AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

Kenya’s livestock sector currently contributes about 42% to the country’s agricultural GDP, making it one of the most vital areas of the economy.

Today, national production still falls short of demand, with chicken remaining the most consumed animal protein in the country.

The livestock financing program is expected to accelerate investment in Kenya’s meat value chain, improve income stability for farmers, and contribute to sustainable, inclusive growth across the agricultural economy.

This model has already proved successful in Australia, where an existing facility has processed over 64,800 tonnes of surplus bread.

The Sultanate expands restrictions following recurring animal health concerns in several countries.

The initiative targets countries where livestock plays a vital role in food security but remains constrained by inefficiency and climate pressures.

Fourth Milling Co. currently has the capacity to prduce 450 tonnes of animal feed daily.

The renewed focus on sustainable livestock practices comes just months after Niger State announced a US$100 million offtake agreement with the Saudi Export and Import Bank.

Kenya is the the first African country to issue a regulatory determination for a heat-tolerant genome-edited cattle breed.

Feedlot operators have concerns about high feed costs, limited access to affordable financing, and logistical bottlenecks that drive up production costs.