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Indigenous Chicken Breeds: Key to India's Food Security

9/5/2025

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A review highlights the significance of indigenous chicken breeds in India for food security and sustainable agriculture.
Local breeds exhibit genetic diversity, adapting to specific climates and diseases, which boosts resilience.
These breeds lower input costs, supporting rural farmers and decreasing dependence on commercial hybrids.
The authors call for conservation strategies to address genetic erosion from industrialization.
They recommend public awareness initiatives to celebrate the cultural value of local breeds.

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A review highlights the significance of indigenous chicken breeds in India for food security and sustainable agriculture.
Local breeds exhibit genetic diversity, adapting to specific climates and diseases, which boosts resilience.
These breeds lower input costs, supporting rural farmers and decreasing dependence on commercial hybrids.
The authors call for conservation strategies to address genetic erosion from industrialization.
They recommend public awareness initiatives to celebrate the cultural value of local breeds.