Success Story
Makika Farm
Makika Farm
Farm Background
Makika Trinity started the farm more than two years ago with 8,000 chicks. Through dedication and a willingness to learn, the business has grown into a sustainable and profitable operation that now keeps more than 15,000 birds and provides employment for three people from the surrounding community. The farm's goal is to expand further while continuing to produce healthy, high-quality chickens.
Backbone Products Used
| Product | Feeding Period |
|---|---|
| Starter | 14 days (Day 1–14) |
| Super Grower | 8 days (Day 14–22) |
| Finisher | 6 days (Day 22–28) |
Performance Results
Farmer Testimonial
The night I counted 3,500 dead birds, I sat on an overturned feed bucket, questioning our future as a farm. Batch after batch, our chickens struggled to reach 1.3–1.5 kg by Day 31, and heavy losses threatened our progress. As a farm manager, I knew we had to change. We improved water management, monitored breathing, adjusted temperatures, strengthened hygiene, and sealed gaps that exposed our flock to disease. Gradually, our results improved after we started using Backbone Feeds. Today, our birds reach 1.7–2.1 kg and are ready for market from Day 28, while losses have dropped to just 100. That bucket now represents our farm's resilience and success.
Sales Representative Observations
Delson is particularly pleased with the rapid growth and improved vitality of Backbone chicks compared with chicks he previously sourced from other suppliers. This performance has strengthened his trust in Backbone chicks and in Backbone's ability to support better poultry production results.
On-Site Photographs
The following photographs were taken during the field visit on October 10, 2026, documenting the farm conditions, bird health, and Backbone Feeds products in use.
Key Takeaways
| Success Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Faster growth | Birds reach market 3 days earlier (Day 28 vs. Day 31) |
| Better weight gain | Average weight up from 1.3–1.5 kg to 1.7–2.1 kg |
| Lower mortality | Losses down from 3,500 to 100 birds per batch (97% reduction) |
| Technical support | Ongoing technical advice and partnership beyond feed supply |
Conclusion
Makika Farm's disciplined management and loyalty to Backbone, from chicks to feed, make it a key partner. Staying close through regular vet visits and practical guidance will make the partnership stronger, raise productivity and open the way to mutual growth.