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Women-led SMEs driving local poultry growth

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The expansion of women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is strengthening Bangladesh's economy by driving employment, boosting production, and enhancing market competitiveness amid growing demand for sustainable business growth and financial inclusion, said a press release.

On International Women's Day 2025, Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC) and US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) underscored the need to support women entrepreneurs and ensure adequate nutrition to sustain their contributions, it said.

The statement said women in Bangladesh are increasingly engaging in SMEs, particularly in agriculture, poultry, and livestock.

However, systemic challenges such as limited access to credit, resources, and training continue to hinder their potential, it said.

Despite comprising 40 percent of the poultry sector workforce, many women struggle with business ownership and financial independence, it said.

BPICC President Shamsul Arefin Khaled stressed the importance of recognising women's contributions.

"Women-led SMEs are transforming the economy. Providing them with financial resources, skills training, and policy support will strengthen their role in business," he said.

He called for better access to funding and market opportunities to accelerate women's entrepreneurship.

BPICC Secretary ATM Mostafa Kamal highlighted the government's role in fostering women's economic participation.

"Women entrepreneurs in SMEs are vital to Bangladesh's progress. The government has been supporting them through policies and financial programmes, but more efforts are needed," he said.

He added that the growing presence of female-led businesses in poultry and livestock were helping ensure affordable protein production for all.

Nutritionist Israt Jahan underscored the link between nutrition and women's productivity.

"Proper protein intake is essential for working women, especially those in SMEs, as they balance multiple responsibilities," she said, calling for greater awareness of protein-rich diets.

The BPICC reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in SMEs, ensuring they receive the recognition, resources, and opportunities necessary to thrive, said the press release.

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Women-led SMEs driving local poultry growth

Poultry

The expansion of women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is strengthening Bangladesh's economy by driving employment, boosting production, and enhancing market competitiveness amid growing demand for sustainable business growth and financial inclusion, said a press release.

On International Women's Day 2025, Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC) and US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) underscored the need to support women entrepreneurs and ensure adequate nutrition to sustain their contributions, it said.

The statement said women in Bangladesh are increasingly engaging in SMEs, particularly in agriculture, poultry, and livestock.

However, systemic challenges such as limited access to credit, resources, and training continue to hinder their potential, it said.

Despite comprising 40 percent of the poultry sector workforce, many women struggle with business ownership and financial independence, it said.

BPICC President Shamsul Arefin Khaled stressed the importance of recognising women's contributions.

"Women-led SMEs are transforming the economy. Providing them with financial resources, skills training, and policy support will strengthen their role in business," he said.

He called for better access to funding and market opportunities to accelerate women's entrepreneurship.

BPICC Secretary ATM Mostafa Kamal highlighted the government's role in fostering women's economic participation.

"Women entrepreneurs in SMEs are vital to Bangladesh's progress. The government has been supporting them through policies and financial programmes, but more efforts are needed," he said.

He added that the growing presence of female-led businesses in poultry and livestock were helping ensure affordable protein production for all.

Nutritionist Israt Jahan underscored the link between nutrition and women's productivity.

"Proper protein intake is essential for working women, especially those in SMEs, as they balance multiple responsibilities," she said, calling for greater awareness of protein-rich diets.

The BPICC reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in SMEs, ensuring they receive the recognition, resources, and opportunities necessary to thrive, said the press release.

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