Production

Raising healthy chickens through modern farming.

Summit Poultry operates integrated broiler chicken farms designed to produce healthy, high-quality chickens efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Every stage follows strict biosecurity, animal welfare, and quality management standards.

Farm capacity

A large commercial broiler operation

Summit Poultry farm has 10 broiler houses, each with a capacity of 50,000 birds — producing 500,000 broiler chickens per cycle to supply slaughterhouses, food processors, wholesalers, supermarkets, and export markets.

Aerial view of Summit Poultry broiler farm with mountain backdrop
Broiler houses
10
Birds per house
50,000
Birds per cycle
500,000
Days grow-out
35–42
Aerial view of ten broiler houses in parallel rows

Typical farm layout

Every Summit Poultry site is planned around biosecurity, workflow, and welfare — with dedicated infrastructure supporting each stage of the production cycle.

  • 10 environmentally controlled broiler houses
  • Central feed storage silos
  • Feed mill (optional)
  • Water reservoir and pumping station
  • Generator and electrical substation
  • Administration offices
  • Staff facilities and changing rooms
  • Veterinary and biosecurity building
  • Equipment maintenance workshop
  • Security gate and perimeter fencing
  • Truck loading and unloading area
  • Waste management and mortality disposal facility
Feed silos alongside broiler houses
Interior of a broiler house filled with chicks

Typical house specifications

Every house is engineered for consistent bird performance — combining scale with precise environmental control.

Capacity
50,000 birds
Length
150–180 metres
Width
18–20 metres
Floor area
2,700–3,600 m²

On-board systems

  • Automated feeding system
  • Nipple drinking system
  • Tunnel ventilation
  • Cooling pads
  • LED lighting
  • Climate control
  • Computerized monitoring system
Tunnel ventilation fans inside a modern broiler house
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Total birds per cycle

500,000 broiler chickens raised across 10 environmentally controlled houses.

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Grow-out period

Broilers typically reach commercial weight in 35–42 days per cycle.

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Annual production

Annual output depends on turnaround time, cleaning, downtime between flocks, and management practices.

Our broiler farming operations

From day-old chick to finished bird, every cycle follows a structured production programme designed for health, welfare, and consistent quality. By the end of the cycle, broilers typically reach commercial processing weight in 42 days.

Interior of a modern Summit Poultry broiler house
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Chick Procurement

Production begins with healthy, vaccinated day-old broiler chicks from approved commercial hatcheries.

  • Houses thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before placement
  • Heating, ventilation, feeding, and watering systems tested
  • Bedding material prepared
  • Biosecurity measures implemented
Chick Procurement
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Brooding (0–14 Days)

The first two weeks are the most important stage of production — focused on strong early growth and low mortality.

  • Carefully controlled temperatures
  • Continuous access to clean drinking water
  • High-quality starter feed
  • Proper lighting programmes
  • Close health monitoring by trained farm personnel
Brooding (0–14 Days)
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Growing Phase (15–28 Days)

Birds move onto the grower programme with environmental conditions adjusted for comfort and growth.

  • Daily health inspections
  • Feed and water management
  • Ventilation and litter management
  • Vaccination and disease prevention
  • Monitoring bird weight and feed conversion
Growing Phase (15–28 Days)
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Finishing Phase (29–42 Days)

During the final stage, broilers reach commercial processing weight under strict welfare and biosecurity oversight.

  • Balanced finisher feed
  • Continuous welfare monitoring
  • Biosecurity compliance
  • Maintaining optimal house conditions
  • Preparing birds for processing
Finishing Phase (29–42 Days)

Poultry housing

Our modern poultry houses are designed to provide an ideal environment for healthy growth — improving productivity while supporting bird welfare.

  • Climate-controlled ventilation systems
  • Automated feeding systems
  • Automatic drinking lines
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Energy-efficient lighting
  • Comfortable stocking densities
  • Backup power systems
Healthy broiler flock at Summit Poultry

Nutrition management

Birds receive specially formulated diets across each growth stage — promoting rapid, healthy growth, strong immunity, efficient feed conversion, and high-quality meat.

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Starter Feed

Formulated for the brooding phase — supports rapid early growth and immunity.

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Grower Feed

Balanced energy and protein to drive frame development and feed conversion.

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Finisher Feed

Optimised for finishing weight and high-quality meat production.

Animal health & biosecurity

Protecting flock health is one of our highest priorities. Our biosecurity programme helps prevent disease outbreaks and maintain healthy flocks.

  • Restricted farm access
  • Vehicle and equipment disinfection
  • Protective clothing for employees and visitors
  • Routine veterinary inspections
  • Vaccination programmes
  • Disease surveillance and monitoring
  • Pest and rodent control

Processing and distribution

Once birds reach the required market weight, they are transported under controlled conditions to approved processing facilities. Strict quality assurance procedures ensure food safety and product consistency.

  • Retail supermarkets
  • Wholesalers
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels
  • Food manufacturers
  • Export markets (where applicable)

Sustainability in operations

  • Conserving water through efficient systems
  • Managing waste responsibly
  • Improving energy efficiency
  • Supporting responsible animal welfare
  • Reducing environmental impact
  • Promoting sustainable agricultural development

Operational excellence

  • Modern farming technology
  • Experienced poultry professionals
  • Strict quality management systems
  • Continuous staff training
  • Efficient production planning
  • Sustainable farming practices

Delivering quality every day

Through professional management, modern infrastructure, and a commitment to excellence, Summit Poultry produces safe, nutritious, and high-quality broiler chickens while creating employment, supporting food security, and generating long-term value for shareholders.

Summit Poultry — Raising Healthy Chickens. Feeding Communities. Growing Sustainable Value.