This study examines the profitability of commercial poultry egg production in Afijio LGA, Oyo State, Nigeria, using data from 108 farmers via a semi-structured questionnaire. Respondents averaged 45 years of age, 75.9% were male, and had 14 years of farming experience. About 32% entered poultry farming post-retirement. Credit access was 54.2%, with 46.6% from microfinance banks; 87.9% used funds for farm expansion. Gross margin analysis confirmed profitability, with a ₦0.19 profit per ₦1 invested. Revenue from culled layers made up 67.1% of total income, while feed accounted for 73.2% of variable costs. The findings highlight the sector’s economic viability and the importance of credit in boosting commercial egg production.
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