From Cab Driver to Poultry Farmer with 3000 Country Chickens!

If you are planning to setup a poultry farming (country chicken farming), you got to read this post. I recently came across an interesting video on YouTube about a car driver who turned into a successful country chicken (Nati Koli) farmer. His story is not just inspiring, but it also carries a lot of practical lessons for anyone who dreams of starting poultry farming in India.

(Credit: Boss Walla Farming (Kannada) – this story is inspired by their video. I’ve added my own analysis and insights for you.)

Country Chicken Farming in just 10 Guntas

On his small piece of land—just 10 guntas—this farmer manages around 3,000 country chickens. He started with day-old chicks, which required a lot of care. For the first 21 days, he kept them in a brooder with lighting and warmth at around 90°F, feeding them three times daily with broken corn, ragi, and rice.

After three weeks, he shifted them to free-range farming—letting them roam outside during the day and returning to the shed at night.

One of his most innovative ideas was to install slanting wooden poles inside the shed. These let the chickens jump and perch, which freed up space and kept them more active. He explained that chickens should start jumping early in life—it keeps them stronger and healthier (it helps them to lay eggs). A simple, low-cost hack with a big impact.

The shed itself is 100 by 20 feet, built just three months ago. The farmer is confident—once his chickens mature, he expects around 2,000 eggs per day.

Reality Check on Egg Production

Now, let’s be honest here. As inspiring as his story is, we need to look at the real numbers.

• A desi Nati Koli usually lays 60–120 eggs per year.  
• An improved desi breed (like Giriraja, Vanaraja, or Gramapriya) can lay 150–200 eggs per year.

👉 With 3,000 chickens, the realistic egg output will be:

• 250–300 eggs/day (if they are pure Nati Koli).
• 1,000–1,500 eggs/day (if they are improved breeds).

So, while 2,000 eggs per day may be a stretch, even at 1,000 eggs/day at ₹10 per egg, that’s ₹10,000/day = ₹3 lakh per month gross income. Add meat sales, and it’s still a highly profitable model.

The key takeaway for us: always calculate based on realistic numbers, not just expectations.

Learnings

Here are the biggest learnings you can take away from his journey:

1. Start Small, Think Big – You don’t need acres of land. Just 10 guntas and a good plan are enough. (1 acre = 40.47 Guntas)
2. Cut Costs Smartly – He doesn’t hire outside labour. His family manages the farm, saving him about ₹400/day per worker.
3. Innovate in Simple Ways – Wooden poles for jumping, free-range farming, and natural feed keep chickens healthier at almost no extra cost.
4. Understand Market Demand – In India, there’s always strong demand for country chicken eggs and meat. Selling is rarely a challenge.
5. Plan with Real Numbers – Dream big but base your profit calculations on realistic egg production rates.
6. Multiple Income Streams – Eggs give steady daily income, while meat sales add additional profit.
7. Confidence Matters – His new shed, his young chicks, and his strong belief all show that confidence drives success.

My Final Thought

This farmer invested ₹1.5 lakh, raised 3,000 chickens, and built a system that could earn him lakhs every month. His journey proves one thing: you don’t need huge land or massive capital—what you really need is innovation, discipline, and confidence.

If he could move from being a car driver to running a profitable poultry farm, so can you.

👉 Story Credit: YouTube Video - Country Chicken Farming (Kannada).

I recommend you check out the original video for visuals, but I hope my breakdown gave you the practical learnings you need before you step into poultry farming.

Because tomorrow, your success story might just inspire someone else.