Poultry production in Ethiopia is an example of projects
that are undertaken by entrepreneurs who reside in villages across the country.
There are several different models for breeding schemes that can be used by
businesspeople in this sector. In order to decide which system would be best in
this part of Africa , surveys were done prior
to the implementation of the project.
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Poultry farming is a major source of income for both large
and small enterprises across the world. In several countries, chicken is a
major source of protein. Even people who eat very little animal protein at
dinner may consume eggs, which are far cheaper and supply folic acid and other
nutrients.
Farmers in this sector find that it is relatively easy to
raise hens and roosters. Once they have the space to build a coop, their other
concerns are ensuring that the animals are well fed and kept free of disease.
Infections spread rapidly among animals that are in relatively close contact
with each other and an aspiring business woman can lose her whole investment if
the chickens get sick.
Poultry production in Ethiopia is usually undertaken by
people who cannot make a long term investment in the land they live on, since
they don’t own it. These farmers are often female. They may also lack the
resources to invest in more expensive cows, goats or pigs. The chickens are fed
and are also allowed to scavenge, or live under free range conditions.
Source: International Livestock Research Institute,
“Reducing the Impact of Infectious Diseases on Village Poultry Production in Ethiopia
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