Functional additives

EFSA draws a blank on safety of ethoxyquin use in feed

19-Nov-2015 By Jane Byrne

EFSA says it cannot conclude on the safety of antioxidant, ethoxyquin, as a feed additive for any target animals, its safety for consumers or the environment. 

FDA foreign supplier rules find support and censure from AFIA, NGFA

17-Nov-2015 By Aerin Curtis

New rules from the FDA to verify the safety of foreign foods and feed products imported and intended for use in the US see a mixed reaction from feed industry organizations.

US consumer survey finds concerns over quality of feed used in aquaculture

12-Nov-2015 By Aerin Curtis

US consumers still question the type of feed and feed additives used in farmed fish, say officials with the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GOAL) and wild and farmed fish supplier, The Fishin’ Company.  

IFIF rolls out feed safety pilot in Nigeria

10-Nov-2015 By Jane Byrne

Nigeria is to be the test case country for an international training initiative aimed at increasing feed safety and quality.

Gestation nutrition on AB Neo’s agenda as it acquires Czech firm

16-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

AB Neo says the acquisition of a leading Czech neonatal feeds and producer will give it the means to continue its stream of new products, with a particular focus on maternal nutrition.

Breeding and feeding interplay could make monogastric production more robust

16-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

A process to fractionate protein from grass to leverage such feedstock for pigs and poultry is one of the goals of the five year EU funded Feed-a-Gene project.

Animal nutrition sales in US, Vietnam, aquaculture sector in Latin America boost profits: Cargill

08-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

Despite global commodities market turbulence, Cargill reported a 20% hike in first-quarter profit.

Phytase supplements may improve eggs in heat stressed layers

06-Oct-2015 By Aerin Curtis

Hens raised in conditions generating heat stress may lay better eggs if their diet includes supplemental phytase, even if diet quality is poor, says a group of Iranian researchers.

New piglet feed generated by ForFarmers and Trouw Nutrition tie-up

05-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

ForFarmers says it is looking to grab the number one spot as supplier of piglet feed to sow farmers in North West Europe with a new range it has developed with Trouw Nutrition. 

Animal Health Institute hits back

'The issue of disease prevention is a very large loophole' - no let up from consumer advocates on FDA antibiotics policy

05-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

US public advocacy group, Consumers Union, said it is “very concerned” the FDA's guidance will actually have very little bearing on antibiotic use in food animals.  

Supporting immunity in breeding herd can help control PEDv outbreak on US pig farms: expert

05-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

The US National Pork Board said pig farmers need to continue to be on guard to prevent the occurrence of the PED virus on their farms. 

‘The breadth and depth of the submissions was staggering’ Nor Feed talks awards and growth strategy

02-Oct-2015 By Jane Byrne

French botanicals group, Nor Feed, has recognized an Indian researcher for his work in plant extracts in the first edition of its Veterinarian Nor-Feed Award, which includes a €5,000 prize.

California bill, if ratified, would enact tough legislation on the use of antibiotics in livestock

01-Oct-2015 By Aerin Curtis

A Californian bill may be set to change state law regarding use of medically important antimicrobial drugs in livestock from January 2018.

USDA researchers seeking to leverage feeds to boost trout performance

24-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

A US research team, led by US Department of Agriculture (USDA) based scientists, is aiming to improve the efficiency of rainbow trout production by the development of alternative feeds and fish better able to use those feeds.

Phytobiotics aiming to triple turnover by 2020 as new plant goes online

21-Sep-2015 By Jane Byrne

German feed additives producer, Phytobiotics, is chasing a global turnover of €120m within five years time fueled by its entry into the US, additional Chinese demand and further bans on antibiotic growth promoters in many markets.

AFIA claims phase-in dates of animal food rule one of its ‘biggest victories’

15-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) hail the inbuilt flexibility of the final animal food rule under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

DSM carotenoid product awarded GRAS as a nutritive antioxidant for breeder hens

10-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

DSM’s canthaxanthin supplement Carophyll Red 10% has received a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) label as a nutritive antioxidant to support the development of chicken embryos from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 

Patent pending for fermented feed additive said to help animals in disease challenges

08-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

Diamond V is currently in the process of patenting a fermented feed supplement that is said to limit foodborne pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter present in animals at harvest.

