The LIFT project is organised by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and implemented by Counterpart International.
Nutreco said it has also advanced circularity efforts, with 90% of its packaging now classified as recyclable, reusable or compostable.
The laboratory is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s feed testing and regulatory capacity, at a time when the country’s livestock sector is under growing pressure.
The Nutrex 7 Series builds on Bühler’s twin-screw extrusion technology, which has been used for more than 40 years in the production of cereals, snacks, pet food, meat alternatives and food ingredients.
The company aims to accelerate automation, AI-driven production, and low-carbon manufacturing to counter rising supply chain and energy costs.
One trial reported sludge accumulation of only 5 cm compared with an expected 70 cm under conventional conditions.
This is the first case since 2004
Around 80 million seabream and seabass juveniles will be released this season, up from 50 million in 2025.
MacDonald brings extensive experience across aquaculture, food production and supply chain management.
The vaccine is administered in three initial doses at day 0, day 30, and day 180, protecting for up to 1 year, with booster doses required thereafter.