The County Government of Nakuru, under the leadership of H.E. Governor Susan Kihika, rolled out a poultry empowerment initiative targeting farmer groups and SMART households in Gilgil and Maai Mahiu Wards.

Through this program, ten farmer groups received one-day-old chicks accompanied by essential feed — Chicken Mash and Kienyeji Mash — to support early growth and sustainability.

Additionally, 31 SMART households benefited from the distribution of cockerels and Puneet hens to boost food security, rural income, and community resilience.

The initiative is part of the county’s broader strategy to promote small-scale agribusiness, nutrition security, and job creation. Farmers were encouraged to work closely with extension officers to enhance productivity and reduce mortality rates.