Bird flu surge in poultry-dense areas in Europe
AI remains a global challenge for the industry
Cattle - dairy
Modest growth forecast for EU feed production
Poultry feed recovery gains momentum
Keen to boost milk yield? Use cow brushes, research says
Improving cow comfort in dairy barns has been linked to positive effects on milk production
USDA orders mandatory raw milk testing for H5N1
A new federal order has been issue requiring nation-wide milk testing in a bid to tackle the bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle
Why is Arla’s Bovaer trial stirring controversy in the UK?
Britain’s largest dairy co-op found itself in the midst of consumer backlash over plans to trial a methane-suppressing feed additive. What went wrong?
AI models can predict lameness ahead of clinical signs
Spotting digital dermatitis before visible lesions have formed can be difficult – but with AI, producers may be able to reliably predict disease onset
Arla Foods launches supermarket backed methane-reduction trial
Call for government support to make dairy farming more sustainable
How do mycotoxin tainted diets impact cows and milk safety?
In dairy cows, mycotoxins and their metabolites can pass into milk
Gains expected for Big 7 milk producers for first time since 2020
Affordable feed, improved weather and better farmgate prices are behind the hike
Trump’s trade, immigration policies could spell trouble for US dairy
The incoming president has threatened tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China: all key markets for US dairy
Adapt or die: FLAG sectors face funding squeeze as lenders watch their climate game
As the cost of capital aligns more closely with sustainability standards, companies in the forest, land, and agriculture (FLAG) sectors that lag will face difficulties accessing funds, a new report suggests.
Tesco and Arla launch UK dairy partnership to reduce on-farm emissions
Tesco, and milk suppliers Arla and Müller UK & Ireland, are working in unison to drive down emissions and elevate animal welfare standards across the dairy sector.
Study: Whole seaweed beats pure bromoform as methane buster
A new study reveals that using whole Asparagopsis armata seaweed might be more effective than relying on the compound bromoform alone to reduce methane emissions from livestock.
Key strategies for sustainable production: Feed efficiency, high-quality forage, coproduct use, and reduced crude protein
The UK animal feed industry is increasingly focused on supporting sustainable livestock production.
Non-GMO supply chain unites against NGT deregulation
Operators across Europe’s non-GMO supply chain are uniting against proposed deregulation of new genomic techniques (NGTs), with a strong call for choice and transparency emerging from the recent non-GMO Summit in Frankfurt.
USDA bets on bulk tank testing to curb bird flu spread
The goal is to better inform biosecurity and containment measures and inform state-led efforts to reduce risk to farmworkers.
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.
Move on to reboot rapeseed cultivation in UK
A campaign is underway in the UK to reinvigorate the struggling oilseed rape (OSR) sector.
How can AI tools optimize phage technology to tackle AMR?
At the Animal AgTech Innovation Summit, experts shared how advancements in AI and regulatory progress could accelerate the integration of phages in animal health practices and help tackle AMR.
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.
Boosting fish health and milk production in Norway with seaweed
Norway has a unique opportunity to develop its seaweed industry but should explore a broader range of applications for seaweed, such as in fish and livestock feed, says an expert.
US farmer sentiment weakest since COVID-19 pandemic
Ahead of November’s US presidential election, farmer sentiment has dipped to levels not since April 2020 – with key indices at their lowest in 8 years.
Aldi backs Arla farmers’ emissions reduction efforts
Farmers supplying the UK’s largest dairy co-op will benefit from £30m ($39.2m) of total investment to bolster sustainability.
Farmers told to bolster biosecurity as HPAI spread ‘by no means on the downward trend’
Experts have warned dairy producers to assume the worst when taking steps to secure their premises against HPAI infections.
Phage company wins €100K in investor backed dairy challenge
PhageLab has won The Yield Lab’s Global Dairy Sustainability Challenge.
AAFCO considers new regulatory pathway for feed ingredients
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is weighing a proposal from Kansas State University’s K-State Olathe Innovation Campus to lead the scientific review for a new feed ingredient submission pathway.
Ginkgo Bioworks and Novus team up on enzyme development
Ginkgo Bioworks and Novus International have formed a new alliance to develop next-generation feed additives aimed at improving livestock health and productivity.
