In 2017, Mahfuja joined the Togor Mohila Samiti (Togor Women’s Group) under FDA’s IGP Branch. Her husband, Md. Mariaz, was a vegetable trader.
Determined to improve her family’s income, Mahfuja ventured into poultry farming alongside her husband’s business.
The Turning Point
- 2017: Started with a 50,000 BDT loan from FDA to establish her first poultry farm.
- 2023: Now owns two farms and has taken a 150,000 BDT loan to expand further.
- Current Operation: Raising 1,200 broiler chickens per cycle.
Financial Growth
| Year | Investment | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 50,000 BDT | – |
| 2022 | – | 100,000 BDT (per cycle) |
| 2023 | – | 560,000 BDT (annual income from 8 cycles) |
Impact & Future Goals
✔ Family Upliftment:
- Older child now attends primary school
- Plans to provide quality education for both children
✔ Business Vision:
- Expand to a third poultry farm
- Become a role model for rural women entrepreneurs
“FDA’s support gave me wings. From managing household chores to managing a thriving business – I’ve found my confidence and purpose.”
– Mahfuja
Why This Matters
- Women Empowerment: Demonstrates how microfinance can transform homemakers into business owners.
- Economic Ripple Effect:
- Created direct employment (farm workers)
- Boosts local poultry supply chain
- Multi-Generational Impact: Profits reinvested in children’s education.
FDA’s Role: Provided progressive loans + agricultural training → Sustainable livelihood creation.
