De Heus Opens Major Animal Feed Factory in Kenya
Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated Feb 19, 2026
The commissioning of De Heus Animal Nutrition's factory in Kenya is expected to positively impact the agricultural and livestock markets by boosting milk and meat production. This investment, coupled with Kenya's strengthened feed standards, aims to enhance food security and position Kenya as a regional livestock powerhouse.
De Heus Animal Nutrition has commissioned one of Africa's largest animal feed manufacturing facilities in Athi River, Kenya, a KSh 3 billion (approximately USD 23 million) investment. The factory, with an annual production capacity of 240,000 to 260,000 metric tonnes, aims to transform Kenya's livestock economy by improving productivity per animal. Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Mutahi Kagwe, emphasized that this initiative is crucial for Kenya to double its annual milk production from 5.2 billion to 10 billion litres and become a net exporter of livestock products. The government plans to strengthen enforcement and implement a feed quality index to protect farmers from substandard formulations. De Heus Animal Nutrition, a global firm, brings its expertise in animal nutrition, focusing on consistent quality, laboratory testing, and farmer support services. The project is expected to create approximately 280 direct jobs and up to 1,000 indirect jobs, stimulating demand for local raw materials like maize and soybeans. The Kingdom of the Netherlands' Ambassador highlighted the partnership dimension, reflecting confidence in Kenya's agricultural and economic potential. This development signifies a structural shift towards efficiency and quality-driven growth in Kenya's livestock sector.
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