Nyameka Dyonase’s story is one of resilience, determination, and a deep-rooted passion for farming that has blossomed into a thriving business. From her childhood fascination with agriculture to her recent success as a poultry farmer, her journey is an inspiring tale of overcoming obstacles and seizing opportunities.
“I’ve always had a love for farming,” Nyameka says.
Driven by her ambition to make a difference in her community and contribute to the agricultural sector, Nyameka enrolled at the Buhle Farmers Academy in 2023 to complete their Poultry Production Course. Despite lacking prior knowledge in poultry farming, she embraced the opportunity to learn and grow.
“Studying at Buhle Farmers Academy was a transformative experience,” Nyameka reflects. “It equipped me with the skills and knowledge to pursue my dream of becoming a successful poultry farmer.”
Building a Business: Creating Community Opportunities
Upon completing her course, Nyameka faced the daunting challenge of starting her own farming business with limited resources. However, with determination and the support of her manager, she obtained funds to build a structure capable of accommodating 200 chickens per cycle and purchased the necessary production inputs.
“It was a leap of faith,” Nyameka admits, “but I was determined to turn my dream into reality.”
Leasing a backyard space in Delmas, Nyameka embarked on her journey as a poultry farmer, starting with a modest production of 200 broiler chickens per cycle. Despite the initial challenges, including navigating the complexities of market dynamics and production logistics, she remained undeterred in her pursuit of success.
True to her spirit of ambition and innovation, Nyameka plans to expand her production capacity to accommodate 400 chickens. Her farming business has brought her personal fulfilment and has created employment opportunities for her community. With two permanent employees, including herself, Nyameka is proud to contribute to Delmas’s job creation and economic growth.
Why Buhle Farmer’s Academy?
Buhle Farmers’ Academy’s Poultry Production Course provides comprehensive training, practical skills, and ongoing support to equip farmers with the necessary tools to succeed in the competitive poultry farming industry, create employment opportunities, and contribute to their communities’ sustainability.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Housing and infrastructure
- Feeding and nutrition
- Disease control and biosecurity
- Brooding and rearing
- Record keeping and management
- Processing and marketing
Visit our website today for more information about our Poultry Production Course, including how to enrol.