Guinea’s local chicken industry is facing serious difficulties, threatening thousands of jobs in the country. Local producers are in fact undermined by foreign competition, which endangers the entire sector. If no action is taken, more than 5,000 employees could lose their jobs.
The situation is particularly worrying for chick producers, who are forced to temporarily close their factories due to the massive importation of chicks at lower prices than the local market. Despite their investments and their approaches to the authorities, these producers find it difficult to cope with this unfair competition.
In this context, many employees find themselves unemployed and face great difficulties in providing for their families. Some even consider emigration to find better opportunities abroad, even as they aspire to serve their country and contribute to its development.
Faced with this critical situation, it is imperative that the Guinean authorities take measures to support local chicken producers. It is crucial to protect the domestic industry by limiting chick imports and promoting local production. Incentive and financial support measures could also be put in place to help producers face foreign competition.
It is important to emphasize that the survival of the local chicken industry is not only about jobs, but also about the country’s food security. By promoting local production, we encourage food self-sufficiency and ensure a stable supply of quality meat for the population.
In conclusion, there is an urgent need for concrete measures to be taken to support the local chicken industry in Guinea. The future of thousands of employees and the country’s food security are at stake. It is time to protect and promote our local producers to ensure a sustainable future for the poultry industry in Guinea.