REINING IN FEED COSTS: PRACTICAL ALTERNATIVES AND FEED-MANAGEMENT TACTICS FOR AFRICAN FARMS
Why feed costs matter most in aquaculture? Feed is the single largest operational expense in aquaculture. For many African farms, feed can represent 50–70% of operating costs, making it the most important factor in profitability. Rising global commodity prices, reliance on imported ingredients, and supply chain risks amplify this challenge for African producers. To stay …