Poultry sector adds over Rs60.96 billion to Nepal’s economy annually
Summary
Nepal's poultry sector contributes over Rs60.96 billion annually to the economy, with Bagmati Province leading production. The sector supports rural employment and faces challenges like disease and limited insurance.
Key Points
- Nepal's poultry sector adds more than Rs60.96 billion annually to the national economy.
- Bagmati Province leads in poultry production and revenue, accounting for over 93,900 tonnes and Rs21.95 billion respectively.
- The sector employs 63,881 people, with significant female participation at 41.5 percent.
- Challenges include disease-related losses experienced by 51.2 percent of farms and low insurance coverage at 4.1 percent.
