A training seminar was held in Abengourou, Côte d'Ivoire, on September 30, 2026, to educate livestock farmers and technicians on the advantages of using premix in animal feed formulation. The seminar, organized by Mixscience and the Société Africaine d'échanges commerciaux (AFRECO), brought together farmers, technicians, and a veterinarian from the Abengourou area. The training aimed to enhance the practical knowledge of local actors to improve the quality of their feed and livestock performance.
Dr. Koné Abou, Technical Responsible for West Africa at Mixscience, presented the benefits of premix in animal feed formulation. He explained that premix are micro-ingredients essential for formulating animal feed, including vitamins, minerals, trace elements, enzymes, and other additives necessary for meeting animal nutritional needs. The presentation highlighted several advantages of Mixscience premix, such as improved nutrient digestibility, egg yolk pigmentation control, mycotoxin protection, and the VSTAR technology.
The VSTAR technology helps preserve active principles until they reach their site of action in the digestive tract. Dr. Koné Abou also discussed the adaptation of formulations to Côte d'Ivoire's hot and humid climate, including inputs to help animals cope with heat stress. The use of adapted premix contributes to improved nutrient utilization and animal performance while enabling farmers to better control production costs.
According to Dr. Koné Abou, the consumption index is a key performance indicator for evaluating feed effectiveness. This index measures the quantity of feed required to produce a kilogram of chicken or a given quantity of eggs. The training also covered the commercialization of Mixscience products, which includes technical support to contribute to the development of Côte d'Ivoire's livestock sector.
The collaboration between Mixscience and AFRECO aims to support local livestock farmers in improving their feed quality and animal performance. The seminar provided a platform for farmers to learn from experts and share experiences. The training also targeted farmers who produce their own feed, as well as technicians and a veterinarian from the Abengourou area.
Mixscience is a French company specializing in animal nutrition, with nearly 100 years of experience. The company belongs to an agro-industrial group that includes Sanders, a major player in French animal nutrition. The use of Mixscience products provides access to this expertise, enabling Côte d'Ivoire's livestock farmers to benefit from international best practices.
The training seminar in Abengourou is part of a broader effort to develop Côte d'Ivoire's livestock sector. By improving feed quality and animal performance, farmers can increase their productivity and competitiveness. The collaboration between Mixscience and local stakeholders aims to contribute to the growth and modernization of Côte d'Ivoire's livestock industry.
Key points
- The training seminar in Abengourou focused on the benefits of using premix in animal feed formulation.
- The use of premix can improve nutrient utilization and animal performance while reducing production costs.
- The collaboration between Mixscience and AFRECO aims to support local livestock farmers in improving their feed quality and animal performance.
