Liberia’s US$10M poultry project expands, creates jobs
Women form majority of workforce and farm introduces hybrid livestock breeds
LIBERIA – The United States Chargé d’Affaires to Liberia, Joseph Zadrozny, visited the Liberia-American Poultry Farm in Bomi County to observe the growth of the agricultural complex and its contribution to domestic food production.
During the visit, Zadrozny toured sections of the farm, including poultry houses, a piggery, and cultivated fields producing cucumbers, lemons, and sweet peppers.
The diplomat did not deliver formal remarks but expressed interest in the farm’s progress and its role in the local food supply.
Managing Director Christopher Bsaibes explained that the farm has expanded considerably since the U.S. Embassy last visited more than a year ago.
He said the facility now operates one of the largest poultry farms in Liberia, with capacity for over 550,000 birds and daily egg production of roughly 350,000 for the domestic market.
The increase in local egg output is reducing Liberia’s dependence on imported eggs, according to management.
The farm has also diversified into livestock, introducing hybrid pigs imported from France to improve meat quality and strengthen the country’s pig production.
Bsaibes said the breeding program has already produced piglets and is expected to grow through 2026 and 2027.
Employment creation is a major component of the project, with more than 450 Liberians currently employed alongside twelve expatriate specialists.
Women account for between 67% and 71% of the workforce, reflecting the company’s approach to supporting female economic participation in surrounding communities.
The farm’s operations have affected about 12 nearby communities, providing jobs that have increased household incomes and enabled purchases of generators, smartphones, and other modern technology.
The company has also contributed to five local schools, providing support for classroom construction and educational materials.
To address environmental concerns, the farm invested roughly US$500,000 in a manure-processing facility that converts poultry waste into organic fertiliser, which is distributed to local farmers.
The Liberia-American Poultry Farm, established in 2021, represents a US$10 million investment aimed at increasing domestic poultry output and supporting local agriculture.
The project includes an agreement to create 500 jobs and cultivate 200 hectares of maize in collaboration with STARP and the Ministry of Agriculture.
Management said the farm provides seeds, training, and technical guidance to local farmers, aiming to strengthen agricultural practices across the region.
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