Tanzania, Aug. 4 -- Mbeya. Livestock keeper Solomon Kajula has stated that despite many farmers focusing on standard poultry, turkeys represent a lucrative niche market, whilst explaining why exotic chickens are causing a stir at the Southern Highlands Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition due to their steep price tag.

Those exotic birds, comprising Brahma breeds originating from India, as well as Light Sussex (Colombia), Cochin, and Orpington breeds from America, are selling for Sh1 million each, leaving citizens visiting the exhibition pavilion astounded.

Speaking at the ongoing exhibitions at the John Mwakangale grounds on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, Mr Kajula said turkey rearing is among the most profitable agricultural ventures due to the...