Small batches of broiler chickens for households and restaurants
Starting costs about 376,000 NGN in Nigeria and 102,000 KES in Kenya. After 12 months, this business can bring in about 376,000 NGN net per month in Nigeria and 50,900 KES in Kenya. The starting money comes back in about 6 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 243 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 376,000 NGN | 376,000 NGN |
| Kenya | 102,000 KES | 50,900 KES |
| India | 53,000 INR | 37,100 INR |
| Philippines | 49,800 PHP | 28,400 PHP |
| South Africa | 16,800 ZAR | 9,310 ZAR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Families and restaurants want fresh chicken they can trust, but local supply is irregular and imported or frozen poultry does not always please them.
The solution
Batches of 100 to 250 chickens raised in 6 to 8 weeks, staggered to have birds every week, sold live or slaughtered according to local rules.
Your customers
Neighbourhood households, restaurants, canteens, caterers and families preparing celebrations.
How you make money
Sale per chicken at €5 to €9 depending on weight, wholesale prices for restaurants and group orders for holidays.
Competition
Large industrial farms, imported frozen poultry, live poultry markets and small family farmers.
Who has an edge
Fresh chicken delivered on a fixed day by a farmer people know, who takes care of hygiene and bird health.
The risks
Diseases that can wipe out a batch, rising feed prices, veterinary and slaughter rules to follow, high mortality at the start.
The first 3 steps
- Take a short training with a farmer or an agricultural service
- Build a well-ventilated coop for a first batch of one hundred chicks
- Take orders from restaurants and neighbours before the batch is ready
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €2,600 − costs €1,600 = €1,000 net per month. Revenue: 400 chickens × €6.50 a month. Costs: chicks, feed, vaccines, litter, electricity, transport, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Small-batch broiler chickens?
About 376,000 NGN (Nigeria), 102,000 KES (Kenya), 53,000 INR (India), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 243 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about 376,000 NGN (Nigeria), 50,900 KES (Kenya), 37,100 INR (India) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 6 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Diseases that can wipe out a batch, rising feed prices, veterinary and slaughter rules to follow, high mortality at the start.
Where do I start?
1. Take a short training with a farmer or an agricultural service 2. Build a well-ventilated coop for a first batch of one hundred chicks 3. Take orders from restaurants and neighbours before the batch is ready
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