19/03/2020
As pigeons are a very popular domestic bird, pigeon farming business is very interesting and profitable. Also, they are considered as the symbol of peace and many people who have facilities, love to raise some pigeon in their home. It does not only require less labor but needs a low investment. Moreover, you also have the option to raise and take care of them during your leisure time.
Because the meat of baby pigeon (squab) is very tasty, nutritious and restorative, squabs also have huge demand and price in the market. Besides, when you’re in pigeon farming it can be a great source of some extra income and entertainment. But, if you follow the modern methods while raising pigeons then you’ll get more profit than the traditional way.
Advantages of Pigeon Farming Business in Bangladesh
Although pigeon farming business has some great benefits you should use modern rearing techniques and take good care of your birds to be successful in this business. Here are some of the main and notable advantages of this business:
Pigeons are domestic birds, it’s very easy to handle them.
They start laying eggs from their six months of age.
You can use the home yard and roof of the house to raise pigeons.
It needs about 18 days to hatch the eggs.
Squabs are ready to consume within 4 weeks.
Pigeon house needs a small place and little investment.
Their foods are low cost and also they collect food for themselves.
There are great demands and value in the market as their meat is very tasty and nutritious.
It needs small capital but provides a maximum profit.
Comparatively fewer diseases are in pigeons.
Their feathers are used to make different types of toys.
They help to keep the environment safe by eating different types of insects.