Ghana's Poultry Sector at Risk from Cheap Imports and Rising Feed Costs

Boris Baidoo, CEO of Boris B's Farms, has raised alarm over the challenges facing Ghana's poultry industry, primarily due to cheap imports and escalating feed costs. He emphasized that while local expertise exists, inconsistent policy support is hampering domestic production efforts. Currently, feed prices account for a staggering 70% of production costs, putting immense pressure on local poultry producers. Baidoo advocates for enhanced collaboration between the government and private investors to create affordable feed alternatives. He also calls for the establishment of a unified national poultry policy aimed at safeguarding local producers and ensuring food security in the country. Without these measures, the future of Ghana's poultry industry remains uncertain, jeopardizing both local livelihoods and the nation's food supply.