Gülbahar Bağdur expands livestock business in Cizre

Gülbahar Bağdur, a former women's clothing teacher in the Cizre district of Şırnak, has grown her livestock business from 10 animals to a flock of 250 sheep over the past seven years.

Starting in her home garden, Bağdur expanded her herd through personal growth and government support. After reaching 100 animals, state assistance helped her increase the count to 200, and with an additional 50 animals sent to highland pastures, her total flock now stands at 250.

Bağdur manages the daily operations alongside her children, which include feeding, watering, and cleaning the barns. She processes milk from the flock to produce homemade cheese, butter, yogurt, and ayran for sale. She aims to establish a larger farm and serve as an example for other women entrepreneurs.