Certificate in Urban Poultry: Scaling for Food Businesses

• Unit 1: Introduction to Urban Poultry - Overview of poultry farming in urban areas, benefits, and challenges.
• Unit 2: Breed Selection - Choosing suitable poultry breeds for food business, considering factors like egg production, growth rate, and adaptability.
• Unit 3: Housing and Equipment - Designing and managing poultry housing systems and selecting appropriate equipment for urban environments.
• Unit 4: Feeding and Nutrition - Balancing rations, providing essential nutrients, and reducing production costs while maintaining high-quality poultry products.
• Unit 5: Biosecurity and Health Management - Maintaining optimal bird health, disease prevention, and biosecurity best practices.
• Unit 6: Scaling for Food Businesses - Expansion strategies for food businesses, market analysis, and economic considerations.
• Unit 7: Regulations and Compliance - Understanding and adhering to local regulations, ordinances, and certifications related to urban poultry farming.
• Unit 8: Sales, Marketing, and Branding - Effective marketing, branding, and sales strategies to succeed in the urban food market.
• Unit 9: Financial Management and Business Planning - Financial planning, cost management, and creating sustainable business models for urban poultry food businesses.
• Unit 10: Case Studies and Best Practices - Examining successful urban poultry food businesses, learning from their experiences, and applying best practices.