Staff from the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa regional office recently traveled to Nigeria to observe a feed trial demonstrating the benefits of U.S. distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) in poultry diets. The trial showed improvements in poultry survivability, production stability, and meat quality.
Mohamed Salah Bouthour, USGBC deputy regional director for Africa, noted that Nigeria’s variable feed grain prices create opportunities for U.S. producers. “By facilitating larger purchases, U.S. DDGS can become cost-competitive while enhancing livestock health,” he said. Bouthour also highlighted potential for U.S. sorghum, which lacks tannins—a key advantage in the Nigerian market.
Following Nigeria, the delegation visited Ghana to engage with poultry and feed industry leaders, including the Poultry Association of Ghana. Discussions focused on boosting domestic poultry competitiveness, where U.S. corn and DDGS could play vital roles, especially in aquaculture.
“Imported meats dominate Ghana’s market, but U.S. feed grains could drive growth if the domestic industry strengthens,” Bouthour said.
Stakeholders in both countries expressed interest in ongoing feed trials and educational programs, underscoring the promise of U.S. products to support West Africa’s livestock sectors.
