The Bình Lục Thượng area (An Sinh commune) lies along rivers and lakes, not far from the national highway, yet quite separated from residential areas. After many years of experience in service industries, Mr. Đặng Đình Ninh (An Sinh ward) chose this place to develop a livestock farming model and gradually build a stable source of income.
AFTER TRYING MANY TYPES OF LIVESTOCK, HE CHOSE RI MÍA CHICKENS AS THE MOST EFFECTIVE
On nearly 5 hectares of pond-and-field land, since his youth Mr. Ninh has tried raising many types of livestock such as fish, shrimp, goats, pigs, and waterfowl. However, in his assessment, the ri mía chicken breed is currently the most economically effective livestock model he has ever implemented.
Mr. Ninh chose Sơn Tây ri mía chickens because of their firm, sweet, low-fat meat. In addition, this breed has good resistance, a high survival rate (up to 95%), and is less prone to common diseases, helping save on veterinary costs. The hens lay eggs fairly regularly, averaging 100–120 eggs per year.
KEY FACTORS IN LIVESTOCK FARMING: HOUSING, NUTRITION, AND DISEASE PREVENTION
According to Mr. Ninh, to raise chickens effectively, special attention must be paid to three factors: housing construction, nutrition, and disease prevention.
At the farm, the coop system is designed to be airy, ensuring light and air circulation to create a suitable living environment for the flock. As for feed, he prioritizes natural sources such as corn, rice, green vegetables, and bran; he also supplements protein from worms and insects so the chickens can develop well. The flock is free-ranged over a large area, following the natural ponds and lakes, with clean water always available and changed regularly.
In particular, Mr. Ninh strictly follows the full vaccination schedule for the chickens and considers this an important factor in protecting the flock. In his analysis, ri mía chickens naturally have strong antibodies; from birth they are vaccinated, so their ability to adapt to weather conditions and disease pathogens is much better than many other chicken breeds. Thanks to low investment costs and relatively simple raising techniques, ri mía chickens have become a suitable choice for households and small farms.
ROTATIONAL RAISING, 30,000 BIRDS PER YEAR, AND STABLE OUTPUT
Currently, Mr. Ninh maintains an average flock of about 30,000 birds per year. With rotational raising, he sells 5–6 batches annually. The current selling price of ri mía chickens is 80,000–90,000 VND/kg; average profit is 15,000–20,000 VND per bird.
He said that thanks to good breeds combined with free-range methods, the flock mainly eats natural feed, so the meat is fragrant and sweet. While “standing-raised” chickens (kept confined in coops) sometimes depend on the market and are difficult to sell, the farm’s ri mía chickens are always in a state where demand exceeds supply. Many restaurants and eateries place advance orders and have become regular customers.
In addition to the main income from batch sales of commercial meat chickens, Mr. Ninh also earns a small but steady amount every day from chicken eggs. This income helps cover the costs of vegetables, bran, livestock supplies, and daily living expenses, while the larger share of profit is used for reinvestment and expanding production.
PLAN TO EXPAND SCALE AND MODERNIZE THE COOP SYSTEM
In the coming time, Mr. Ninh is gradually carrying out procedures to convert part of his agricultural land for construction in accordance with state regulations. The goal is to renovate and upgrade the coop system in a more modern direction, increasing the total flock size to meet market demand.
Việt Hoa
Source: baoquangninh.vn
