Rabbit farming can tackle unemployment, food insecurity – Experts

Rabbit farming is emerging as a quiet but powerful source of income for Nigerians, according to the All Rabbit Breeders Development Forum (ARBADEF).

At a two-day training in Abuja, ARBADEF’s FCT Chairperson, Lois Auta, said the venture offers huge potential for wealth creation, food security, and youth empowerment.

The event, themed “Silent Wealth: Why Smart Nigerians Are Turning to Rabbit”, trained participants on modern techniques, market opportunities, and the rabbit value chain.

“With the right knowledge and access to markets, rabbit farmers can earn substantial income, especially in rural communities,” Auta said.

Agribusiness expert, Ismail Yekini, who manages 1,500 rabbits in Niger State, said he plans to expand to 3,000 before year-end.
“The goal is to empower youths, women, and retirees to create income while reducing unemployment and food insecurity,” he noted.

Another facilitator, Abdulrauf Olamilekan, said successful rabbit farming rests on essential knowledge pillars. His Body Breach Farm currently houses 200 rabbits.

For participants, the training was a revelation.
“Rabbit farming is a silent, wealth-making business. With as little as N20,000, you can start with two rabbits and a cage,” said Sego Agidion, one of the trainees.