As part of its efforts to strengthen women’s economic independence and improve household living conditions, FARM continues to promote food processing by supporting income-generating activities among its members. One of the activities supported is the production of cacapigeon, a flour-based product that is already familiar to and enjoyed by local consumers. More women members are now turning to food processing as a way to increase household income. When raw materials are sold in their basic form, the profit earned is limited. However, when they are processed into ready-to-eat products, their value increases and they generate greater returns for producers.
Through this initiative, FARM supports women to strengthen their skills in food production and processing. Making cacapigeon is one example of an activity through which women can generate income using readily available ingredients and simple techniques that can be carried out at home. The product can easily be sold in markets and busy public places, making it a promising opportunity for economic development.
Beyond increasing income, food processing helps women acquire new skills and develop an entrepreneurial mindset. It encourages them to seek new markets, improve product quality, and build confidence in managing small businesses.
For FARM, promoting food processing is an important strategy for strengthening the sustainability of women members’ livelihoods. By supporting activities such as the production of cacapigeon, the organisation contributes to creating sustainable income sources, improving household living conditions, and advancing community development at local level.
Food processing shows that, when properly supported and developed, it can bring meaningful change to the lives of women and their families. This is precisely FARM’s goal: to enable women to build sustainable livelihoods and participate actively in the development of their communities.
