Determinants of broiler consumption in Ouagadougou

Broiler chicken is not widely consumed by households in the city of Ouagadougou. The level of consumption varies depending on whether it is an ordinary day or a ceremony. Indeed, 22% of households consume broiler chicken on an ordinary day, while 34% consume it during ceremonies (religious ceremonies, end-of-year celebrations, etc.). However, regardless of price, only 5% of households prefer broiler chicken over "bicycle chicken. The most relevant reason for choosing chicken is taste (86%), with price (8.4%) being a less important reason. In addition, socio-economic factors such as level of education, income level and cooking method of the chicken significantly influence consumption of broiler chicken.

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Der Autor hat einen Doktortitel in Veterinärmedizin, einen Master in Viehwirtschaft und -politik und einen Master in Agrarökonomie. Nach seinem Universitätsstudium im Senegal und in Gabun arbeitet er derzeit in Burkina Faso als Abteilungsleiter für Gesundheitsschutz bei der Generaldirektion für Veterinärdienste.