2025, Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part D

This analysis investigates how the attributes of firms, particularly their experience and size, influence financial access and barriers in the realm of contract poultry farming. Through descriptive and ANOVA analyses of data from 228 contract poultry farmers, we analysed the effects of firm size and experience on access to finance. Results reveal that firms with longer experience and higher scales of operation encounter less financial constraints, thus suggesting a relationship between organisational stability and access to financial markets.
The results highlight the necessity of customised financial assistance approaches to support smaller, emerging poultry businesses. By tackling financial obstacles linked to firm characteristics, policymakers and financial institutions can create a more inclusive environment that promotes the sustainable development of contract poultry farming. This analysis offers actionable insights for increasing access to finance within the contract farming industry, facilitating inclusive firm growth.