Raising rabbits can be a satisfying experience as well as contributing to the family income and diet. But the following facts should be considered before starting a rabbit project. Be sure there is a market for the product. There are few if any rabbit-processing plants in the Midwest, thus the family table and neighbors are the primary market. The demand for rabbit has not grown like that for poultry.
Rabbits require daily care.
Check local zoning laws and health requirements before starting a rabbitry. The technology of rabbit production has not experienced the rapid advances of other livestock industries. The Standard of Perfection published by the American Rabbit Breeders Association lists some 31 breeds with approximately 100 different varieties. Breeds are differentiated by body type and varieties are designated by the color of the fur. The best place to buy breeding stock is from a reputable rabbit breeder.