GOVT. POLICY & REGULATORY
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Flosell proposes Ghana’s first commercial mariculture project to tackle fish deficit
The project seeks to farm fish in offshore marine environments using advanced technology and international best practices to increase domestic production.
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Jigawa governor leads Argentina mission to scale forage farming and agribusiness
Jigawa State is studying Argentina’s forage systems to raise feed supply, support livestock growth, and open export routes to Middle Eastern markets.
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Kenya moves to expand livestock market under DRIVE Project
The initiative seeks to transform livelihoods by providing drought index insurance, improving digital access to finance, and creating structured markets for livestock and related products.
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Bunge gains ASC approval for soy certification used in aquafeed
The approval clears Bunge’s PRO-S program for use under ASC Feed Standard rules and supports wider use of verified soy in fish feed.
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Livestock purchases drive Moroccan food imports to US$10.3B in 2025
Livestock imports surged by 25% in 2025 following the suspension of duties and taxes.
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Algeria authorizes cattle imports from Ukraine
The move comes as the country expands supply options amid rising meat imports.
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SA farmers fear new FMD wave as vaccine gaps and illegal imports raise alarm
Farmers in Eastern Cape say FMD keeps spreading fast, while authorities warn that poor vaccine control could worsen the crisis.
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KALRO names Patrick Ketiem as Director General after Kireger’s exit
The appointment comes as the research agency sharpens its focus on climate resilience, food security, and farmer support across Kenya.
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Kenyan government opposes bill to merge human and veterinary medicines
The merging of veterinary and human medicines would pose risk to public health, food safety and livestock production as well as compromise international best practices.
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Côte d’Ivoire applies 9% VAT on animal feed, raising cost concerns for livestock, poultry value chain
Until the end of 2025, animal and poultry feed, as well as inputs used in their manufacture, were exempt from VAT.
