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Summary

Vicky Ramadan, founder of Kurawa Farm in Kediri, shares the journey of his successful sheep breeding business. Starting with an initial investment of 50 million IDR, he focuses on modern breeding techniques, including crossbreeding local sheep with textile sheep for better growth. The farm also emphasizes sustainable practices, such as using homemade feed. Vicky's approach supports small-scale farmers, with a focus on affordable prices and accessible learning. Despite early challenges, including health issues with the sheep, Vicky's persistence and collaboration with mentors led to steady success and community support in Kediri's farming environment.

Takeaways

• 😀 Initial capital of 50 million IDR was invested by the speaker's sibling to start the sheep farming business.
• 😀 Kurawa Farm focuses on breeding sheep with a mix of textile breed and local female sheep to produce larger, rounder sheep with better meat quality.
• 😀 The farm started with just 2 sheep and has grown to a population of 70 sheep through breeding and careful management.
• 😀 The farm produces a variety of sheep, including breeding stock and lambs, with a breeding cycle lasting approximately 10 months.
• 😀 Kurawa Farm emphasizes affordable feed strategies, using both dry forage and specially crafted concentrates to optimize sheep growth and health.
• 😀 The business model includes not only breeding but also trading of sheep, with the latter being a faster turnaround process.
• 😀 The speaker actively supports small farmers and aspiring breeders, offering guidance on animal care and feeding techniques.
• 😀 Kurawa Farm’s concentrate feed is homemade, focusing on 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, and 30% fiber to promote optimal growth.
• 😀 Despite initial financial challenges, the farm now sustains itself through efficient feed practices and breeding cycles.
• 😀 The speaker has learned from various mentors in the industry, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge and community support among farmers.
• 😀 The farm aims to teach other novice breeders the risks of using unsafe ingredients like lamtoro leaves, which can cause serious health issues for sheep.

Q & A

What was the initial investment to start the sheep farm?

The initial investment was 50 million IDR, which was covered by the speaker's older sibling who provided the capital to help develop the sheep business.

How did the farm's sheep population grow?

The farm started with just two sheep, and over time, the population grew to 70 sheep, primarily through breeding and expanding the herd.

What makes Kurawa Farm special in terms of pricing and partnerships?

Kurawa Farm stands out by offering competitive pricing and supporting small-scale farmers and breeders, helping them modernize their operations and engage in breeding sheep with high-quality genetics.

What is the breeding approach at Kurawa Farm?

The farm breeds sheep by crossing textile breed rams with local ewes, aiming to produce lambs with large, round bodies, similar to a specific type of sheep known for its robust physical traits.

What type of feed is used at Kurawa Farm?

The farm uses primarily fermented concentrates and local green feed, including dried grass and leaves. Special diets are provided to different groups of sheep, such as lactating ewes and lambs, with specific nutrient needs.

How does Kurawa Farm ensure the quality of its feed?

The farm creates its own concentrate feed, using ingredients like corn, rice bran, and soybeans, and encourages its partners to grow their own feed to reduce costs and avoid using harmful substances.

What challenges did the farm face when it started, and how were they overcome?

In the beginning, the farm faced issues such as stunting, worm infestations, and calcium deficiency in the sheep due to improper feeding practices. With research and consultations, these problems were resolved by improving the quality of the feed and introducing proper animal care techniques.

What types of sheep-related products does Kurawa Farm offer?

Kurawa Farm specializes in selling lambs, including those born from breeding processes. They also offer breeding services to help other farmers improve their herds.

How does Kurawa Farm contribute to the local community?

The farm helps local farmers by providing guidance on sheep breeding and feeding, and by offering a model for modern farming practices. It also maintains a collaborative approach, with farmers supporting one another in the region.

What is the focus of Kurawa Farm's business?

Kurawa Farm's business has two main focuses: breeding and trading sheep. The breeding business involves carefully managed breeding processes, while the trading side focuses on buying and selling sheep quickly in the market.