AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

The Research-to-Commercialisation (R2C) Programme is a national initiative designed to bridge the long-standing gap between academic research and market-ready innovation.

The initiative seeks to transform livelihoods by providing drought index insurance, improving digital access to finance, and creating structured markets for livestock and related products.

Livestock imports surged by 25% in 2025 following the suspension of duties and taxes.

This Global Dairy Innovation Conference (GDIC) Award highlights the company’s transformative role in the regional dairy industry and its commitment to innovation.

The move comes as the country expands supply options amid rising meat imports.

Aquaculture production surpasses 192,000 tons; Saudi seafood exports reach US$350 million.

Farmers in Eastern Cape say FMD keeps spreading fast, while authorities warn that poor vaccine control could worsen the crisis.

The new range combines insect protein with high‑quality animal protein and live probiotics, making the formulas highly digestible and naturally palatable for pets.

The appointment comes as the research agency sharpens its focus on climate resilience, food security, and farmer support across Kenya.

The merging of veterinary and human medicines would pose risk to public health, food safety and livestock production as well as compromise international best practices.