Comprehensive Analysis of Livestock and Poultry Profitability in Southern India: 25112
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https://doi.org/10.35716/IJED-25112
Author: Harini P., Rohini A., Selvanayaki S., Prahadeeswaran M., Pangayar Selvi R. and Shokila C.
Author Address: Department of Agricultural Economics, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003 (Tamil Nadu)
Abstract
This study
evaluated the economic returns from livestock and poultry production in Andhra
Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, focusing on buffalo, goat,
sheep, and poultry enterprises. A comprehensive cost-return analysis revealed
that buffalo milk production was more profitable in Andhra Pradesh than in
Telangana due to higher yields and better prices. Goat rearing in Tamil Nadu
generated greater returns than in Karnataka, mainly because of lower feed costs.
Sheep farming in Karnataka recorded significantly higher profitability,
supported by 35-40 per cent higher kid prices. Poultry farming showed
consistent economic resilience across all states. Economic factors were most
influential in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, while animal health
and management were critical in Karnataka. Major constraints included high
disease incidence and inadequate product prices.
Keywords
Cost and returns, livestock rearing, milk production, poultry,
profitability.
JEL Codes
D24, Q12, Q13, Q14, Q16, Q18.