An analysis on the growth path of the ‘Egg Industry’ in India. Its impact on various macroeconomic indicators of the economy with special emphasis on reduction in children’s malnutrition and unemployment, as well as its impact on increasing export revenues

The egg industry has showed tremendous growth potential. It has its production in both the organized, the unorganized as well as the cooperative sector. The big companies in India have resorted to contract farming that not only helps in increasing income levels of the rural sector, but also provides them with productive employment opportunities. The increase in demand both domestic and external has led to a phenomenal increase of the industry. The government has helped this sector by providing finances, marketing avenues as well as aiding in the control of various widespread diseases to help this industry reach its full potential.