By abdirizakahmed370@gmail.com August 7, 2025
The story of Somali agriculture is one of resilience and immense potential. For generations, farmers and herders have worked the land, their lives intricately woven with the seasons. However, they have often faced significant challenges alone—from limited access to quality seeds and modern tools to the struggle of reaching profitable markets. But what happens when these individual threads are woven together into a stronger fabric? This is the story of Midnimo Agrovet Cooperative—a story of unity, empowerment, and transformation.
Founded in 2014 by Mohamed Mo’allim Abukar, Hassan Ali Hirabe, and Abdirahman Adam Yarow, Midnimo, which means “Unity” in Somali, was born from a simple yet powerful idea: that by working together, we can achieve more. The founders witnessed firsthand the hurdles that individual farmers and pastoralists faced and envisioned a cooperative that could provide the structural support needed to overcome them.
Today, Midnimo is a thriving cooperative of 200 members who collectively manage 8,000 hectares of land and a significant number of livestock, including 20,000 goats and sheep, 10,000 cows, and 2,000 camels. This collective strength allows for economies of scale, enabling access to essential agricultural inputs like high-quality fertilizers, improved seeds, and modern machinery.
But the impact of Midnimo extends far beyond just resources. The cooperative is deeply committed to knowledge sharing and has implemented practical training programs on modern farming techniques and sustainable livestock health. This focus on education empowers our members to increase their productivity and efficiency.
Furthermore, by creating market linkages and offering sales support, Midnimo ensures that the hard work of its members translates into better prices and greater economic stability. The cooperative even provides vital financial services, including loans, to help members invest in their farms and their futures.
Midnimo Agrovet Cooperative is more than just a business; it is a movement. It is a testament to the fact that when we unite our resources, knowledge, and aspirations, we can cultivate a brighter, more food-secure future for Somalia.