The verdict in three sentences
In poultry farming, what isn't measured isn't controlled: feed conversion and mortality make or break your margin. A livestock app (1.5 to 3.5 M FCFA in 2026) tracks flocks, feed, mortality and costs, and reveals your true cost of production per kg. Better flock planning and fast reaction to mortality often mean hundreds of thousands of FCFA recovered per flock.
Notebook vs livestock app
On a broiler, a few extra points of feed conversion multiplied by thousands of birds is margin evaporating.
| Criterion | Paper notebook | Livestock app |
|---|---|---|
| Feed conversion ratio | Estimated | Tracked to the gram |
| Mortality tracking | Delayed | Daily, with alerts |
| Cost of production per kg | Unknown | Calculated per flock |
| Flock planning | Rough | Optimized calendar |
| Feed stock | Frequent shortages | Restock alerts |
| Flock-to-flock comparison | Hard | Automatic |
Costs and indicators 2026
| Item | 2026 estimate (FCFA) | In EUR (rough) |
|---|---|---|
| Flocks + feed + mortality app | 1,500,000 – 2,200,000 | 2,285 – 3,350 |
| Cost-of-production / margin module | + 400,000 – 800,000 | + 610 – 1,220 |
| Flock planning module | + 400,000 – 700,000 | + 610 – 1,070 |
| Full version | 2,800,000 – 3,500,000 | 4,270 – 5,335 |
| Annual maintenance | 250,000 – 600,000 | 380 – 915 |
Feed is often 65 to 75 % of a broiler's cost: that's where tracking pays off most.
Mini case study
Awa raises broilers in flocks of 5,000 birds near Thiès. Without precise tracking, her feed conversion runs around 1.9; the app, by exposing feed waste and tuning the feeding program, brings it to 1.75. On 5,000 birds reaching 2 kg, that's about 1,500 kg of feed saved. At 350 FCFA/kg of feed, that's 525,000 FCFA per flock. With mortality cut from 8 % to 5 %, that's 150 extra birds saved. Over 5 to 6 flocks a year, the 3 M FCFA app is well repaid in the first year.
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FAQ
How much does a livestock management app cost in 2026?
From 1,500,000 to 3,500,000 FCFA depending on modules. Flock + feed + mortality tracking starts around 1.5 M FCFA; add cost of production and flock planning for the full version.
Does the app compute feed conversion automatically?
Yes: from feed distributed and flock weight/count, it computes feed conversion continuously and alerts if it drifts, letting you correct quickly.
Is it suitable for cattle fattening too?
The principle is the same (lots, feed, weight gain, cost per kg) and the app adapts to fattening; we tune the indicators to your type of farming during scoping.
Do you need special equipment?
A simple smartphone is enough for daily entries; a connected scale is a plus but not required to start.
Let's talk about your project. We start from your flocks and feeding program to define the right indicators. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
