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Start Kadaknath Poultry Farming: Low Investment and High Profits Explained
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News18•12-10-2026, 19:48
Start Kadaknath Poultry Farming: Low Investment and High Profits Explained
- •Kadaknath poultry farming is a profitable small-scale business option known for its black chicken meat and high market demand.
- •Dr. Omkar Singh from Krishi Vigyan Kendra Firozabad advises taking proper training and arranging right space, food, and water before starting.
- •Chicks cost around 20 to 25 rupees each, with initial setup costs varying based on the number of chicks and facilities like tin sheds.
- •Kadaknath chickens take 5 to 6 months to mature, enabling dual income streams from selling eggs and meat priced up to 1000 rupees per kilogram.
- •New entrepreneurs should start on a smaller scale, maintain a balanced male-female ratio, and understand local market demand before expanding.
Key Questions Answered
Starting a small-scale Kadaknath poultry business costs approximately 60,000 rupees. This initial budget roughly includes 25,000 rupees for the chicks, 20,000 rupees to build a tin shed, and 15,000 rupees for essential food, water, and care necessities.
Kadaknath chicken meat typically sells in the market for around 800 to 1,000 rupees per kilogram. Meanwhile, individual eggs can be sold for approximately 25 to 30 rupees depending on the local market and customer demand.
Raising a larger flock of about 1,000 chicks requires roughly 2,000 square feet of space featuring proper ventilation, cleanliness, and water arrangements. It takes about 5 to 6 months for the chickens to mature and begin egg production.
