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Scientific backyard poultry rearing technology: an approach to awareness and adoption of technology for livelihood development of rural farmers in Sikkim, India

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  • Nath B. G.

    (ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region)

  • Pathak P. K.

    (ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region)

  • Mohanty A. K.

    (ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region)

Abstract

A backyard poultry improvement technology programme based on scientific management practices with high yielding breed of chickens was desired by the rural communities of Sikkim to improve their income. For implementation of this programme, partnership with various line departments and extension agencies were chosen deliberately. Scaling out was realized through participatory approaches, use of trainers from the communities, locally managed feed with diminutive commercial feed, market orientation and credit facilities, collaborating with and influencing Govt and Non Govt Organizations (NGOs). The average profit from improved poultry keeping was US$451.83 per household per annum for a 50 bird enterprise. This programme contributed to increased awareness, development of leadership and entrepreneurial skills, increased status of trainers and investments in other businesses.

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  • Nath B. G. & Pathak P. K. & Mohanty A. K., 2013. "Scientific backyard poultry rearing technology: an approach to awareness and adoption of technology for livelihood development of rural farmers in Sikkim, India," Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, CyberLeninka;Редакция журнала Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, vol. 22(10), pages 38-43.
    • Handle: RePEc:scn:031261:14500196
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