But “paying less per bag of feed” and “spending less to raise a bird/ produce a crate of eggs” are two very different metrics. And the gap between them is where many Nigerian poultry farmers are quietly losing money.

The number that actually matters: Feed Conversion Ratio

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) tells you how many kilograms of feed it takes to produce one kilogram of live bird/a dozen eggs. It is the real measure of what the feed is costing you – not the price tag on the bag.

Here’s a simple way to see it:

• Feed A costs ₦18,000 per 25kg bag, with an FCR of 2.2
• Feed B costs ₦16,500 per 25kg bag, with an FCR of 2.6

Feed B looks like the better deal until you calculate what it actually takes to bring a bird to market weight. A lower-quality feed will mean your birds eat more, grow slower, and take longer to reach target weight, which also means more days of housing, higher labour expenses, and increased overhead cost per bird. This ends up costing more per kilogram of bird produced. This is the calculation that separates farms that scrape by from farms that grow.

What does this mean for how you buy feed?

This isn’t the case for “buy the most expensive option available.” It’s a case for asking better questions before you buy:

• What’s the actual cost-to-value of this feed, not just the cost-per-bag?
• Is the feed formulated specifically for the bird age and purpose (starter, grower, finisher, layer)?
• Has the producer demonstrated consistent, stable quality over a period of time- not just intermittent good batches? A feed that costs slightly more per bag but performs more efficiently and delivers better value overall (lower FCR) isn’t the expensive option. It’s usually the cheaper one.

Where we come in

Our products at Livestock Feeds Plc tick all the boxes… we not only give you good prices but also match that with consistent, standardized feed that meets the specific nutrient requirements of your birds.

If you’re currently choosing feed on price alone, it might be worth running the full numbers before your next purchase. The answer might surprise you.

Have questions about feed performance on your farm, or want to know more about our feed range? Reach out to us or visit your nearest Livestock Feeds Plc distributor.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the 62nd ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Members of LIVESTOCK FEEDS PLC (The “Company” or “LSF”) will be held on;

Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Venue: The Festival Hotel, Diamond Estate, Amuwo Odofin, Lagos State.

Time: 10.00 am

For further details, please click here for the full notice of the Annual General Meeting. 

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Location:  IKEJA MILL

Vendor:  ALL INTERESTED VENDORS

Quote Description: CONSTRUCTION OF OPERATIVE CLOAK ROOM / CONVENIENCE

• UNPRICED BILL

RFQ and the Unpriced BOQ  can be downloaded by clicking the link in the quote description above.

The submission deadline is Wednesday, 18th March 2026.

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Location:  IKEJA MILL

Vendor:  ALL INTERESTED VENDORS

Quote Description: BOREHOLE DRILLING – SHAGAMU

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The submission deadline is Wednesday, 4th March 2026.

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At Livestock Feeds PLC, we believe that building a better tomorrow starts with the impact we make today in our communities, for our people, and future generations.

In 2024, we stepped beyond the boundaries of business to positively impact lives through purposeful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in health, nutrition, education, and community development.

Through these projects, our mission is clear: to sow seeds of hope, nourish communities, and leave a lasting impact where it matters most.

At Livestock Feeds PLC, we are committed to a better tomorrow.

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Watch our official recap video to catch up on the key highlights, from our strategic vision to our commitment to innovation and growth.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the 61st ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Members of LIVESTOCK FEEDS PLC (The “Company” or “LSF”) will be held on;

Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Venue: The Festival Hotel, Diamond Estate, Amuwo Odofin, Lagos State.

Time: 10.00 am

For further details, please click here for the full notice of the Annual General Meeting. 

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Location:  IKEJA MILL

Vendor:  ALL INTERESTED VENDORS

Quote Description: WOOD PALLET CONSTRUCTION

RFQ can be downloaded by clicking the link in the quote description above.

The deadline for submission is Mondday, April 8, 2025.

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