U.P.'s Poultry Boom: Egg Production to Double by 2026, Per Capita Up 82%
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Why in news
Uttar Pradesh government announced a 100% growth in the poultry sector over the last decade, aiming to double egg production by 2026 through the Kukkut Vikas Niti 2022.
Background
The Uttar Pradesh Poultry Development Policy (Kukkut Vikas Niti 2022) aims to boost rural livelihoods and nutritional security. The state has seen a 100% growth in the poultry sector over the last decade driven by private sector participation and policy reforms.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUttar Pradesh poultry sector growth: 100% over the last decade.
- FactTarget: Double egg production by 2026.
- SchemeKukkut Vikas Niti 2022: Policy for poultry development in Uttar Pradesh.
- FactPer capita egg production increase: 82%.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the promotion of allied agricultural activities like poultry farming can contribute to rural livelihood enhancement and nutritional security in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Nutritional security: Addressing protein deficiency in rural populations through localized poultry production
- Livelihood diversification: Reducing dependence on primary crop cultivation by integrating high-value allied sectors
- Private-Public synergy: Leveraging private investment to scale infrastructure for small-scale poultry farmers
Keywords: Allied Agriculture · Nutritional Security · Rural Livelihoods · Policy Intervention · Self-sufficiency
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