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Soy sourcing spotlight: Traders lagging in legislative alignment

The fourth annual soy trader assessment by the Soy Transparency Coalition (STC) has highlighted significant gaps in efforts toward achieving fully deforestation- and conversion-free soy.

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From hurdles to heights: Maltento's journey in insect biotechnology

What are some of the challenges that South Africa’s Maltento has encountered on its journey from a small-scale operation to a serious player in insect biotechnology?

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Protein Kinetics: Fast protein in weaned pig diets improves growth and reduces nitrogen excretion

Hamlet Protein has conducted research into the speed of digestion and absorption of protein, also known as protein kinetics. Here are the latest surprising results.

USDA orders mandatory bird flu testing for dairy cows

According to the federal order, dairy cattle must test negative for HPAI type A ahead of being moved interstate.

When will EU set limits on 'forever chemicals' in feed?

The EU is intensifying efforts to develop enforceable limits on Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in animal feed, building upon last year's regulation targeting PFAS levels in food.

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Blue Food Innovation Summit 2024: Scaling novel solutions and diversifying raw materials for aquafeed

As factors such as climate change and regulation change is impacting the aquafeed industry, aquaculture producers, nutritionists and feed manufacturers are coming together to explore more sustainable solutions.

EU Parliament approves corporate sustainability due diligence law: Is this a new era for accountability?

The EU Parliament today approved the final Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), which was renegotiated earlier this year.

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Can cows flip the climate narrative?

Over the past five years, a research alliance has created tools for estimating the carbon footprint of grazing ruminant animals, and it has generated some surprising results.

Insect protein for companion animals: Hill’s Pet Nutrition sees great potential

Leading US pet food manufacturer Hill’s Pet Nutrition highlights insects as a valuable, sustainable protein and fiber source for dogs.

UV light signalling: the next frontier in plant science?

New Zealand-based BioLumic uses ultraviolet (UV) light to boost the growth, yield, and quality of various crops, including corn, soybeans, lettuce and cannabis. It is now bringing its tech to ryegrass in an attempt to manage the country’s notorious methane...