Bihar Farmer's Native Chicken Model: Less Disease, More Profit

• Mohammad Ishaq Ansari from Manjhi block, Bihar, successfully transitioned from white farm chickens to native breeds.
• He now raises Sonali and FFG-2 native chickens, experiencing less disease and lower feed costs.
• Native chickens forage for food in open fields, reducing expenses on feed and medication.
• Sonali chickens lay more eggs and raise chicks, while FFG-2 chickens gain over 3 kg in 3 months.
• This model allows farmers to earn higher income by selling eggs, chicks, and chickens at premium prices.