IMMERSION IN THE MANUFACTURE AND USE OF PELLETED FEED FOR RABBIT FARMING IN BENIN (STANDARD)

AgritourismCotonou- Glo-Ouidah-Aplahoué, BeninRural immersion & farm life

The experience

Practical rabbit farming immersion in Benin

Why come

  • Learn how rabbit feed pellets are manufactured
  • Discover a modern rabbit feed pellet production facility
  • Explore different rabbit farming models
  • Understand how a profitable rabbit farm is organized and managed
  • Observe professional rabbit management techniques
  • Learn how locally produced animal feed is made
  • Meet experienced rabbit farmers
  • Discover the equipment used in professional rabbit farming operations

What you’ll do

Alongside the producers, depending on the season and the farm’s rhythm.

  • Immersion in modern rabbit farms
  • Technical training in animal feeding and nutrition
  • Rencontres professionnelles et apprentissage pratique

Bookable activities

Agritourism

5 joursUp to 10 participants

Discover the fundamentals of rabbit farming through a complete immersion experience

Price per participant

F CFA 1,374,230

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Discover the fundamentals of rabbit farming through a comprehensive immersion in several leading agricultural farms in Benin. This program allows you to observe farms of different sizes, understand the management methods of a high-performing rabbit production unit, and acquire practical skills that can be directly applied to your own operation.

Throughout the program, you will learn breeding stock management techniques, pellet manufacturing at one of the largest feed pellet production plants in West Africa to better understand the entire production value chain, local feed formulation, animal health management, growth monitoring, and best practices for sustainably improving productivity.

This immersion is designed for livestock farmers, future investors, students, agricultural technicians, Ministry officials, cooperatives, and anyone wishing to develop a modern, profitable, and sustainable rabbit farming business.

Day 0 : Arrival in Cotonou

Personalized welcome at Cotonou International Airport by the Kiblistours team. Transfer to your hotel, check-in, and time to relax. At the end of the day, presentation of the program, introduction to your tour guide, and a briefing on the technical immersion experience.

Included Today
Airport-Hotel Transfer
Tour Guide
Accommodation in Cotonou
Dinner
Souvenir Photo
Travel Assistance Insurance
Day 1 : Cotonou-Glo

After breakfast, departure for Glo to begin your immersion in a medium-sized rabbit farm.

Activities

Complete tour of a medium-sized rabbit farm.

Presentation of the farm's organization.

Discovery of the rabbit housing facilities.

Breeding stock management.

Feeding techniques.

Animal health monitoring.

Biosecurity measures.

Discussions with the farm manager.

Why this visit ?

This first immersion provides an opportunity to discover the day-to-day operation of a well-organized rabbit farm. Discussions with professionals offer valuable insight into field realities and the best practices used to ensure efficient production.

Overnight in Glo.

Included Today
Transportation
Local Guide
Tour Guide
Farm Visit Fees
Accommodation in Glo
Refreshments
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Scheduled Activities
Souvenir Photos
Travel Assistance Insurance
Day 2 : Glo-Aplahoué

The day begins with a deeper exploration of the knowledge acquired before continuing to Aplahoué, a region renowned for its dynamic agricultural sector.

Activities

Demonstration of local feed production.

Identification of locally available raw materials.

Feed formulation techniques.

Discovery of other agricultural productions.

Discussions with local farmers.

Check-in in Aplahoué.

Why this visit ?

Feed represents a significant share of production costs. This day provides participants with the fundamentals of feed formulation to improve farm profitability while making the best use of locally available resources.

Overnight in Aplahoué.

Included Today
Transportation
Local Guide
Tour Guide
Farm Visit Fees
Accommodation in Aplahoué
Refreshments
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Scheduled Activities
Souvenir Photos
Travel Assistance Insurance
Day 3 : Immersion in a Large-Scale Rabbit Farm

This day is dedicated to discovering a large-capacity commercial rabbit farming operation.

Activities

Complete farm tour.

Technical organization of the farm.

Breeding stock management.

Animal health monitoring.

Performance improvement techniques.

Reproductive management optimization.

Feed inventory management.

Discussions with the technical management team.

Why this visit ?

This immersion allows participants to observe the operation of a high-performing commercial rabbit farm. They will discover the techniques used to improve productivity while ensuring high standards of animal welfare.

Overnight in Aplahoué.

Included Today
Transportation
Local Guide
Tour Guide
Farm Visit Fees
Accommodation in Aplahoué
Refreshments
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Scheduled Activities
Souvenir Photos
Travel Assistance Insurance
Day 4 : Animal Feed Manufacturing Industry

The final technical day is dedicated to discovering the industrial production of rabbit feed.

Activities

Visit to a feed pellet manufacturing plant.

Discovery of grinding equipment.

Presentation of the feed manufacturing process.

Feed quality control procedures.

Question-and-answer session with the technical team.

Return to Cotonou.

Why this visit ?

High-quality feed is one of the key factors in successful rabbit farming. This visit provides a comprehensive understanding of the entire feed production process and the factors that influence feed quality and performance.

Overnight in Cotonou.

Included Today
Transportation
Local Guide
Tour Guide
Visit Fees
Accommodation in Cotonou
Refreshments
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Scheduled Activities
Souvenir Photos
Travel Assistance Insurance
Day 5 : Discovering Cotonou

To conclude this agricultural immersion, enjoy a day dedicated to discovering the main tourist attractions of Benin's economic capital.

Activities

Visit to Dantokpa Market.

Scenic drive along the Route des Pêches (Fishermen's Route).

Discovery of Beninese handicrafts.

Visit to Amazon Square.

Free time for souvenir shopping.

Why this visit ?

Because a trip to Benin is about much more than agriculture. This final day offers the opportunity to discover the country's cultural heritage, history, and local craftsmanship before your departure.

Overnight in Cotonou.

Included Today
Transportation
Local Guide
Tour Guide
Visit Fees
Accommodation in Cotonou
Refreshments
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Scheduled Activities
Souvenir Photos
Travel Assistance Insurance

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