Ferme Youyou, Educational farm and nature reserve in Lamordé, Niger.
Ferme Youyou is an educational farm and nature reserve in Niamey that combines livestock raising, crop cultivation, and fish farming. The operation maintains natural habitats alongside these commercial activities.
An agricultural engineer founded this farm in 2012 to address rising demand for poultry in Niger. The site evolved into a combination of commercial production and conservation effort.
The place offers training in farming methods and business skills, with young people learning from experienced staff members. Visitors can see how local communities apply sustainable practices in their daily work.
Visitors can come any day and join guided tours and activities available on the grounds. Comfortable footwear is recommended since the site is explored on foot and the terrain varies.
The grounds include a zoo section housing crocodiles, jackals, and monkeys in a managed setting. This area demonstrates how animal care is integrated with the farm's broader operations.
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