Women in Agro-Enterprise Development Program
WUSD's Women in Agro-Enterprise Program empowers smallholder women farmers and agripreneurs across Rivers State with modern farming techniques, value-addition skills, and market access solutions. Since 2021, we've trained 850+ women in sustainable agriculture practices that triple yields while protecting the environment.
Core Training Modules
🌱 Smart Farming Techniques
- Climate-smart crop production (cassava, plantain, vegetables)
- Poultry and fish farming best practices
- Organic pest control methods
- Garri/elubo production with hygiene standards
- Fruit drying and packaging techniques
- Oil extraction (palm oil, coconut oil)
📈 Agri-Business Management
- Farm record-keeping and cost analysis
- Cooperative formation and management
- Digital marketing for farm produce
🚜 Technology Integration
- Mobile apps for weather/price monitoring
- Simple mechanization tools demonstration
- Renewable energy for agro-processing
Program Impact (2021-2024)
➡️ 90% of participants increased yields by 40-60%
➡️ 120 women-led agri-cooperatives formed
➡️ ₦2.8 million average annual income increase
➡️ 5 community processing centers established