TALUQAN (SW) – Women livestock and poultry farmers in Faryab say that support from international aid organizations has created job opportunities and improved their economic conditions.
Maryam, a resident of Khwaja Sabzposh district in Faryab, shares that her economic situation has improved following the distribution of laying hens by an the aid organization. She says, “We received laying hens; through them, I can meet the needs of my family of six. The income from these hens covers our daily expenses.”
Gulsum, another resident of Faryab, explains that an organization has helped her with several livestock, enabling her to provide for her and her children’s food and non-food needs. “Since I received several dairy goats, my life has changed a bit; I have been generating income from this for a year now. Our wish is for continued support.”
These women are calling on the Directorate of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock in Faryab, as well as aid organizations, to continue their support for families economic growth.
Abdul Naser Noori, General Director of Planning and Programs at Faryab agriculture directorate, said that support from international aid organizations has helped to address some of the challenges faced by women livestock farmers and improve their economy.
He added, “Projects aimed at agricultural growth and enhancing the lives of women livestock farmers are underway, and upon completion, we will see progress in agriculture and livestock sectors.”
Ghulam Farooq, an agricultural expert in Faryab, mentioned that government and foreign organization support for women livestock farmers can lead to their self-sufficiency.
“Many women are satisfied; there has been a change in the livelihoods of people, especially women. Additionally, the Islamic Emirate government should pay special attention to women livestock and farmers, creating suitable markets to encourage them,” he said.
In addition to international organizations, the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock in Faryab has also worked to support women livestock farmers, distributing 1,700 dairy goats and 21 dairy cows over the past year.
