Native chickens are the backbone of self-sustaining backyard or free range system of production in rural, tribal and semi-urban areas with low input and ensures the nutritional security, self-sustainable income, empowerment and social upliftment. TANUVAS Aseel, a superior variety and dual purpose native chicken developed by Poultry Research Station, TANUVAS, Chennai for better production performance and disease tolerance. Aseel, a hardy bird with ability to thrive under adverse climatic conditions and most importantly its meat is considered to have a desirable taste and flavour.
Varun A.*
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kallakuruchi (VPM-II), Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (600 051), India
Alagudurai S.
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