Discover the Future of Pig Farming at Vision Agribusiness Farm Ltd (VAF)










Vision Agribusiness Farm Ltd (VAF) is set to host a specialized two-day workshop on 21–22 November 2025 focusing on pig nutrition and feeding management. The training will take place at the VAF Head Office in Kageyo, Gicumbi District, and will be facilitated by an international expert from PUM Netherlands, one of VAF’s key development partners.
This workshop aims to strengthen farmers’ capacity to improve productivity, reduce feeding costs, and promote sustainable farming practices. With expert guidance from the PUM specialist, participants will have access to global best practices adapted to local farming realities.
The training will cover four major themes:
Farmers will benefit from hands-on demonstrations, technical explanations, and direct interaction with an international professional experienced in modern swine nutrition.
This initiative is part of VAF’s ongoing collaboration with PUM Netherlands to empower local farmers with advanced knowledge and enhance Rwanda’s pig farming sector.
For inquiries:
📞 +250788590416 / +250788898621
📧 jeaclaudshiri@gmail.com
Even experienced farmers can make small errors that reduce insemination success rates.
Understanding and preventing these mistakes is key to improving results.
1. Poor Hygiene
Failing to clean the vulva before inserting the catheter can introduce bacteria, causing infections
and reduced fertility. Always sanitize hands and equipment.
2. Incorrect Catheter Insertion
Inserting the catheter too shallow or too deep can lead to back flow of semen or damage. Ensure it
locks gently at the cervix before introducing the inner rod.
3. Mishandling Semen
Semen must be stored at the correct temperature (17–18°C) and gently mixed before use. Avoid exposing it to sunlight or shaking it roughly.
4. Wrong Timing
Inseminating too early or too late in the heat cycle greatly affects conception rates. Always perform
the process within 10–15 minutes after heat confirmation.
5. Lack of Records
Failing to track insemination data makes it hard to evaluate success and schedule second
insemination. Recording information helps in herd management and fertility analysis.
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