The Livestock and Fisheries Development Program of Kachua Dalima Association (KDA) is a comprehensive rural livelihood initiative designed to uplift economically marginalized communities—particularly women, youth, and smallholder farmers—across disaster-prone and underserved regions of Bangladesh. Recognizing the vital role of livestock and fisheries in rural economies, KDA's program aims to enhance food security, increase household income, and build community resilience to climate change.
- Improve productivity and sustainability in livestock and fisheries sub-sectors.
- Promote gender-inclusive livelihoods by engaging women in poultry, goat rearing, and homestead fish culture.
- Introduce climate-resilient and environment-friendly practices in aquaculture and animal husbandry.
- Strengthen local value chains by building market linkages and capacity for enterprise development.
- Technical training on modern livestock management, disease prevention, and vaccination.
- Aquaculture techniques, pond management, water quality control, and integrated fish farming.
- Gender-sensitive training for women in backyard poultry and small-scale goat farming.
- Distribution of chicks, goats, fingerlings, feed, and medicines to poor and landless farmers.
- Small grants/loans to help establish poultry sheds, animal shelters, and fish ponds.
- Promotion of biogas and organic compost from livestock waste.
- Facilitation of cooperatives and producer groups to access local and regional markets.
- Partnerships with NGOs and agro-input suppliers for sustainable value chain development.
- Digital marketing and mobile-based advisory services for livestock/fish producers.
- Training on flood/cyclone preparedness for livestock sheltering and pond management.
- Introduction of saline-tolerant fish species and disease-resistant livestock breeds.
- Promotion of low-carbon and eco-friendly technologies
- Smallholder farmers and landless households
- Women-headed households
- Youth and climate-affected communities
- Women-headed households
- Youth and climate-affected communities
- Improved income and nutrition for 5,000+ households.
- At least 60% female participation in livelihood activities.
- Increased climate resilience and reduced livestock/fishery loss during disasters.
- Functional community-based veterinary and aquaculture extension services.
KDA ensures long-term sustainability through local ownership, capacity building, women’s leadership promotion, and partnerships with government livestock and fisheries departments. The program aligns with national strategies such as the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 and SDG Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and Goal 13 (Climate Action).
Dear Respected Donors, Government Representatives, and Development Partners,
We take this opportunity to extend our sincere appeal for your kind cooperation and support for our ongoing efforts to uplift the lives of underprivileged rural communities through our Livestock and Fisheries Development Program.
Livestock and fisheries are vital sources of livelihood for millions in rural Bangladesh, yet these sectors remain severely under-resourced—especially in disaster-prone areas affected by poverty, climate change, and lack of technical services. Our program, initiated by KDA, aims to promote sustainable rural livelihoods, improve food security and nutrition, and empower women and youth through:
