From Root to Ranch: How Ayosifam is Powering Kwara’s Livestock Revolution

The agricultural landscape in Kwara State is shifting. With the recent announcement of Kwara State as a pilot for the National Ranching Policy, the conversation has moved from just “growing crops” to building a “circular economy.”

At Ayosifam Integrated Service Limited, we have always said that there is no such thing as waste—only misplaced resources. Today, our “Waste-to-Wealth” model is becoming a critical pillar in supporting the state’s move toward organized ranching and livestock development.

 

The Challenge: The High Cost of Feed

One of the biggest hurdles for the new ranching pilot is the soaring cost of animal feed. Traditional grain-based feeds are expensive and often compete with human food consumption. This is where the humble cassava root—and specifically its peel—enters the spotlight.

 

The Ayosifam Solution: High-Energy Cassava Peel Fodder

In our processing centers, we handle tons of cassava to produce our signature Garri, Fufu, and Lafun. By-products that were once discarded are now being repurposed to fuel the livestock industry:

• Nutrient-Rich Energy: Cassava peels are packed with the carbohydrates needed for cattle and small ruminants to gain weight and produce quality milk.

• Affordability: By “buying back” peels from our network of peelers and processing them efficiently, we can offer livestock farmers a high-quality feed alternative at a fraction of the cost of maize.

 

Supporting the National Ranching Policy

As Kwara leads the way in this national pilot, Ayosifam is positioned as a key partner for local ranchers. We are moving beyond being “just a flour company” to becoming an integrated energy and feed provider.

Our model ensures that:

1. Smallholder Farmers earn more from every harvest (selling the root + the peel).

2. SME Processors eliminate the environmental hazard of rotting peels.

3. Ranchers get access to a consistent, locally sourced, and affordable energy source for their herds.

 

A Circular Future for Kwara

The transition to ranching requires more than just land; it requires an ecosystem. By turning “cassava waste” into “livestock wealth,” Ayosifam is helping to reduce farmer-herder tensions through resource availability and boosting the overall GDP of Kwara State.

At Ayosifam, we don’t just feed people; we feed the system that sustains us all.