Feed sector welcomes FDA guidance on nanoparticles

07-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) says the FDA’s publication on the future use of nanomaterials in feed is to be commended and will facilitate further research into new technologies.

Nutreco to boost R&D spend in applied science drive

03-Sep-2015 By Jane Byrne

Nutreco has flagged up its plan to double its investment in R&D and innovation in both animal and fish feed as it rebrands its livestock nutrition activities.

Antibiotic reduction in poultry

‘We think, and believe and have some experience that we can raise chickens without any antibiotics’: Perdue Foods

03-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

The goal of Perdue Foods, said Bruce Stewart-Brown, senior vice president of food safety, quality and live production at the US chicken processing company, remains to end the use of antibiotics and eliminate the need to use them.

Nutriad seeks to build momentum, expand products and US markets

03-Sep-2015 By Jane Byrne

Nutriad is increasing its US focus on its digestive products and seeking to expand into new markets.

Researchers find many factors lead to fatigued cattle syndrome, not just beta agonist use

03-Sep-2015 By Aerin Curtis

Fatigued cattle syndrome has been identified in feedlot cattle as the result of multiple factors, not just the use of beta agonists, say several US researchers.

Feed additive may cut cow methane emissions, boosts daily gain

27-Aug-2015 By Aerin Einstein-Curtis

A dairy cow methane inhibitor may work long-term, improve daily weight gain and boost milk protein and lactose production, researchers report. 

SPECIAL EDITION: EARLY ANIMAL NUTRITION

AB Neo taking a 'fundamentally different' route to calf nutrition

12-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

AB Neo, a division of AB Agri that is focused on neonate performance, is extending its accelerator program, initially focused on piglets, to calves.

The Phileo Farm: yeast holds potential for solving ruminant nutritional challenges

10-Aug-2015 By Lynda Searby

Developing yeast and enzyme combinations that can improve the bioavailability of poor fiber sources and identifying micro-organisms that can detoxify mycotoxins are two of the research areas in focus at Phileo Lesaffre Animal Care’s new nutrition and...

Cargill posts Q4 loss, cites underperforming emerging markets

06-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

Cargill saw profits tumble in the past few months, with the lackluster growth in developing countries blamed for a net loss of $51m in fourth quarter results.

Gut health in broilers: is Novus backed research showing the way?

06-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

The team behind an industry and academia collaborative project claims they have pinpointed seven potential biomarkers for gut barrier failure in broilers – an outcome that could support the hunt for effective antibiotic alternatives in poultry production.

Appeal of the vitamin E market for Chinese players has eroded: DSM

04-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

Spot prices for vitamin E bottomed out in H1 2015, said Dutch nutrition giant, DSM, in releasing its Q2 results today with it claiming Chinese competitors in the space are weakened. 

Special Edition: Feed Safety

EU wide recognition for UK’s feed industry reward scheme

03-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

A UK model favoring a culture of dialogue between public authorities and the feed industry along with a recently implemented reward scheme for compliant feed businesses is being hailed as a potential system for adoption Europe wide. 

Yalelo to build pioneering fish feed mill in Zambia

03-Aug-2015 By Jane Byrne

Zambian based tilapia producer, Yalelo, will become a vertically integrated operation when its $6m aqua feed mill opens at the end of 2016.

UK feed producer Thompsons invests £2.5m to cut its CO2 emissions by 2,000 tons

30-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

UK animal feed company, Thompsons, is investing £2.5m in a new heat and energy plant.

Special Edition: Feed Safety

Experts identify inherent risks in algae, insects as feed and call for more robust risk assessment measures

28-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

Heightened national risk assessment is seen as decisive in mitigating both existing and new hazards, said the two bodies behind a recent international feed risk analysis event in Rome.

