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Summary

Lasso Budi Utomo, a 51-year-old from East Java, shares his journey from fish farming to running a successful poultry farm. Starting with just two chickens in 2017, he expanded his flock to 750 laying hens, managing the farm with his family. Lasso focuses on self-sufficient feed production, including organic supplements like papaya and noni leaves, alongside herbal remedies for better egg quality. His business thrives on local sales, with home deliveries and personalized customer service. Despite challenges like disease, Lasso remains committed to sustainable farming and hopes his success inspires others in his community.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker's name is Lasso Budi Utomo, and he is a 51-year-old egg farmer from Sebatu, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia.
• 😀 Lasso started his egg farming business in late 2017 after switching from fish farming, as fish farming proved less profitable and had slow market demand.
• 😀 He initially began with a small flock of two hens, later gradually expanding by buying more hens from different regions such as Krian and Mojokerto.
• 😀 Lasso introduced a strategy of mixing his own chicken feed from local ingredients like corn, rice bran, and concentrates to reduce costs and improve profitability.
• 😀 He also supplements his chickens' diet with organic feed made from papaya leaves and noni leaves to boost their health and immunity.
• 😀 Every week, Lasso provides his chickens with a natural herbal drink made from turmeric, temulawak, palm sugar, and brown sugar to improve their health and egg quality.
• 😀 The family collaborates daily to clean the chicken coop and maintain hygiene, which includes managing chicken manure by drying it and using it as organic fertilizer for crops.
• 😀 Lasso’s farm currently has 750 chickens and produces about 31-32 kilograms of eggs daily, with each egg weighing approximately 16-17 grams.
• 😀 The farm sells eggs locally, often directly to customers through personal networks or via WhatsApp, ensuring better pricing and higher demand.
• 😀 Lasso faces challenges in maintaining his flock's health, so he works closely with veterinary professionals to prevent disease and ensure the chickens remain healthy and productive.

Q & A

What is the name of the person sharing their experience in the video?

The person is named Lasso Budi Utomo, also known as Alim.

Where is Lasso Budi Utomo from?

He is from Desa Sebatu, Bancang RT 8 RW 1, Kecamatan Tarik, Kabupaten Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia.

How long has Lasso Budi Utomo been involved in the poultry farming business?

He has been involved in poultry farming since the end of 2017.

Why did Lasso switch from fish farming to poultry farming?

Lasso switched from fish farming (catfish) to poultry farming because fish farming was challenging due to expensive feed, slow marketing, and limited consumer interest.

What type of chickens does Lasso farm?

Lasso farms Afroka laying hens (petelur chickens), which are known for their high productivity.

How does Lasso ensure his chickens are well-fed and healthy?

Lasso feeds his chickens a mixture of homemade feed, including corn, concentrate, and bran. He also gives organic feed made from young papaya leaves and mengkudu (noni) leaves, along with herbal drinks made from turmeric and ginger.

How does Lasso manage the cleanliness of his farm?

Lasso and his family clean the chicken coop daily, removing the chicken droppings and disinfecting the area with lime and ash to kill germs and bacteria.

What is the daily egg production on Lasso's farm?

With around 750 chickens, Lasso's farm produces 31-32 kg of eggs daily, with each kilogram containing about 16 eggs.

How does Lasso market and sell his eggs?

Lasso sells his eggs directly to small shops and customers, using personal connections and communication platforms like WhatsApp to coordinate deliveries.

What challenges does Lasso face in his poultry farming business?

Lasso faces challenges such as diseases affecting his chickens. To combat this, he collaborates with local health workers and veterinarians to ensure his chickens stay healthy.