Flurry balls, cute and charming. Rabbit farming must be one of the most enjoyable professions among the rustic.
Rabbits are reared commercially for two mains reasons, as meat and as pets.
They have been historically a part of animal husbandry for many reasons.
They are small animals and require less space. You can easily raise rabbits in your farm, backyard, terrace and even at home.
As the climate and temperature suits them well, rabbit farming requires very little maintenance. Except hygiene and cleanliness are the biggest concerns.
Required capital/investment for starting rabbit farming business is very low. You can start with a very little investment.
Rabbits grow rapidly and gain maturity very fast like broiler chickens. They become suitable for slaughtering purpose within 4 to 5 months.
Rabbit meat usually fetches INR 1200 per unit.
Rabbit meat is lower in cholesterol and fat and higher in protein. All aged and all types of people can easily consume and digest rabbit meat.
Some species suitable for farming in India include White Giant, Grey Giant, Flemish Giant, Newzealand White, Newzealand Red, Californian, Duch and Siviet Chinchilla
Rabbits are also reared for their wool. The best quality wool is acquired from Angora rabbits. Rabbit wool is finest and warmest among other animals.
Rudra Agro, Nithik Farm, Ved Agro are some established names in rabbit farming in India.
A major concern for rabbit farming in India is the marketing and supply chain management. But as it is a good supplement for protein and the management expense is minimal, there is lot of scope in the future.
