WalaChicken

Our chickens are indigenous Indian breeds raised using traditional methods. They have several advantages over commercial broiler chickens:

• Higher protein content (up to 25% more)
• Lower fat content
• More distinct, richer flavor
• Raised without antibiotics or growth hormones
• Free-range with access to natural sunlight and fresh air
• Fed with natural, organic feed including herbs

Indigenous breeds like Kadaknath also have specific properties believed to offer health benefits according to Ayurvedic traditions.

The best breed depends on your specific requirements:

Kadaknath: Known for its black meat, high protein, low cholesterol, and medicinal properties. Ideal for health-conscious consumers and those following specific dietary regimens.

Aseel: Offers lean, muscular meat with an intense flavor profile, perfect for traditional Indian dishes that require firm texture and rich taste.

Ghagus: A dual-purpose breed excellent for both meat and eggs with tender meat and adaptability to various climates.

We recommend contacting our team for personalized advice based on your specific culinary or nutritional needs.

Wala chicken has a different cooking profile compared to commercial broilers:

• Slow cooking methods work best to tenderize the meat and develop flavor
• Traditional Indian cooking techniques like marination with yogurt or spices help enhance tenderness
• Pressure cooking works well for faster preparation
• For curries, a longer simmer time allows the rich flavors to develop
• For Kadaknath specifically, avoid overcooking to preserve its unique properties

We provide recipe cards with each order, and you can find more recipe ideas on our website or by contacting our in-house culinary advisor.

Currently, we serve customers within a 200km radius of our central processing facility in Maharashtra. This includes major cities like Pune, Mumbai, and surrounding areas.

We're actively working on expanding our cold chain infrastructure to reach more parts of India soon. Our delivery system maintains a strict temperature-controlled environment to ensure freshness and quality.

For customers outside our delivery zone, we offer special bulk shipping arrangements for orders over 50kg. Please contact our customer service team for more information about delivery to your specific location.

For retail customers, our minimum order is 2kg of processed chicken or 3 whole birds, depending on the breed and availability.

For restaurants and institutional buyers, we offer special wholesale pricing for orders starting at 10kg per week with regular delivery schedules.

Community buying groups can also place collective orders to reach wholesale minimums and receive bulk pricing benefits. Contact us to set up a community buying arrangement.

You can place orders through multiple channels:

• Call our order line: +91 98765 43210
• Email us at orders@WalaChicken.com
• Fill out the order form on our website
• Use our WhatsApp business account

We accept various payment methods including:

• Online bank transfers (NEFT/IMPS)
• UPI payments
• Credit/Debit cards
• Cash on delivery (for orders under ₹2000)

Regular customers can also set up subscription orders with automatic billing for weekly or monthly deliveries.

Our chickens receive a carefully formulated diet consisting of:

• Organic grains (millet, corn, rice)
• Naturally sourced proteins (sunflower seeds, local legumes)
• Fresh greens and vegetables
• Medicinal herbs (turmeric, neem, basil, etc.)
• Probiotics for gut health
• Natural minerals and supplements

We never use antibiotics, growth hormones, or synthetic additives in our feed. Our chickens also have access to natural foraging areas where they can supplement their diet with insects, seeds, and plants—just as their ancestors did.

Our feed formulations are developed in collaboration with nutritionists and veterinarians specializing in indigenous poultry breeds.

Yes, all our farms maintain organic certification through rigorous third-party verification. Our certification covers:

• Feed sources and composition
• Living conditions for the birds
• Land management practices
• Water management
• Pest control methods
• Processing facilities

We also hold additional certifications for animal welfare, sustainable agriculture practices, and food safety. Our certification documents are available for review upon request.

We believe in transparency and invite customers to visit our farms to see our practices firsthand.

Yes! We offer farm tours by appointment. These educational visits are a great way to:

• See our practices firsthand
• Learn about indigenous chicken breeds
• Understand sustainable poultry farming
• Connect with the source of your food
• Participate in farm activities (seasonal)

We welcome individuals, families, school groups, and professional delegations. For biosecurity reasons, all visitors must follow certain protocols, which we'll explain when you schedule your visit.

To arrange a farm tour, please contact us at least one week in advance through our website or call our customer service number.

WalaChicken was founded in 2018 by Rajiv Sharma, a third-generation farmer who was concerned about the decline of indigenous chicken breeds in India. After completing his agricultural studies, Rajiv returned to his family farm with a vision to revive traditional farming practices while creating a sustainable business model.

What started as a small operation with just 50 birds has now grown into a network of partner farms across rural Maharashtra. Our founding principles remain the same: preserve indigenous breeds, practice ethical farming, support rural livelihoods, and provide consumers with healthier, tastier alternatives to industrial chicken.

You can read more about our journey on our About Us page.

We're always looking to expand our network of ethical farmers. Our partnership program offers:

• Training in indigenous breed management
• Support with infrastructure setup
• Guaranteed purchase agreements
• Access to our breeding stock
• Ongoing technical assistance
• Fair compensation above market rates

Ideal partners have:

• At least 1 acre of land
• Commitment to organic and ethical farming principles
• Willingness to learn and implement our protocols
• Location within reasonable distance from our processing facilities

To apply, please fill out the partner application form on our website or contact our farmer relations team directly.

Yes, education is a core part of our mission. We offer several programs:

For consumers:

• Cooking workshops featuring indigenous chicken recipes
• Nutrition seminars on the health benefits of heritage breeds
• Farm-to-table experiences

For farmers:

• Indigenous poultry management training
• Organic certification guidance
• Sustainable farm Walagn workshops

For schools and colleges:

• Educational farm visits
• Internship opportunities
• Research partnerships

Check our website's Events section for upcoming workshops and programs, or contact us to arrange a custom program for your group.