Nepal's Poultry Sector Transforms into Major Economic Force, Survey Reveals
Summary
Nepal's poultry farming has transformed into a major commercial sector across 75 districts, generating nearly NPR 87 billion annually and providing employment to over 63,000 people, including many women and educated youth.
Key Points
- Nepal's poultry farming has expanded to 75 out of 77 districts, generating over NPR 86 billion annually in economic transactions.
- The sector provides direct employment to 63,881 individuals, with 81% engaged in self-employment or family labor.
- Women own 20.5% of commercial poultry farms, and educated youth increasingly participate, using modern technology and methods.
- Challenges include disease outbreaks affecting over 51% of farms, poor insurance coverage, capital shortages, and market issues like price fluctuations and middlemen.
