Van Raja Murga is a native breed found in tribal areas. Its body is strong, and its meat is tasty and healthy. Poultry farming is now becoming a big source of income for farmers in tribal areas, including Khandwa in Madhya Pradesh. Till now, Kadaknath Murga was called the king of this business. But now a new name is getting popular very fast — Van Raja Murga.
Van Raja Chicken: A Profitable Native Breed
This chicken with a native and wild look not only competes with Kadaknath but also gives farmers good profit if raised properly. Van Raja chicken is a native breed raised in tribal areas. Its body is strong, meat is tasty and full of nutrition.
Research shows that its meat has low fat and high protein. That is why health-conscious people like it. Its color is not fully black like Kadaknath, but its strength, taste, and health value are equal or even better.
Kadaknath chicken already sells at a high price, but the demand for Van Raja is also growing fast. Its special feature is that it is raised in a natural environment, so the meat keeps its original taste. It is mostly raised in tribal areas, but now many farmers are starting it on a commercial level.
Low Cost, High Profit
If farmers raise Van Raja chicken in the right way, it can give high profit at low cost. The market price of one chicken is around ₹700 to ₹1000, same as Kadaknath. It does not need much medicine or chemical feed, so the cost is less. It can also live in open areas and survive even in tough conditions.
Van Raja chicken does not fall sick easily, but its breeding capacity is a little less than Kadaknath. That is why it is not produced on a very large scale yet. But as more farmers get correct information, people are starting to invest in it.
Experts say that in the future, Van Raja chicken farming can become a big source of income in villages. Demand for healthy and organic meat is rising in cities, so its price will stay high. The government is also supporting native breeds, which will help this business.
If farmers raise Van Raja along with Kadaknath, it can become an extra and strong source of income. It is good for health, and its price and demand are growing fast. In the coming time, this native chicken can help farmers become more financially independent.