Soproda delivers 165,000 chicks to Mali
The chicks were shipped from Belgium to Bamako on a chartered vessel.
MALI – Soproda, a French poultry company, has transported 165,000 chicks from Ostend, Belgium, to Bamako, Mali, as part of a large-scale operation carried out on August 26, 2026.
The firm chartered a full cargo ship for the consignment, which required extensive logistics to ensure safe delivery across West Africa.
According to the company, the chicks were transported under strict health protocols, with temperature and ventilation adjusted throughout the journey to maintain their condition.
The shipment reflects Soproda’s approach of supplying day-old chicks across Africa and French overseas territories, even in locations that are considered difficult to access.
The chicks were sourced from breeding centers in Europe that specialize in producing lines for both egg and meat production.
The company indicated that the birds are valued by farmers for their growth rates and production potential, and support teams are available locally to assist with management after arrival.
Each year, Soproda exports more than 4 million chicks, which it says is close to 10 percent of French output.
The delivery to Mali came only a few days after the company completed the installation of new poultry equipment in Senegal.
Poultry Equipment Installed in Senegal
In Senegal, Soproda set up systems in two brood houses designed for broiler breeder flocks.
One building was constructed to accommodate 13,500 female birds, while the second was fitted for 6,500 females and 3,000 males.
The installations included automated feeding and watering systems, heating and ventilation units, as well as weighing tools for monitoring growth.
Suspended feed chains were installed in the female house to distribute rations evenly and reduce wastage.
For the mixed flock, Pan feeding trays were added to allow separate feeding for males, which helps to avoid competition with females.
The watering setup is based on Plasson Mark II drinkers, equipment widely used for its regulated water flow and hygiene benefits.
Indoor climate control was addressed with tunnel ventilation systems, cooling panels and high-capacity extractors.
Jet MASTER heaters were installed to provide consistent warming during the early production cycle.
The houses are also equipped with a VIPER Touch computer system that monitors and adjusts production parameters.
To track bird weights, two Swing 20 poultry scales were fitted in each house, enabling farmers to identify variations early.
The installations come as Senegal’s poultry industry continues to expand and increase flock management capacity.
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