Study: Biochar ineffective as feed additive for reducing methane in dairy cows
A recent Swiss study has found that biochar (BC), a substance gaining popularity in agriculture for carbon storage and soil improvement, does not effectively reduce methane emissions.
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Methane emissions from dairy farms higher than official figures suggest
A new study has found that the methane emissions from slurry stores on dairy farms may be up to five times greater than official statistics state.
Anpario acquires Bio-Vet, expands presence in US animal health market
Anpario has completed the acquisition of Wisconsin-based Bio-Vet Inc for an initial payment of £4.7m (US$6.3m), funded through cash.
Is New Zealand getting closer in its ‘holy grail’ quest to cut methane emissions?
Kiwi scientists have unveiled a new company, called Lucidome Bio, to spearhead the next phase of methane vaccine research the country.
FEDIOL and COCERAL issue guidance to aid compliance with EUDR, amid growing uncertainty
Two EU trade associations, FEDIOL and COCERAL, have released a comprehensive guidance document aimed at helping their member companies comply with the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR).
How is China’s growing milk supply affecting global dairy exports?
The world’s largest dairy importer has turned increasingly dairy self-sufficient. How is this impacting key commodity exports?
Danone targets feed-related emissions reductions through new MoU
The dairy major aims to cut feed procurement-related emissions by leveraging a lysine supplement on farms across four continents.
Rare forage crop could solve dairy cows' $484m fertility problems
A relatively rare pasture crop may be key to reducing the risks of pregnancy loss in dairy cattle – but questions about its potential as a viable feed alternative have lingered for decades.
Number 8 Bio secures $7m for scalable methane-reducing feed additives in cattle
Number 8 Bio, a Sydney-based scientist-led startup, has raised AUS $7m (US$4.64m) in its recent seed round to advance its work on scalable and affordable enteric methane mitigation feed additives for cattle.
How will new US animal feed ingredient review process work?
The US feed industry is undergoing significant changes in how new animal food ingredients are reviewed.
Can potato waste boost milk production and efficiency in dairy cows?
The findings of recent research could open new avenues for a more sustainable dairy industry and eco-friendly food processing by presenting a green solution for food waste management that also boosts animal performance.
Industry action urged amid vitamin supply crisis following BASF fire
dsm-firmenich strongly urges the industry to conduct a thorough review and develop contingency plans to ensure a resilient vitamin supply.
US farmer sentiment nosedives over low commodity prices
Declining crop prices have dragged down farmer sentiment in the August 2024 Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
Business giants pile on pressure to cut antibiotics in global food chain
Food and drink suppliers will face increased scrutiny as 80 of the world’s biggest investors today join forces to pressure global leaders into tackling the antimicrobial resistance (AMR) crisis or risk a worldwide financial meltdown.
UK agri-food sector faces complex compliance hurdles with new deforestation rules
The primary challenges that UK retailers, processors, feed producers, and farmers face in preparing for EUDR compliance include a lack of clarity on what is required to adhere to the regulations, say insiders.
Methane reduction: China is the next target in dsm-firmenich's Bovaer expansion strategy
Preparations are underway for dsm-firmenich to enter the Chinese dairy market with its methane emissions reducing feed additive.
US dairies gain a new route into the US carbon markets
The dairy soils programs launched by Truterra, Land O’Lakes’ sustainability business, can bring benefits to both suppliers and eco-conscious food manufacturers alike.
EU dairy industry prepares for cooperation as China launches anti-subsidy probe
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has initiated a high-stakes anti-subsidy investigation targeting specific dairy imports from the EU, escalating trade tensions between the world’s second-largest economy and Europe.
Cargill China: Methane reduction must add up commercially
From its work on the Carbon Reduction Project in China, Cargill is confident that by applying innovation in dairy farming, methane emission reductions and productivity enhancements can go hand in hand.
Startup modulating the rumen microbiome to suppress methane
Australian company Bovotica is pioneering technology aimed at modulating the rumen microbiome to reduce methane emissions in cows while simultaneously boosting production efficiency.
Calling all innovators in dairy sustainability
The Yield Lab, an early-stage investor in sustainable AgTech, is tackling dairy sector challenges linked to emissions, manure management, land use, and water quality through a new initiative.
As US farmer sentiment improves, low livestock prices worry producers
The Ag Economy Barometer improved in July as farmers were upbeat on both current and future prospects.