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Boosting Local Agriculture: Amo Byng Nig Ltd. And Kwara State Join Forces To Empower Soybean Farmers

Amo Byng Nig Limited, a leading poultry feed and concentrate producer, has launched a strategic partnership with the Kwara State Government to support local soybean farmers and address the current shortage impacting Nigeria’s poultry feed production. The collaboration, initiated on July 16, 2024, marks a pivotal move towards revitalizing the soybean industry in the region.

The shortage of soybeans has significantly increased feed production costs for poultry farming, with a large portion of Nigeria’s soybeans being exported. To counter this, Amo Byng Nig Ltd. is stepping in to aid local farmers by providing essential farming inputs and committing to purchase their soybean harvest. This initiative aims to boost local production, enhance raw material availability, and lower production costs.

In this pilot program, Amo Byng Nig Ltd. has equipped 300 farmers with inputs to cultivate soybeans across 1,500 hectares in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, covering four communities. The Kwara State Government has supported this effort by allocating tractors to assist with land preparation, improving farming efficiency.

Dr. Ayoola Oduntan, Group Managing Director of Amo Byng Nig Ltd., highlighted the partnership’s importance: “Tackling the soybean shortage is essential for the poultry industry, as it directly impacts feed production. This collaboration is crucial for providing farmers with necessary inputs and guaranteeing the purchase of their harvest, aiming to boost local production and mitigate the raw material shortage.”

Dr. Ayoola Belgore, Managing Director of Amo Byng Nig Ltd., outlined the broader vision: “This pilot program is a significant step, but our vision extends beyond this phase. We are committed to expanding its reach and extending its benefits to other states in the near future.”

Mr. Adedamola Adeyeye, Head of Business at Amo Byng Nig Ltd., emphasized the comprehensive support for farmers: “In addition to providing essential inputs, we are dedicated to offering technical support and training throughout the production period to ensure farmers’ success.”

Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, Kwara State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, expressed gratitude to the company and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting the project and local farmers.

Key stakeholders, including Mrs. Funke Sokoya, Permanent Secretary of the Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture, Mr. Shuib Alawaye, Coordinator of Farmers Group, and Mr. Solomon Olawoyin, Kwara State Chairman of the Soybean Growers Association, were also present at the event.

This partnership represents a significant advancement in agricultural collaboration, promising to revitalize soybean production in Nigeria and pave the way for a more sustainable and cost-effective poultry feed industry.

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