Lagos, Nigeria, September 5, 2022—To support the growth and sustainability of Nigeria's livestock industry, IFC today announced a partnership with the Nigerian subsidiary of Bar Magen LTD, Agro Bar Magen Nigeria (ABMN), a livestock feed manufacturing company operating in Nigeria since 2009, to increase production of livestock feed and…
Most of the infections in animal body system manifest by conquering the immune system through poor gut health. Guts refer to the portions of alimentary canal, especially the stomach and the intestines. It is responsible for up to 70% of the animal’s immune response activity. It performs four…
NEWCASTLE DISEASE IN POULTRY VIA POULTRYDVM Poultry farming is a delicate balance between nurture and vigilance. The health of your flock is the linchpin, and understanding and managing potential threats are paramount. In this comprehensive guide, we navigate the terrain of poultry health and disease management, focusing on…
Image via Cheminique Livestock farming plays a significant role in Nigeria's agricultural sector, providing essential resources such as meat, milk, eggs, and fish. To ensure the overall health and productivity of livestock, it is crucial to prioritize their gut health. The digestive system of animals, including cattle, poultry,…
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) in Nigeria has confirmed the presence of one case of Anthrax disease in a mixed livestock farm located in Niger State. This marks the first reported animal case in Nigeria since the West Africa outbreak began in Ghana in…
Image credit: freepik As a livestock farmer in Nigeria, you understand that the key to successful livestock farming lies in ensuring your animals are healthy and well-nourished. A crucial aspect of this is providing your animals with high-quality supplementary feeds that contain essential nutrients they need to thrive.…
Toxin binder: The quality of raw materials available in the market for feed production is questionable. Recently, livestock farmers are complaining about the Ground Nut Cake (GNC) available in the market that comes with higher toxin levels and with pods milled together. This type of GNC is not…
In the beginning. Animal nutritionists are invariably ag school graduates. We don’t talk much about our ag school system anymore, but it was a driving force is America’s rapid rise to prominence in world commerce. In the 1860’s our government authorized the Morrill Land Grant Act, setting aside…
In the world of modern agriculture, the chicken, hog and beef feedlot facilities all focus on one number to access their profit and competitiveness. That number is feed conversion, used as the only criteria for any and every management decision. Their complete focus is the amount of grain…
Quality of protein gets little attention. Do you realize that it is possible for a diet that is 17% protein to be more nutritious than one that is 28% protein? The average pet owner thinks the higher the protein of a diet the better. This is not true…