KABUL, Afghanistan — The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced that it supported nearly 19,000 Afghan families in poultry farming in 2024, aiming to improve household nutrition and provide women with a source of income.
“Poultry farming enables Afghan women to enhance their family’s nutrition while earning an income,” FAO stated on X.
According to the organization, 18,836 families received chicks, feed, vaccines, and training as part of the program. Additionally, more than 557,000 chickens were vaccinated during the year, a move FAO says strengthens family nutrition and empowers women in rural areas.
Poultry farming has long been a critical activity for women in Afghanistan’s rural communities, where agriculture and livestock form the backbone of the economy. Many rural families rely on these activities for their livelihood, with women often playing a central role in managing poultry and livestock.
FAO has also previously reported providing agricultural training to nearly 20,000 farmers across Afghanistan, as part of its broader efforts to support rural communities facing economic and food insecurity.
