New research suggests genetic diversity is key to the sustainability of local chicken farming in Africa
(WorldNews Environment)

Published: 15 Oct 2018 | Last Updated: 15 Oct 2018 15:05:35 The results of a collaborative new study suggest that a more localised and flexible approach could boost the productivity of small-scale chicken farms in Africa. The study also reveals that village chicken populations in Ethiopia are genetically diverse and adapted to their local cultural, physical and social environments. The research recommends that development interventions, including breeding programmes, should consider this diversity, as well as be designed and tailored to the local needs of the village populations. There is an active interest in breeding improved chicken populations that are resilient. This is because the...