Ginger or inulin could minimize in-feed antibiotic usage in pigs

27-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

A new study indicates that either inulin and ginger supplementation of the feed of grower pigs could be effective in establishing a favorable gut microbial composition.

Cargill sets out its aqua feed ambitions as it invests $30m in Ecuador shrimp feed sector

24-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

Cargill has formed a joint venture with shrimp producer, Naturisa, to build a $30 million shrimp feed facility near Guayaquil in Ecuador.

Canadian scientists seek ways to improve chicken health

24-Jul-2015 By Aerin Curtis

Canadian researchers are actively developing ways to improve chicken health through the use of immune boosters and promotion of good bacteria in the digestive tract in place of antibiotics.

DSM feed additive opinion: EFSA queries benefits of urine pH reduction in sows

20-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

DSM says the EU risk assessor has acknowledged the ability of its feed additive to lower urine pH in sows but EFSA questions whether such a function can deliver much in terms of swine productivity.

De Heus sees huge opportunities for growth in the Balkans

20-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

De Heus has acquired Serbian feed maker Proteinka in a bid to strengthen its foothold in the Balkans.

Industry views sought on aqua feed standard: IFFO queries lack of metrics on soy

16-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

The IFFO is backing the draft ASC Responsible Feed Standard but questions why there is such a focus on marine ingredients given the fact they only make up the minority of the aqua feed formulation. 

ADM in joint venture to capitalize on growth in liquid feed supplement segment

07-Jul-2015 By Aerin Curtis

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) and Quality Liquid Feeds (QLF) are forming a joint venture in the US to provide liquid feed supplements for certain states and to build on buoyancy in the segment.

Feed additives that reduce inflammation said to be key in a shift away from antibiotics in poultry

02-Jul-2015 By Jane Byrne

Did you miss our free webinar on antibiotic alternatives in poultry feed? If so, don’t worry as you can listen to the on demand version for the next three months.

Do you want to find out more about antibiotic alternatives in feed? Our forum tomorrow will reveal all....

29-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

Time is running out to register for our forum on antibiotic alternatives in feed - sign up today to listen in and send your questions to our global experts. 

Brazilian team explores potential of lactic acid bacteria as tool to tackle mycotoxin contamination

25-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

Brazilian researchers are looking for lactic acid bacteria (LAB) strains able to adsorb or to degrade mycotoxins in the hunt for ingredients to alleviate the negative effects of the molds on animal health.

What is around the corner for feed production? We get a glimpse into the future at VICTAM 2015

22-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

Experts at the Cologne feed technology event reveal how the EU feed sector can become more sustainable and predict dramatic changes for feed milling in Europe ten years down the line.

Epigenetics and big data take center stage at Nutreco event

18-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

Big data has become a buzzword in the agribusiness industry but it should not be forgotten that data does not always equal ‘information’, said Nutreco.

Fishmeal has shifted from being a bulk commodity traded on price to a strategic ingredient: Rabobank

18-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

Fishmeal has moved from being a commodity to a high priced strategic ingredient in feed where other protein sources cannot be used, says Rabobank and the IFFO agrees.

Agribusiness needs to step up investment in technology: Diamond V

05-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

US fermentation technology specialist, Diamond V, has been engaging with academia to ensure curriculum development within agriculture industry orientated education programs reflects the needs of the marketplace.

AFIA objects to record retention timeframe under new VFD rule

04-Jun-2015 By Jane Byrne

The US feed sector has questioned the reporting obligations sought under the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) as the FDA releases the final version of the rule that aims to bring the use of medically important antimicrobials under veterinary supervision.

Cargill expands presence in Turkish premix market with acquisition

28-May-2015 By Jane Byrne

Cargill’s animal nutrition business has acquired a majority stake in a leading premix and feed additive player in the Turkish market, Ekol Gida.

French feed firm’s appeal dismissal will incentivize settlement in cartel cases: legal experts

28-May-2015 By Jane Byrne

The European General Court has found against, Timab, part of France’s Roullier Group, over an appeal it lodged challenging a fine – nearly €60 million - that the EU Commission had imposed on it due to its participation in a feed phosphates cartel.