Abiodun gave the advice on Tuesday at a Poultry Farmers Forum held in Ibadan, organised by Wonderful Spring Farms in partnership with Hendrix4U.
Speaking on the theme, “Strategic and Smart Poultry Farming,” he stressed that agriculture, particularly poultry, remains a sustainable path to economic empowerment and self-reliance for the youth.
He urged unemployed youths to venture into farming, particularly poultry, as a practical means to generate income and improve their livelihoods.
“In the past, people were reluctant to introduce themselves as farmers, but today, many of us are proud to do so.
“Through poultry farming, we have gained relevance in the society, paid our children’s school fees, built houses, bought cars, and created comfortable homes,” he said.
“Through forums like this, we aim to regularly create avenues for farmers and keep them informed on how to succeed in poultry farming,” he said.
He stated that the training provided to farmers had the potential to transform their financial status and greatly improve their livelihoods.
The Deputy General Manager of Chi Farms Ltd, Dr Emagboron Oginga, urged farmers to feed their birds with high-quality feed rich in essential nutrients to prevent diseases.
Oginga also emphasised the importance of understanding modern techniques and best practices for effective poultry rearing.
He urged farmers to ensure all vaccinations were up to date, train their workers, and consistently maintain accurate records and data.
“Birds are less likely to fall sick or die unnecessarily when the right techniques are applied.
“Proper feeding, access to clean water, and timely healthcare are all essential for running a successful poultry business,” he said.
Other farm managers, including Mrs Seyi Adeleke of Skretting Nigeria, commended the organisers, noting that the forum successfully reached out to small holder farmers.
