Animal Feed

The minister stressed that the impact of FMD extends beyond animal health, affecting livestock productivity, market access and feed demand across the value chain.

The Wellcome Trust-funded TRACE project, led by KEMRI-Wellcome, will study how aflatoxins and climate change affect African child health.

The dual launch reflects a broader shift toward coordinated, innovation-led agricultural development in Africa.

The exhibition is expected to attract over 600 exhibitors from 40 countries, including 12 country pavilions, and more than 20,000 visitors.

The two industry groups aim to expand trade links, improve access to technology, and support food production systems across key markets.

The company added that it may carry out additional share purchases outside the programme if deemed appropriate, including block trades, under its existing shareholder authority.

The vaccine is designed to protect against a broad range of bacterial and viral diseases, including infectious pancreatic necrosis virus (IPNV), furunculosis, cold-water vibriosis, vibriosis, winter ulcer disease and yersiniosis.

The agreement also includes options for SALIC to acquire the remaining 19.99% stake in Olam Agri within three years, potentially giving it full ownership.

The company has historically focused on species such as salmon, trout, seabass and seabream.

Domestic production stands at roughly 250,000-300,000 tonnes, leaving a supply gap that drives imports of more than 200,000 tonnes each year.