Delta State allocates land for $70 million Olam Agri feed mill

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has broken ground for a $70 million integrated animal feed manufacturing facility in Ogwashi-Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area. The project, led by Olam Agri, involves the allocation of approximately 100 hectares of land provided by the state government.

The facility is expected to produce 450,000 metric tonnes of poultry feed and nearly 100,000 tonnes of aquafeed annually. By localizing production, the plant aims to serve farmers across the South-South and South-East regions of Nigeria, addressing high operational costs caused by the rising prices of maize and soya beans.

Governor Oborevwori stated that the investment is a result of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit and is intended to reduce logistics costs and improve food security. The project is also expected to create employment and provide a reliable market for local producers of agricultural raw materials.