Chickens are a huge source of income & livlihood for many families here in Zambia. Many families have a few just running around the house for eggs and such. So, I decided that I would get some for the kids. I was interested in finding out more about what it takes to keep them, feed them, etc... in hopes that I might be able to use that knowledge to help some pastors, church leaders & or churches in starting viable chicken businesses. Well, let's just say that it didn't go quite as I expected. Both chicks, which I purchased for the equivalent of $1 (50 cents a piece) died within the first 48 hours. What I found out, after the fact, is that you're not supposed to hold them too often whey they are very young. Considering the kids were holding them all day, I don't think their chances for survival were all that great.
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