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Chicken Transport Crate in Kenya

Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate is a durable plastic poultry crate designed for transporting chickens and other poultry safely and conveniently. The crate is made from HDPE plastic and features ventilation openings, a secure locking system, ergonomic handles and a stackable design.

The crate measures 96 cm long × 56 cm wide × 27 cm high and is available in yellow.

Current price: KSh 5,500 per chicken transport crate.

Chicken Transport Crate Price in Kenya

The current price of the Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate is KSh 5,500 per crate.

The crate is available for farmers, poultry traders, hatcheries and other poultry businesses in Nairobi and can be delivered to customers across Kenya.

What Is a Chicken Transport Crate?

A chicken transport crate is a ventilated poultry container used to safely hold and transport chickens during movement from one location to another.

Unlike ordinary boxes or improvised containers, a purpose-built poultry transport crate provides ventilation openings, secure containment and handles for easier handling.

The Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate is designed for farmers and poultry businesses that regularly need to move chickens between farms, markets, hatcheries, collection points and other locations.

Chicken Transport Crate Specifications

How Many Chickens Can the Crate Carry?

The Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate can carry up to 50 mature birds, depending on bird size, breed, weather conditions, journey duration and how the birds are loaded.

Farmers also commonly report using the crate for up to about 70 birds at around one month old, when the smaller birds can be accommodated appropriately.

Actual loading numbers should always take into account the size and age of the birds, ventilation, weather and journey conditions. Avoid overcrowding the crate.

Why Choose a Stackable Chicken Transport Crate?

One of the practical advantages of this poultry transport crate is its stackable design.

Multiple crates can be stacked on top of each other, allowing farmers and poultry traders to transport more birds using the available space more efficiently.

The stackable design can also make the crates practical for transport by motorbike or other suitable vehicles, provided the load is securely positioned and transported safely within applicable limits.

Ventilation for Transporting Chickens

Proper ventilation is important when transporting live poultry. The crate has ventilation openings that allow airflow around the birds during transportation.

Farmers should still avoid overcrowding the crate and should consider weather conditions, journey duration and exposure to direct heat when transporting chickens.

Good ventilation and appropriate stocking density can help create better transport conditions for the birds.

Secure Chicken Transport Crate

The crate features a secure locking mechanism designed to help keep the birds contained during transportation.

This makes it suitable for moving chickens between farms, markets, hatcheries, poultry collection points and other locations where secure containment is required.

Easy to Carry and Handle

The chicken transport crate has ergonomic handles that make it easier to lift, move and position the crate.

The handles are useful when loading crates onto vehicles, moving birds around the farm or handling poultry at markets and collection points.

Durable HDPE Chicken Crate

The crate is made from HDPE plastic, providing a durable construction suitable for regular poultry transportation and handling.

The plastic construction also makes the crate easier to clean as part of routine poultry equipment hygiene.

What Can the Chicken Transport Crate Be Used For?

The crate can be used for transporting different poultry groups, including:

• Mature chickens
• Young chickens
• One-month-old chickens
• Broiler chickens
• Layer chickens
• Poultry being moved between farms
• Chickens being taken to market
• Poultry being transported from hatcheries or suppliers

Who Needs a Chicken Transport Crate?

A poultry transport crate is useful for anyone who regularly handles and transports live chickens.

• Poultry farmers
• Chicken traders
• Broiler farmers
• Layer farmers
• Hatcheries
• Poultry suppliers
• Chicken market traders
• Commercial poultry farms
• Small-scale poultry farmers

How to Transport Chickens Using the Crate

Before transportation, ensure that the crate is clean and in good condition.

• Load an appropriate number of birds according to their size and age.
• Avoid overcrowding the crate.
• Ensure the ventilation openings are not blocked.
• Close and secure the locking mechanism properly.
• Position stacked crates securely before transportation.
• Protect birds from excessive heat and direct exposure to harsh weather.
• Check the birds during longer journeys where practical.

When transporting poultry by motorcycle, ensure the crates are securely positioned and that the total load is safe and within applicable transport requirements.

How to Clean a Chicken Transport Crate

Regular cleaning helps maintain poultry hygiene and keeps the crate ready for future use.

• Remove feathers, manure and other debris after use.
• Wash the crate with appropriate cleaning equipment.
• Clean the ventilation openings.
• Clean the handles and locking areas.
• Allow the crate to dry properly before storing or reusing it.
• Inspect the crate regularly for damage.

Chicken Transport Crate vs Improvised Boxes

Improvised boxes and containers may not provide the ventilation, secure containment and handling features required when transporting live chickens.

