PORKfitabilty: Fattening Pigs, Fattening Savings ( Rowena Delapaz’ Hogging Prosperity)

Raising pigs isn’t just about feeding and breeding it’s about nurturing success from snout to tail.

Rowena Delapaz, is a resident of Bacolod and a dedicated mother of four. In the early days, Rowena was only relying on reselling Avon, Natasha and MSE products to make ends meet. Life was tough and financial stability seemed out of reach.Everything changed when she discovered LifeBank, an organization that provided her with the capital needed to start her venture into pig fattening. Rowena has been a member of LifeBank for almost 11 years, leveraging her support to establish and grow her business. The initial capital she received was her stepping stone and she invested it wisely in her pig fattening business. Ensuring sustainability and growth, each time she sells her pigs, she deposits the money in her savings.

Rowena’s dedication and hard work bore fruit, accumulating a substantial profit of nearly eighty-three thousand pesos (83,000) from her pig fattening operations.This success not only improved her family’s financial stability but also empowered her to enhance their living conditions.Together with her husband, they invested in gradually improving their home, a proof of their hard work and shared goals.

Rowena emphasizes the importance of financial discipline and saving for emergencies. Her advice resonates with others striving for financial stability amidst uncertainties.By diligently saving a portion for her earnings and reinvesting profits in her business, she doesn’t just secures her family’s future but also paves  way for continuous growth and success.

Her inspiring story from reselling products to becoming a successful entrepreneur in pig fattening reflects her determination and LifeBank’s financial empowerment in her life. Truly, no business is going to be easy but for someone who wants to progress, the risk is worth taking.

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