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 ...

By Brandon Moss Volatility in global commodity markets continues to pressure poultry feed costs across Africa, prompting producers to pursue alternative formulations, local ingredient sourcing and cooperative buying models to protect margins and flock performance. Practical reformulation strategies focus on partial substitution of imported soy with locally produced protein sources such as oilseed cakes, field ...

Despite early optimism and government backing, the cage fish farming initiative in Siavonga District is facing serious headwinds. Launched in 2024 to boost tilapia production and reduce reliance on imported fish, the program has seen a wave of farmer withdrawals due to unsustainable feed costs, poor water quality, and weak market linkages. A September 20th ...

The overall goal of LIFE-ND is to realise a transformed rural economy in the Niger Delta from which the rural population can derive prosperity and equal benefit. A beneficiary of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-Livelihood Family Enterprises in Delta (LIFE-ND), Mrs Mercy Oza-kpolor, has called on the three tiers of government to empower ...

Sustainable feed management and livestock production are crucial components of ensuring food security, environmental stewardship and economic viability in the agricultural sector. The Danida Fellowship Alumni, Nigeria in collaboration with Royal Danish Embassy In Nigeria have organised a training workshop for farmers and stakeholders on sustainable feed management and livestock production. The Chief Veterinary Officer ...

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) has trained Nigeria farmers on how to produce their own feeds to forestall shortages. Mr David Tsokar, Communication Specialist, FAO, who spoke in an interview in Abuja, said the exercise was tagged Training-of-Trainers (ToT) workshop. Tsokar said the training would address the persistent challenge of ...

Demand for feed corn in Zimbabwe is expected to grow to 350,000 MT in 2024-2025, according to a recent US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) report. Supplementary feeding will be required to maintain the national cattle herd at a fair condition as grazing will be limited until the start of the next rainy ...

Aron Kangwony at his Vetiver grass farm at home in Tilomwonin village in Kamnarok that lies on the base of Kerio Valley belt in Baringo County on August 25, 2022. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]   Kenya has committed to developing its feed and fodder sector in a bid to promote economic growth and create job opportunities. ...

Minnesota’s top ag official points to one African country that could unlock export opportunities throughout the continent. Commissioner Thom Petersen recently returned from a trade mission to Morocco and says the focus was on grain, feed, and the Port of Duluth. “Keep in mind too, Morocco is the only African country that has a free ...