A purpose-built chicken transport crate provides ventilation openings, secure locking, ergonomic handles and stackable construction in one reusable poultry transport solution.

For farmers who regularly transport chickens, a reusable transport crate can provide a more practical alternative to improvised containers.

Where to Buy Chicken Transport Crates in Kenya

You can buy a chicken transport crate in Kenya from Mkulima Jovial.

The crate is available at KSh 5,500 and can be collected from the Mkulima Jovial shop in Nairobi CBD or ordered for delivery to other parts of Kenya.

Mkulima Jovial Shop:
Mfangano Trade Centre Building
3rd Floor, Shop No. T2A
Mfangano Street
Nairobi CBD, Kenya

Countrywide delivery is available across Kenya.

Chicken Transport Crate Price in Nairobi

The current price of the Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate is KSh 5,500.

Customers in Nairobi can visit the Mkulima Jovial shop in Nairobi CBD. Customers outside Nairobi can arrange parcel delivery across Kenya.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Transport Crates

How much is a chicken transport crate in Kenya?

The Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate currently costs KSh 5,500 per crate.

How many chickens can a transport crate carry?

The crate can carry up to 50 mature birds. Farmers also commonly report using it for up to about 70 birds at around one month old, depending on bird size and transport conditions.

What are the dimensions of the chicken transport crate?

The crate measures 96 cm long × 56 cm wide × 27 cm high.

What is the chicken transport crate made of?

The crate is made from HDPE plastic, providing a durable and reusable container for poultry transportation.

What colour is the chicken transport crate?

The Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate is currently available in yellow.

Does the chicken transport crate have ventilation?

Yes. The crate has ventilation openings that allow airflow around the birds during transportation.

Can chicken transport crates be stacked?

Yes. The crate has a stackable design, allowing multiple crates to be stacked for more efficient storage and transportation.

Can I transport chicken crates using a motorbike?

Yes. The stackable design can make the crates practical for transport by motorbike when the crates are securely positioned and the load is transported safely within applicable limits.

Can the crate carry 70 one-month-old chickens?

Farmers commonly report using the crate for up to about 70 birds at around one month old. The appropriate number depends on bird size, weather, ventilation and journey conditions. Avoid overcrowding.

Can the crate carry mature chickens?

Yes. The stated capacity is up to 50 mature birds, subject to bird size and transport conditions.

Is the chicken transport crate easy to clean?

Yes. The HDPE plastic construction makes the crate suitable for routine washing and cleaning after transporting poultry.

Does the chicken transport crate have a locking mechanism?

Yes. The crate has a secure locking mechanism designed to help keep chickens contained during transportation.

Does the crate have handles?

Yes. It has ergonomic handles to make lifting and handling easier.

Where can I buy chicken transport crates in Nairobi?

You can buy the Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate from the Mkulima Jovial shop in Nairobi CBD.

Does Mkulima Jovial deliver chicken transport crates outside Nairobi?

Yes. Mkulima Jovial offers countrywide delivery across Kenya. Parcel orders are processed after payment.

What are the terms of payment?

Pay on delivery is acceptable within Nairobi through Mkulima Jovial rider services. For all orders sent by parcel or courier outside Nairobi, payment must be made in advance to the Mkulima Jovial M-Pesa Till Number before the order is processed.

Where do I pay?

Make payment via M-Pesa using the Buy Goods option to Mkulima Jovial Till Number 3183723.

After making payment, send the M-Pesa payment screenshot to WhatsApp 0795485349 or forward the M-Pesa confirmation SMS so that your order can be processed.

What if I pay and don’t receive my parcel?

If you pay for an order and do not receive your parcel, contact Mkulima Jovial immediately on 0795485349. We will verify your order, confirm the dispatch and courier details, and follow up on the shipment to help resolve the delivery issue.

Order a Chicken Transport Crate

Looking for a chicken transport crate in Kenya for your poultry farm, chicken business or poultry transportation needs?

The Mkulima Jovial Chicken Transport Crate measures 96 × 56 × 27 cm, is made from HDPE plastic, has ventilation openings, a secure locking mechanism, ergonomic handles and a stackable design.

Capacity: up to 50 mature birds.

Farmers commonly report using the crate for up to about 70 birds at around one month old, depending on bird size and transport conditions.

Price: KSh 5,500 per crate.

For Farming Equipments, Call/WhatsApp 0795485349.

Countrywide delivery available across Kenya.

Mkulima Jovial — Practical Farming Equipment for Kenyan Farmers.