If scaled successfully, single-cell proteins like Uniprotein could begin to compete with traditional feed inputs such as soybean meal and fishmeal.
The appointment comes as NOVUS strengthens its capabilities through acquisitions, partnerships and increased research activity in feed additives.
Juncao technology is a system that uses specially selected fast-growing grasses as a sustainable resource for agriculture, particularly in livestock and mushroom production
With the newly announced purchases, the total volume of planned feed raw material imports over the short term has exceeded 800,000 tonnes.
Multi-mycotoxin contamination continues to pose a major challenge for global feed production, according to the 2025 Global Mycotoxin Report
The facility will produce complete grind-mix bulk feed, primarily for swine and poultry farms, using local corn, soybean meal, and other ingredients.
The initiative is addressing feed shortages and high production costs, including research into alternative feed sources such as black soldier fly larvae, and is supporting sustainable growth.
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.
Export approvals also covered fish feed and feed additives, alongside processed and frozen poultry products including quail, duck, pigeon, and turkey.