Impact of Partially Replacing Corn with Ground Pea (Vigna subterranea) on Broiler Chicken Performance and Profitability

Hacynicolas Finoana Arizo RANDRIAMANDRATONDRAKOTONIRINA, Jean de Neupomuscene RAKOTOZANDRINY

Abstract: Rising feed costs pose a challenge to poultry farming, prompting exploration of affordable alternatives like ground pea (Vigna subterranea) to replace corn. This study assessed the effects of substituting corn with 10% and 20% ground pea in the diets of 45 Arbor Acres broiler chicks, compared to a corn-only control. Over 35 days, we measured live weight, daily gain, feed conversion, and consumption, finding significant improvements (p<0,0001) with ground pea diets. Feed intake dropped as ground pea levels rose, while a 20% substitution cut production costs by 13, 31%. These results suggest that partial corn replacement with ground peas enhances both zootechnical performance and farm profitability, offering a practical solution for broiler production in resource-limited settings.

Keywords: Broiler, substitution, ground peas, Madagascar, profitability

How to Cite?: Hacynicolas Finoana Arizo RANDRIAMANDRATONDRAKOTONIRINA, Jean de Neupomuscene RAKOTOZANDRINY, "Impact of Partially Replacing Corn with Ground Pea (Vigna subterranea) on Broiler Chicken Performance and Profitability", Volume 14 Issue 3, March 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1247-1254, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25317013955, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25317013955