The Small-Scale Poultry Flock

The Small-Scale Poultry Flock, Revised Edition by Harvey Ussery is a detailed, practical, and highly respected guide for anyone serious about raising chickens and other poultry using natural, sustainable methods.

Whether you are a beginner farmer or an experienced small-scale poultry keeper in Kenya, this book provides a complete system for building a healthy, productive, and profitable flock without relying heavily on commercial feeds or chemicals.

Ussery combines decades of hands-on farming experience with proven techniques in breeding, feeding, housing, and disease prevention.

He emphasizes working with nature rather than against it, teaching farmers how to improve flock health, reduce costs, and maximize egg and meat production organically.

In the Kenyan context where poultry farming is one of the most accessible agribusiness opportunities, this book becomes a powerful resource for youth, small-scale farmers, and entrepreneurs looking to build income streams from chicken farming.

Whether for home consumption or commercial supply, it equips you with the knowledge to run a sustainable and efficient poultry operation.