COP29 told global climate funds failing grassroots farmers
The two largest global climate funds are failing to channel vital financing to grassroots farmer organizations, where it could have the greatest impact, reads a new study.
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How can industry engage farmers and collaborate to achieve methane reduction?
At the Animal Agtech Innovation Summit in Amsterdam earlier this month, an expert panel explored strategies for reducing methane emissions, focusing on how industry collaboration can amplify environmental impact.
Study identifies low-methane feed options for use in Ethiopia
Ethiopian and Swedish researchers find locally sourced plants in Ethiopia offer significant potential to reduce methane emissions, paving the way for greener livestock farming.
Proposed EUDR delay: Impact on feed and livestock companies
At FeedNavigator’s panel at the AgTech Innovation Summit in Amsterdam, industry leaders discussed EUDR compliance challenges and opportunities, just a week after the EU Commission suggested postponing the regulation’s implementation by a year.
IFFO conference 2024: Peru's anchovy quota boost, sustainable aquaculture growth and climate resilience
Peru has announced that the second anchovy fishing season in the country’s North-Central region will commence on November 1, with a substantial quota set at 2.51 million tons.
Increase in global fishmeal and fish oil production
Between January and July 2024, cumulative fishmeal production rose by nearly 36% compared to the same period in 2023.
UN global declaration targets antimicrobial resistance crisis
At the 79th UN General Assembly (UNGA) this week, global leaders endorsed a new political declaration to combat what they see as the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Global poultry markets bullish, but disease and geopolitical risks loom
The global poultry market outlook remains optimistic, driven by accelerating consumption across many regions, according to a recent report by RaboResearch.
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All-female team aim to raise £75k to support female farming in Kenya
A team of women from the UK food and farming industry are set to cycle 75km across Kenya to raise funds and awareness for international charity Farm Africa.
FEFAC sounds alarm on EUDR implementation: Soy supply chain risks mount
The European Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC) has expressed serious concerns over the potential impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on the feed and livestock sectors, particularly in relation to soy supply chains.
Food waste to feed: Food Recycle seeks licensees for global growth
Australian company, Food Recycle, says it has developed an innovative process to convert commercial food waste into "high performance" animal feed, offering a sustainable solution to a global challenge.
Using seaweed and mushroom waste in chicken feed could boost Africa's food security
One of Africa's most pressing challenges is achieving food security. A researcher proposes an innovative approach to chicken feed to address this issue.
Study: Insect protein boosts trout immunity and lowers mortality
A recent study has revealed that a product from Black Soldier Fly (BSF) based producer, Maltento, increases immune system responses and results in a lower mortality rate in Rainbow trout.
Morocco: New rules for importing rendered products for pet food
Morocco has introduced new regulations for importing animal meal for use in pet food. Previously, there was no established framework for this process.
Insights from COCERAL's 2023 survey: Prevalence and severity of mycotoxin contamination set to increase
As climate change alters environmental conditions, the prevalence and severity of mycotoxin contamination are expected to increase, making effective management more crucial than ever, finds a new report.
Ban urged on use of West African fish oil by Norwegian salmon farmers
A new campaign sees 39 organizations, including prominent groups from West Africa and Norway, urging the Norwegian government to prohibit its farmed salmon producers from utilizing fish oil sourced from West Africa.
Methane emission reduction strategies: Exploring innovations and global initiatives
Join our online event next week as we discuss how the focus on methane emissions reduction in the US has intensified recently, highlighted by the FDA's approval of Bovaer, pending legislation, and an increasing number of federal grants.
Urgent need for ag-food sector in middle-income countries to ramp up emissions reduction efforts: World Bank report
The global ag-food system has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with middle-income countries (MICs) in particular needing to reverse their collective role as the world’s largest emitters of GHGs related to ag-food.
US soy group proves biggest winner in USDA funding round
What will the USDA goal to cultivate increased demand for US agricultural exports in markets globally mean for commodities like soy?
FoodChain ID boosts its feed safety certification portfolio
FoodChain ID reports a significant milestone in relation to its certification services aimed at enhancing the safety of feed production, distribution, and the subsequent food supply chain.
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?
De Heus expands global footprint with major investments amid pending governance shift
De Heus has been actively pursuing its global expansion strategy, with the Dutch feed maker focused on establishing a local presence to offer farmers top-tier animal feeds and guidance.
Anatomy of a fall in global feed production
In a year marked by volatility, Alltech's Agri-Food Outlook for 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the intricate dynamics shaping the feed production industry worldwide.
How will industry meet demand for 100m tons of aqua feed by 2050?
The scale-up of novel protein resources to deliver significant volumes of raw materials for use in aquaculture feed still requires further development, according to a recent paper.
TRACT boosts platform capabilities for adherence to EUDR
Tech startup TRACT has unveiled further capabilities for its platform, enabling users to streamline adherence to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
Olam Agri expands footprint in West Africa
Olam Agri has acquired Senegalese poultry feed producer, Avisen, for €17m (US$18.5m), assuming full ownership of the company.
