Guinea fowls

CPC v2.1 Code: 02155

About guinea fowls

cpc code 02155 covers the production and rearing of guinea fowls, a type of poultry that is gaining popularity worldwide. Guinea fowls are hardy, low-maintenance birds that are valued for their meat, eggs, and decorative qualities. As a specialized agricultural activity, the guinea fowl industry plays a significant role in the broader poultry sector, contributing to food security and providing economic opportunities for farmers and producers.

Production process

The production of guinea fowls typically involves a combination of traditional and modern farming techniques. Breeders carefully select and mate parent stock to maintain desirable genetic traits. Chicks are hatched in incubators or under broody hens, and then reared in controlled environments, with a focus on providing the appropriate feed, housing, and healthcare to ensure the birds' well-being and optimal growth.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the guinea fowl industry include breeding stock, feed (such as grains, insects, and forage), water, housing and equipment (e.g., coops, feeders, and waterers), and veterinary supplies for disease prevention and treatment. Producers may also require access to specialized knowledge and expertise in poultry farming to effectively manage their operations.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the guinea fowl industry are meat and eggs. The meat is prized for its unique flavor and texture, and is often used in a variety of culinary applications. Guinea fowl eggs are also consumed, and may be used in baking or other food products. The industry's outputs may be consumed by 01110 Meat processing and preserving, 10611 Grain milling, and 10721 Poultry processing industries, among others.

Family tree for guinea fowls

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0'>0: Agriculture, forestry and fishery products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02'>02: Live animals and animal products (excluding meat)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/021'>021: Live animals</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0215'>0215: Poultry</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02155'>02155: Guinea fowls</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02151'>02151: Chickens</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02152'>02152: Turkeys</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02153'>02153: Geese</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02154'>02154: Ducks</a>"]

    

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