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8 factors that determine the cost to start a poultry farming business

Poultry farming is a business that gives enough meat and eggs for daily consumption. It entails raising varied domestic birds like ducks, turkey, geese, chicken, etc. It is one of the most lucrative business endeavours to pursue. It does not require huge capital to start, and you can easily kick off your poultry farm at the comfort of your home. Here are the factors that determine the cost to start a poultry farm: 1. Land First, you would need to purchase a good plot of land that would be suitable for farming. Farm lands are usually cheaper than lands in residential areas, so you may be lucky to get a very sizable plot at a very good price. 2. Construction costs The next stage after purchase of land is construction. You would have to build a cage to keep the birds in. There are different types of cages and with varying cost implications. When you have decided on the most suitable one for you, then you can call in experts to give you a quote. You may also need to construct