Zimbabwe Boosts Rural Livelihoods With Distribution Of 1.5 Million Birds Under Poultry Scheme

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News in Brief:
– Zimbabwe’s poultry scheme is distributing 1.5 million birds to households nationwide, exceeding its initial target.
– This initiative aims to boost rural incomes, improve protein intake, and promote commercial poultry production.

Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has reiterated its objective to make significant strides in its efforts to revitalise rural livelihoods. The ministry hopes to achieve this through the Presidential Rural Poultry Scheme.

Specifically, this initiative aims to distribute a total of three million birds to households across the country, promoting commercial poultry production and increasing household income.

Essentially, the program seeks to achieve a dual benefit, by providing families with a sustainable source of protein through egg and poultry consumption, while addressing nutritional needs within rural communities.

Additionally, it fosters commercialisation of rural poultry production, empowering households to generate income through egg and poultry sales.

According to Ministry statistics, a total of 1.5 million birds have already been distributed to various provinces as of May 2024. These birds encompass a variety of breeds, including Boschveld, Sasso, Kuroiler, and indigenous chickens, offering farmers a selection suited to their specific needs and preferences.

Interestingly, the scheme is reported to have exceeded its initial target for bird distribution, with its success hinged on continued distribution efforts and ongoing support for participating households.

Joseph Akahome
Joseph Akahome
Joseph O Akahome (OJ) is a writer, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Literature from the University of Benin. He is an avid agriculturist, with a bias for poultry and an insatiable appetite for chicken wings. When he is neither reading nor researching, he likes to spend recreational time playing board games, or swimming in serene forested lakes.

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