Kadaknath chicken is often consumed by athletes worldwide due to its rich protein content and less fat. Its health benefits are making this chicken variety precious in comparison to normal broiler chicken. In this post, kadaknath murga rate and its egg prices are shared along with farming best practices including shelter and hatching temperature classification.
Kadaknath chicken price per kg in India 2024
Kadaknath murga price is quite high in comparison to broiler hens. You can easily get boiler hens at the price of Rs 120 to Rs 180 and its high price is around Rs 280 to Rs 320. Where the highest price of broiler hen ends the price of kadaknath chicken begins. Kadaknath murga 1 kg price in India starts from Rs 300 and has the highest price Rs 1500 per kg.
The average price of 1 kg chicken is between Rs 350, Rs 500 and Rs 700. During the festive seasons price increases up to Rs 700 per kg in those places where this black meat is available. The price increases more and sells at Rs 1000 to Rs 1500 per kg in the places having unavailability of black hen in the festival seasons. Throughout the year you can get kadaknath chicken at Rs 300 to Rs 500 at any poultry shop that has this breed.
Read this – Kadaknath egg price
How to start kadaknath farming in India
Before starting kadaknath cultivation you should know some basic and important information about farming which are given below.
One year black bird weight
1.5 kg to 2 kg.
Kadaknath lifespan
12 years.
Chicken hatching process
The hatching process depends on birds and the process takes 5 to 7 hours. The hatching process may take 12 to 18 hours or 24 hours as well.
5 factors for successful incubation and hatching
Temperature, humidity, position of eggs, ventilation and turning of eggs.
New born chicks care
Put newly hatched chicks in a clean place only.
The brooding area temperature should be 35°C to 37°C till chicks are feathered completely.
Keep reducing the temperature by 2.5°C every week for the starting 1-month period.
Temperature for successful hatching
- The temperature during embryo growth – Over 24°C.
- Temperature for 1st 18 days – 37.5°C.
- Temperature for the last 3 days – 36.9°C.
- Humidity for 1st 18 days – 55% to 60%.
- Humidity for the hatching period – 65% to 7 %.
- Maintain carbon dioxide – 0.3% to 0.5%.
Poultry farm construction
- 6 to 8 inches of free space for 1 to 10-day-old chicks.
- Shade centre height – 9 to 16 feet.
- Shade side height – 9 to 11 feet.
- Height of the cage – 10 to 16 feet.
- Cement concrete floors can reduce disease.
- The cement floor is easy to clean.
- The shaded area should be free from mosquitoes and flies.
- Shade should be free from rats and other creatures.
- Poultry roof making – Straw, coconut and palm leaves can be used.
- Use 15-inch tall cardboard for the chicks ‘living place.
Kadaknath farming cost
The cost will be nearly Rs 3 lakh for 500 birds + shade. Find the detailed Kadaknath project report now.
Get kadaknath chicken and training at your place
This black hen special breed originated in the Jauba district of Madhya Pradesh. If you are planning to start its cultivation then you can import them from Jauba district at a reasonable price. If it is difficult for you to contact or reach the Jauba region then there is another significant option from where you can easily get kadaknath murga at reasonable prices.
From this, you can get any kind of livestock for cultivation purposes only. I am sorry you will not get one or two quantities for consumption purposes. Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) is well known for providing free or very cheap training to farmers. They also provide various livestock according to your region and choice. If you want to start kadaknath hen farming then I suggest kvk will be the best place for you.
KVKs are available in almost every district of India and you have to visit the kvk centres of your district only. KVK is a government organisation responsible for farmers’ training and help.
Unfortunately, most farmers do not know about these centres and the government is also not advertising the centres effectively. Anyway, let me reveal one more benefit. If you need land on rent then also you can approach KVK centres. For documentation, you need a valid Aadhar card and residential address only. After submitting the photocopy of your documents you can take the services of KVK centres.
FAQ
What is the kadaknath murga rate per kg in India?
Rs 300 to Rs 500 and sometimes Rs 700 and in rare cases it may reach Rs 1000 to Rs 1500 per kg.
Why kadaknath chicken is so expensive?
Due to rich nutrient and protein content and low fats.
What is kadaknath chicken 1 kg price in Tamilnadu?
Rs 300 to Rs 500.
What is the price of a kadaknath egg in India?
Kadaknath chicken egg price is around Rs 14 per piece.
From where I can get kadaknath for cultivation?
Visit krishi vigyan kendra of your region to get kadaknath farming training and its chicks.
What is kadaknath poultry farm cost?
Around Rs 3 lakh.
From where I can get kadaknath murgi to start cultivation?
Visit KVK centres of your district to get training and livestock.
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