Poultry Production and Its Role in Food Systems

Abstract

The poultry farming is a fast growing livestock industry and it is a significant part of the modern food systems across the globe. Due to its efficiency in production, short growth period, and wide acceptance by the consumers, poultry offers the low-cost and consistent source of animal protein in the form of meat and eggs. This review discusses poultry production in the food system, which provides contribution to food availability, food security, nutrition and economic development. The article talks about various poultry production systems such as the backyard and small-scale poultry production to the intensive commercial poultry production and their contributions to both the local and global food supply chain. Moreover, such important points as poultry value chains, food safety, economic significance, and significant production issues are examined. Future outlooks of enhancing production of poultry to sustain increasing food demand is also discussed in the paper. This review highlights the significance of poultry production in improving the performance of the food system and guaranteeing the availability of safe and healthy food items at all times.