21/01/2026
Pawpaw (Papaya) Leaf
How pawpaw (papaya) leaf can be used as a natural, affordable booster for broiler chicken growth and health.
Key benefits of pawpaw leaf for broilers:
Improved Digestion and Nutrient Absorption: Contains natural enzymes like papain and chymopapain that help break down food faster, leading to better nutrient absorption and less feed waste.
Boosted Immunity: Rich in flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, and saponins, which are natural compounds that strengthen the birds' immune systems.
Faster Weight Gain: Poultry trials have shown that birds supplemented with pawpaw leaf can gain 15% to 20% more weight within 3-4 weeks.
Cost-Effective and Organic: It's a 100% organic, easy-to-make, and affordable solution for poultry farmers.
How to prepare pawpaw leaf:
The video outlines two main preparation methods:
1. Powder Form (for mixing with feed):
Pick healthy green leaves, wash them thoroughly.
Dry them in the shade to preserve nutrients, or use a dehydrator at about 40°C .
Once dry and crispy, grind them into a fine powder.
Store in an airtight container away from sunlight and moisture for up to 2-3 months.
2. Liquid Extract Form (for drinking water):
Wash fresh leaves, crush them by hand until juice is extracted, then filter.
Alternatively, blend washed leaves with a little clean water and then filter.
Store in a glass bottle and refrigerate; use within 24 hours.
Hygiene is crucial to avoid contamination.
Dosage and application:
Powder in feed: Mix 2% pawpaw powder into the daily feed (e.g., 200g of powder for every 10kg of feed), ensuring even distribution.
Liquid in water: Use 0.5% extract in water (e.g., 100ml of extract in 20 liters of water). Serve in clean drinkers and ensure it's consumed within 24 hours; do not reuse leftovers.
Start with small amounts and observe your birds.
The pawpaw leaf is a natural, affordable, scientifically proven, and game-changing solution for broiler farmers, leading to better growth rates, feed efficiency, immunity, and profit margins.