Animal Health and Nutrition

The facility will produce complete grind-mix bulk feed, primarily for swine and poultry farms, using local corn, soybean meal, and other ingredients.

Aqua-Spark Africa aims to address these constraints by investing across the entire value chain.

The national feed and fodder ecosystem addresses longstanding gaps in Uganda’s livestock sector.

The initiative is expected to benefit approximately 1.43 million individuals nationwide, with at least 30% of participants being women.

Unlike salmon, increasing omega-3 intake in trout doesn’t translate to better health, survival rates, or growth performance.

Export approvals also covered fish feed and feed additives, alongside processed and frozen poultry products including quail, duck, pigeon, and turkey.

Zearalenone (ZEN) was detected in 62% of global samples, making it one of the most prevalent mycotoxins in feed ingredients and complete feeds.

Veramaris stood out to the jury for its innovative approach to sustainable feed production.

The project will generate significant employment opportunities, reduce farmer-herder conflicts, and increase access to nutrient-rich feed.

The transition of the fishmeal industry from land to sea represents a significant shift in the regional “blue economy” landscape, carrying profound fiscal and environmental implications.