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Swedish dairy sector maintains commitment to GM-free soy

By Paul Gander

Annually-negotiated compensation from the leading dairy companies together with retailer pressure are maintaining the Swedish dairy sector’s de facto commitment to avoid using genetically-modified (GM) soy, despite concerns about GM-free supply and pricing.  

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US on track for record corn crop

By Aerin Einstein-Curtis

US corn crop looks to set a new record and beat the output levels of 2014 by 324m bushels says the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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Straw may offer gold for drought feed

By Aerin Einstein-Curtis

Wheat straw supports young cattle growth, production when included in a diet with wet corn gluten feed, says US researcher. 

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Special Edition: Feed Industry Consolidation Review

No let up expected in aqua feed M&A activity: PwC

By Jane Byrne

We caught up with Christopher Nolan, managing director, global deals origination at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, who recently spoke at Alltech’s One conference, to hear about his views on amalgamation of the global feed sector.

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Peru announces kick off date and quota for anchovy fishing season

Drop in prices but uncertainties remain in fishmeal market

By Jane Byrne

Fishmeal prices are expected to decrease as Peru sets the first season anchovy quota and announces when the fishing season will start, says an expert.