Animal feed from agricultural by-products
Innovation Type:
Water-Energy-Food
Product Segment:
Other
Country of Incorporation:
Tunisia
Country of Implementation:
Tunisia
Company Stage:
Stage 1: 0 to 100 end-users
Seeking Investment:
Yes, $1 million USD
Contact Name:
Malak Boukthir
Contact Email:
Challenges
In Tunisia, agricultural inefficiencies, particularly in animal feed production, pose significant challenges as the market mostly relies on costly imports (e.g., the rising price of imported soy-based animal feed), which drives up costs and reduces profitability for farmers. The reliance on imported feed ingredients further highlights these issues, making the sector vulnerable to international market fluctuations.
In many agricultural communities, women are actively involved in livestock rearing and animal husbandry activities. However, they often face barriers in accessing affordable technologies and resources that can enhance their productivity and income.
Solutions
Ecofeed’s technology offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution by utilizing locally-sourced agricultural by-products, such as crab waste and geothermal agriculture waste, to produce high-quality feed ingredients. This approach not only lowers production expenses, but also promotes resource efficiency and supports local economies. By minimizing waste and decreasing reliance on imports, the innovator’s feed production reduces environmental impacts.
Ecofeed also plays a significant role in improving the lives of female farmers. By offering a cost-effective solution for animal feed production, Ecofeed empowers female farmers to increase their livestock productivity and generate additional income. As their approach reduces the reliance on expensive imported feed ingredients, the innovator’s products are more accessible for female farmers with limited financial resources.
