The government has announced a plan to boost meat exports and gain access to high-value international markets. This initiative is expected to significantly expand the livestock sector, potentially leading to an increase in the number of animals raised for meat. Currently, over 12 million households across the country are involved in livestock rearing, and this plan is likely to stimulate higher production levels.
As meat production intensifies, there will be a corresponding rise in the demand for grains, which typically make up 40–70% of feed in meat-focused diets, depending on the stage of growth. Among the grains, corn is expected to be particularly beneficial, as wheat remains a priority for human consumption.
As corn is a high-energy grain that plays a crucial role in promoting weight gain improving feed efficiency in meat animals, making it economically beneficial for producers targeting export-quality meat. It is likely that in the upcoming years, the area under corn cultivation is expected to increase from 1.5 million hectares to over 1.75 million hectares, generating additional supplies to help meet the growing demand for livestock feed and support the country’s meat export goals.
