Updated environmental footprint rules for feed published
The technical update of the PEFCR Feed extends its validity until December 2025, without significant methodological changes.
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USDA corn and soybean projections for 2024/25 - February 2025
Compared to the January report, significant cuts were made in South American corn harvests and in exports from Brazil and Ukraine, related to the fall in Chinese imports. A decrease in the global soybean harvest and ending stocks was again projected, due to lower production in Argentina.
Argentina: Soybean crushing returns to record highs
Oilseed processing broke records in December and confirms the industry's good performance. Strong demand for corn further boosts corn shipments, which beat wheat exports.
The importance of uniformity and mixing quality in swine feed production
Uniformity and quality play a key role in the success of both the feed mill and the farm. The quality of swine feed starts with proper diet formulation, which must meet the animal's nutritional needs at every stage of its life, and a proper mixing process ensures uniform nutrient distribution and directly impacts production performance, animal health and welfare, and economic efficiency.
Brenntag Specialties announces exclusive partnership with HiProMine to distribute their insect-based products for the Animal Nutrition and Pet Food industries in Europe
With this functional insect-derived feed components ingredient from HiProMine, Brenntag is further expanding its sustainable ingredients portfolio.
Impacts of single and combined probiotics on growing-finishing pigs and swine compost
Complex probiotic supplementation in growing-finishing pigs may improve feed efficiency and manure emissions.
IPPE 2025: Innovation and trends for the meat and compound feed industries
From January 28-30, Atlanta was once again the epicenter of the livestock, meat, and compound feed industries with a new edition of the International Production & Processing Expo.
Brazilian soybean prices return to March 2024 levels
The pressure came from the advance of the 2024/25 harvest in Brazil, the reduction of withholding taxes on the soybean complex in Argentina, and the exchange rate devaluation.
Vietnam's animal feed exports in 2024
Exports of animal feed and raw materials will reach nearly 1.04 billion USD in 2024, down 13.2% compared to 2023.
Indole-3-propionic acid boosts growth and helps prevent diarrhea by supporting antioxidant balance and reducing intestinal inflammation in weaned piglets
Indole-3-propionic acid supplementation in weanling pigs may improve growth performance and intestinal health.
NOVUS and DPP team up to recognize excellence in swine education
Nominations are open globally for a new award recognizing swine educators.
Organic acids: Formic acid, lactic acid, and propionic acid
This data sheet presents a brief compilation of scientific studies that have evaluated the effect of formic acid, lactic acid, and propionic acid on pig gastrointestinal health and production performance at different stages of production.
TechMix Europe hires Mayte Aragon
Working from the TechMix European headquarters in Barcelona, Ms. Aragon will be responsible for all supply chain functions across Europe.
Can probiotics alleviate constipation and inflammation in late-gestating and lactating sows?
Dietary probiotic supplementation may reduce the inflammatory status in gestating and lactating sows.
VIV Asia 2025: High-level Seminars on Sustainable Animal Farming, Biosecurity, Disease Prevention and More
With over 150 curated sessions led by 300 industry experts, VIV Asia 2025 provides an unparalleled platform for knowledge-building and networking.
Brazil: Cereal production for 2024/25 is estimated at 322.3 Mt
Good performance is due to the favorable weather during the growth of the first harvests.