Germany's EW Group to Invest Rs 200 Cr in India's Poultry Sector

• Germany-based agribusiness firm EW Group plans to invest Rs 200 crore in India's poultry sector over the next three years.
• The investment will be made through its newly incorporated subsidiary Lohmann Layers India.
• EW Group established Lohmann Layers India by acquiring JK Breeders Pvt Ltd, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Indian farmers.
• Lohmann Layers India aims to manage commercial distribution of day-old chicks and establish breeding capacity for 30 million day-old chicks.
• The company targets 20% of the layered chick replacement market, competing with major Indian players like Venky's, Skylark, and Hyline.