Nigerian poultry farmers suffer due to high feed costs

The poultry industry in Nigeria – one of its most vibrant agricultural sectors – is on the verge of collapse. As the average price of feed ingredients has risen by over 168% in the last 3 years, some farmers are walking away from their livelihoods as profits drop and security risks remain high. The consumption of poultry meat in Nigeria in 2021 was estimated to be over 200,00 tonnes with a 4.5% increase compared to 2019. The demand for poultry meat in Nigeria, which the United Nations Foo