A growing livestock and poultry sector across Africa is driving strong demand for feed additives, notably lysine, a key amino acid used in animal nutrition. Long-term industry analysis projects Africa’s lysine market reaching approximately 93,000 tons valued at $151 million by 2035, reflecting broader feed industry expansion.

This growth reflects increased commercialisation of poultry and livestock production, particularly in countries such as South Africa, Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria. With rising protein consumption levels across urban populations, demand for quality meat and dairy products is stimulating feed mill investment and raw material sourcing.

Feed producers are responding by integrating local sourcing strategies, improving formulation standards, and investing in processing plants that meet global health and safety benchmarks. As Africa’s poultry industry modernises, demand for balanced, fortified feed ingredients like lysine is expected to remain robust — offering critical opportunities for agritech investors and regional feed manufacturers.