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Working Capital Planning for Commercial Poultry Farms
Understanding cash flow cycles, feed purchasing leverage, and working capital requirements for 5,000-bird broiler batches.
Author: Dr. K. Radhakrishnan (Veterinary Consultant)
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Last Reviewed: 2026-06-25
Working Capital Planning for Commercial Poultry Farms
Poultry farming is capital-intensive. Feed represents 70-75% of total recurring production costs, demanding strict working capital management.
Cash Flow Cycle
Typically, a broiler batch takes 40-45 days to mature, plus a 14-day sanitation interval. Therefore, capital is locked for ~60 days.
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