality: Does not affect soil health and fertility
Water use: Same amount of water used
The technology of artificial hatching in semi-automatic incubators provides innovative solutions to several key challenges in poultry farming :
This technology addresses these challenges by offering solutions that benefit both the poultry industry and individual farmers:
The Artificial Hatching in Semi-Automatic Incubators technology revolutionizes poultry farming, offering a solution to overcome the limitations of natural incubation. It not only accelerates the production of day-old chicks but also ensures reliable supply, contributing to the expansion of poultry farming. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger, Decent Work and Economic Growth, and Responsible Consumption and Production.
To integrate this technology into your project and outline the essential tasks and conditions, follow these steps:
The main investment in artificial hatching technology is the purchase of incubators, with costs ranging from USD 100 to 200, depending on size and automation level.
-Evaluate the quantity needed for your project, considering the technology cost. For delivery, account for potential import clearance and duties.
-As the technology is available in various countries, including Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Somalia, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Rwanda, Nigeria, Niger, Mozambique, Malawi, Madagascar, Kenya, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Ghana, Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, Burundi, Botswana, Benin, explore collaboration with agricultural development institutes and agro-dealers for implementation.
Training is crucial for effective utilization. A team of trainers can provide comprehensive training and post-training support during the implementation of the technology. Include the associated costs in your project plan.
Communication support for the technology should be developed, including flyers, videos, and radio broadcasts, to raise awareness among farmers and stakeholders.
For a more comprehensive and sustainable poultry farming approach, consider associating this technology with Flock Improvement of Meat and Layer Breeds and Dual-Purpose Chicken for Small-Scale Producers technologies and all practices such as improved poultry breeds, quality poultry feed formulation, and disease management strategies.
Incubators
per cycle
64-egg manual solar unit
fully automated 96 egg unit
Hatchery start up requirement
Open source / open access
Country | Tested | Adopted |
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Benin | Tested | Adopted |
Botswana | Tested | Adopted |
Burundi | Tested | Adopted |
Central African Republic | Tested | Adopted |
Côte d’Ivoire | Tested | Adopted |
Democratic Republic of the Congo | Tested | Adopted |
Ethiopia | Tested | Adopted |
Ghana | Tested | Adopted |
Guinea | Tested | Adopted |
Kenya | Tested | Adopted |
Madagascar | Tested | Adopted |
Malawi | Tested | Adopted |
Mozambique | Tested | Adopted |
Niger | Tested | Adopted |
Nigeria | Tested | Adopted |
Rwanda | Tested | Adopted |
Senegal | Tested | Adopted |
Sierra Leone | Tested | Adopted |
Somalia | Tested | Adopted |
South Sudan | Tested | Adopted |
Tanzania | Tested | Adopted |
Uganda | Tested | Adopted |
Zambia | Tested | Adopted |
Zimbabwe | Tested | Adopted |
This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones. Any zones shown in white are not suitable for this technology.
AEZ | Subtropic - warm | Subtropic - cool | Tropic - warm | Tropic - cool |
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Arid | ||||
Semiarid | ||||
Subhumid | ||||
Humid |
Source: HarvestChoice/IFPRI 2009
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that are applicable to this technology.
To achieve successful incubation, the following steps are necessary:
Last updated on 28 August 2024