The Effect of Youth-Led Chicken Production on Household Income in Addis Ababa, 2024

Abstract

The research study titled "The Effect of Youth-Led Chicken Production on Household Income in Addis Ababa" aims to examine the intricate relationship between youth-led chicken production and household Income in the urban setting of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study's general objective is to explore how youth-led chicken production influences household Income, with specific objectives focusing on measuring the effect of production scale, evaluating training and education influences, examining market access relationships, determining the effect of financial support, and analyzing the effects of community support and networking dynamics on household Income. The research questions guide the investigation into the scale of production, the influence of training and education, the relationship with market access, the effect of financial support, and the effects of community support on household Income. The research hypotheses are formulated to test the positive effect s of a larger scale of production, increased training and education, greater market access, financial support, and community networking on household Income. The results confirm the hypotheses, showcasing the significant enhancements in household Income due to the positive influences of youth-led chicken production, thus highlighting the potential for economic growth and prosperity in the poultry sector. The conclusion underscores the sector's economic contributions and scaling opportunities, emphasizing the need for evidence-based interventions and strategic investments. The recommendations propose investing in continuous training, facilitating market access, promoting financial assistance programs, and building robust community support networks to empower young poultry farmers and drive economic prosperity in Addis Ababa through sustainable poultry farming practices.