The Livestock and Dairy Development Department has completed construction of eight out of 14 poultry farms in the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to help address shortage of broiler meat in the region, where nearly 95 percent of white meat demand is currently met through supplies from other parts of the country. “These farms have been established under the Integrated Livestock Development Project (AIP) titled ‘Introduction of Semi-Environmentally Controlled Poultry Housing System and Revitalization of Existing Farms in Merged Areas’,” said Dr. Kamran, Senior Veterinary Officer, Livestock Department KP. Talking to APP, Dr. Kamran said the Integrated Livestock Development Programme in the merged districts aim to uplift rural livelihoods by promoting poultry farming, improving animal health services, and enhancing silage production for poverty reduction. Under the project, poultry farms are being established in Khyber, Bajaur, Mohmand, and North Waziristan districts on a cost-sharing basis, with investments ranging from Rs. 10 to 15 million by landowners and Rs. 18 to 24 million by the Livestock Department, depending on the size and location of the farms.
Farms set up to uplift rural livelihood
Published on: May 10, 2026 2:02 AM