POULTRY FARMING START-UPS AS A GATEWAY FOR YOUTH EMPLOYMENT IN NIGERIA’S AGRO SECTOR

SADIQ MOHAMMED SANUSI; SINGH IP; AHMAD MM; SANI BS

doi:10.22159/ijags.2025v13i4.53814

Authors

SADIQ MOHAMMED SANUSI Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Federal University Dutse, Dutse, Nigeria
SINGH IP Department of Agricultural Economics, Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agriculture University, Bikaner, Rajasthan India
AHMAD MM Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Bayero University Kano, Kano, Nigeria
SANI BS Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Federal University Dutse, Dutse, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22159/ijags.2025v13i4.53814

Keywords:

Poultry, Start-ups, Youth, Job creation, Nigeria

Abstract

The agricultural sector in Nigeria remains a critical area for economic development, particularly in addressing youth unemployment. Poultry farming, an increasingly popular segment of the sector, offers a viable opportunity for youth entrepreneurship and job creation. This review explores the potential of poultry farming start-ups as a gateway to employment for young people in Nigeria; examining key factors such as accessibility, profitability, and the challenges encountered by young entrepreneurs. Through an analysis of recent literature and industry reports, this article investigates the theoretical and conceptual frameworks relevant to agro-entrepreneurship, discusses the results of various studies, and identifies best practices. The study concludes with recommendations on policies and support mechanisms to enhance youth participation in poultry farming as a means of achieving economic stability and growth.

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