Economics of broiler production in North Eastern Hill Region (NEHR) of India

Abstract

The study analyzed the cost and returns of broiler poultry farming and constraints faced by broiler farmers in North Eastern Hill Region (NEHR) of India. The study was based on primary data collected from 120 broiler farmers in Manipur and Mizoram states in the year 2022-23. The costs and returns were computed based on CACP cost concepts and Garrett’s ranking technique was used to identify the constraints. The study revealed that total cost of broiler production per farm was ₹ 381989 for NEHR and was higher in Manipur than Mizoram. The cost of broiler feed was the major item of variable cost, with a share of 63.72 per cent, 64.49 per cent and 62.18 per cent respectively in NEHR, Manipur and Mizoram. Gross farm income from broiler production in NEHR was ₹ 417626 and net farm income was estimated to be ₹ 50881. Net income was relatively higher in Mizoram (₹ 61079) than Manipur (₹ 40684). The overall benefit-cost ratio was 1:1.14 in the study area. Price fluctuations in the market was the serious problem in the region. On the basis of net farm income, benefit cost ratio, family labour income and farm business income, broiler farming was found to be profitable in NEHR. The study suggests proper vaccination to broiler birds and training on broiler management to broiler farmers to reduce mortality and increase returns.