Economic aspects for establishing layer poultry farm in eastern Uttar Pradesh

The establishment cost of layer was 65.35 per cent, which was more than half of the total cost. It indicated that the cost of buildings and infra-structures development was more expensive in comparison to other expenses occurred. Feeding expenses on chicks was second largest cost. The gross return obtained about 39.42 per cent per annum in first year. The total working capital was required 17.77 per cent. The production cost per egg was Rs. 0.57, which is almost same to break- even point and cost benefit ratio was 1:1.37. This study revealed that layer poultry farm may be established by poor entrepreneurs also, if they have own land and buildings. There is tremendous scope for the establishing a layer farm due to demand of egg increasing day by day. It may be good supplementary enterprise for the generation of income and employment with the farming enterprise. The outlay for layering of eggs varied from place to place and season to season, hence cost is never valid at any time. This is a legalistic guidance for the farmers, extension workers and those seeking an opportunity for self employment.