Top Ten Women leading the livestock revolution in Eastern Africa to be Unveiled
There are approximately 249 million women livestock keepers in Africa for whom livestock represents a major source of income and an opportunity for wealth accumulation.
While the majority of them are backyard livestock producers, a few have elevated their production to successful commercial companies as witnessed during the selection exercise of the CKL sponsored Women in Livestock Award brought to you by The Livestock Site Magazine and the Six Nations Livestock Genetics & Equipment Expo.
Supporting Women in livestock production
Women livestock producers across Africa play a critical role in reducing hunger and creating job opportunities for Africa’s youth.
However, they often face steep barriers in advancing their initiatives. Access to land, finance, markets, training and information remain a greater challenge to women than their male counterparts.
On the other hand, ownership of livestock is widely recognized as an important aspect of women’s economic empowerment.
Women can receive livestock through inheritance, before or during marriage, or from farmer associations.
Alternatively, they may opt to purchase animals directly.
Women in Livestock Awards
In particular, small ruminants and poultry require smaller capital investments thus providing an easy entry point for their participation in livestock markets.
Join us to celebrates the women that have overcome immense personal, social, cultural and economic hurdles to build and grow successful enterprises in livestock production.
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