Hired and Retired: Executive shifts at BioMar, Agrifirm and Copa-Cogeca
We keep an eye on employee moves in some of the leading feed and agribusiness players over the past few weeks.
People on the Move: New hires at Trouw Nutrition, Algiecel, TRACT and Novus
Who is changing career hats this month? We track recruitment developments in the international feed space.
Bezos Earth Fund among backers of US$5 million project focused on breeding efforts to reduce methane emissions
Professor Roel Veerkamp of Wageningen University and Research in the Netherlands is leading a program to coordinate and accelerate global efforts to breed cattle with reduced methane emissions.
Poultry sector poised for growth amidst lower feed costs, but bird flu threat looms
Global poultry industry growth will accelerate from 1.1% this year to 1.5% to 2% due to lower feed costs, finds an industry outlook.
Five startups that captured our attention in 2023
In 2023, the startup ecosystem faced persistent challenges due to economic uncertainties, anticipated interest rate increases, and the lingering effects of previous bank failures, as reported by EY.
‘Strikingly low’: FAO condemns ‘diminishing’ funding for agrifood systems amid slow climate change progress
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has warned that funding to support climate-smart agrifood systems is ‘strikingly low’ and has plummeted in the past year despite the growing urgency to stave off climate change.
COP28 Emirates Declaration: Food is finally at the top table but measurable targets are missing
Over 130 prime ministers and presidents have today signed the Emirates Declaration at COP28 – a first of its kind commitment to adapt and ‘transform’ food systems as part of action on the climate crisis.
Danone ramping up efforts to curb enteric methane emissions
Danone has become the first corporation to join the Global Methane Hub’s Enteric Fermentation R&D Accelerator, an initiative supported by an alliance of philanthropic organizations and governments.
Sustainability fund leads $1.7m investment in Kenya focused fish feed and farming platform
Aquarech, Kenya’s first fish farming platform, has closed an equity investment of US$1.7m to hire talent, acquire more feed, and set up infrastructure to support more vertical integration of its technology.
BioMar reports solid third quarter earnings
BioMar saw a 5% year-on-year increase in volume sales in the third quarter of 2023 with positive contributions from all divisions.
AnimalAgTech Innovation Summit Methane Emissions Panel Review
How is the toolkit for methane emissions reduction in dairy and beef cows expanding?
The race is on to reduce methane emissions from cows. Methane production may be mitigated to varying degrees in cattle by breeding strategies, by vaccines, or by various dietary interventions.
Gates Foundation backing BiomEdit’s work on methane blockers for beef and dairy cows
How challenging is it to reduce methane emissions from cattle while enhancing their production efficiency simultaneously?
IFFO conference: Data gaps in marine ingredients, reducing pressure on fish ecoystems, the era of precision nutrition
The use of marine ingredients in pet food is growing, hears attendees at the IFFO conference.
COP28’s food system focus eagerly anticipated by experts
Long ignored in global climate negotiations, food systems have been made a top priority at COP28 beginning on November 30 in Dubai.
Feed mills globally now have access to biosecurity audit tool
US feed pathogen control specialist, Anitox, has launched a free app to collect and present feed mill biosecurity audit records for all geographies and regulatory bodies.
Report: Food security in Senegal and Mauritania undermined by growth of fishmeal and fish oil sector
A new study underlines the gap between current practices in small pelagic fish value chain in Senegal and Mauritania and the fishmeal and fish oil industry’s global standards.
New agribusiness backed digital tool designed to simplify sustainability measurement and reporting
Agricultural and food production systems face increasing sustainability challenges and are under growing legislative and public pressure. A new digital platform – TRACT – has been launched to boost transparency in feed and food supply chains - from...
Novozymes and Bactolife team up to reduce PWD and antibiotic use in pigs
Novozymes and biotech company, Bactolife, have signed a joint development and commercialization agreement for a new feed additive.
Global antimicrobial use in farm animals has dropped by 13% in three years
The animal health sector keeps moving towards more responsible use of antimicrobials, according to a report from The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).
UK to see new import controls phased in from January 2024
The UK government has published its new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM), setting out new controls set to be put in place at its border system.
New interactive tool designed to show country-specific supply chain regulations
Risk assurer, LRQA, has published a map outlining country-specific supply chain and ESG legislation.
Cargill championing the use of regen-ag practices for aqua feed raw materials
Cargill is increasingly focused on fishery improvement programs and is “pioneering” the use of regenerative agriculture practices in raw materials for global aquaculture, according to its latest Aqua Nutrition Sustainability Report.
Bumper corn crop forecast for South Africa, lower than expected soybean yields anticipated in Argentina
South Africa is currently harvesting its second largest corn crop in history and a fourth consecutive bumper crop.
UK seaweed firm Ocean Harvest reports strong demand for its blends and growing revenue
Reading, UK-based Ocean Harvest Technology (OHT) recently issued a positive trading update for the six months ending June 30, 2023, saying investment in sales and marketing delivered a 65% year-on year increase in product revenue to about €1.6m (US$2.05m).