How I became a poultry farmer, role model in my community – Amina

In 2023, Amina Bellow Abubakar had the opportunity to participate in the poultry production training organized by the Innovative Youth in Agriculture (I-Youth) in Gwale, Kano State.

With a background in Mathematics and Physics Education, Amina is rewriting the narrative and changing the stereotypes about women’s employment in the northern part of Nigeria. The 31-year-old mother of three is a poultry farmer, a change maker, a mentor, and a beacon of hope for women aspiring to build sustainable livelihoods through agriculture in the North.

Amina’s vision for participating in the training was not limited to her benefit; she had a bigger vision. “The I-Youth program aligned perfectly with my ambition to start a poultry farm,” she recalls. “So, I paid close attention during the training, making me one of the best in our group.”

Shortly after completing the program, Amina started her poultry business with the input support she received from I-Youth. Her first production cycle was a success, and she made a good profit. The second cycle, however, came with a tough lesson: she lost about 18 birds and realized that sourcing quality chicks was crucial. Rather than becoming discouraged, Amina used this experience to improve her knowledge and make informed business decisions.

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