Introducing Zambro Chickens: A Revolutionary Breed in Zambia
“How old do you think these chickens are?” Levy Phiri inquired of the crowd, as he carefully lifted four vibrant, multicolored birds from a crate and placed them gently on the ground in the bustling courtyard outside the primary school in Kambvumbe, a quaint village located in Zambia’s rural Eastern Province. The roughly 200 villagers who gathered under the sweltering midday sun for this informative presentation, organized by the country’s largest chicken hatchery and processor, leaned in closer, eager to catch a glimpse of the birds.
“A year, perhaps?” someone suggested from the crowd. “Fourteen months!” another voice chimed in confidently.
Mr. Phiri, who serves as a field representative for Hybrid Poultry Farm, paused for dramatic effect, allowing curiosity to build. “They are just six weeks old,” he announced, eliciting a wave of astonishment that rippled through the crowd.
These were not just any ordinary chickens; they were Zambro chickens, a breed meticulously developed to flourish even in the harshest of climates. This dual-purpose chicken — which we’ll explore further in a moment — is designed to require less water and feed while growing more rapidly and robustly. Additionally, Zambro chickens produce a greater number of eggs, are more resilient to diseases, and are significantly more cost-effective to raise compared to the traditional village chickens commonly found in local backyards.
Levy Phiri, passionately representing Hybrid Poultry Farm, led the audience through the fascinating world of Zambro chickens, highlighting their numerous advantages and potential impact on local farming.
- Thrives in harsh climates
- Requires less water and feed
- Grows faster and fatter
- Lays more eggs
- More resistant to diseases
- Cost-effective to raise
About 200 eager participants gathered in the village of Kambvumbe, in Zambia’s Eastern Province, to learn about these extraordinary chickens, marking a significant step towards enhancing local agriculture.
