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May 2025 deadline set for probe into 2 Sisters owner’s feed deal
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has set a 6 May 2025 deadline for its investigation into the anticipated acquisition of two feed mills owned by ForFarmers UK by Boparan Private Office.
EuroTier 2024: Medal winners for innovation in poultry farming tech
EuroTier 2024 highlighted groundbreaking innovation in poultry farming and feeding, addressing critical challenges such as animal welfare, health, and sustainable production.
Tyson’s turnaround: ‘We have a fundamentally different and better chicken business’
Tyson Foods’ chicken business is booming once again and investors are flocking back to the company, which has spent years reenvisioning its poultry business to focus more on fundamentals, value-added products and “operational improvements.”
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: What does USDA’s stricter definition for ‘pasture-raised’ chicken mean for industry?
A broadly-supported new definition for “pasture-raised” poultry proposed by USDA this fall could help level the playing field for small, independent farms and brands competing in the increasingly important, crowded and confusing humanely-raised chicken...
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2 Sisters owner feed deal may raise prices for farmers, CMA finds
An investigation has found that the move by Boparan Private Office to acquire a ForFarmers-owned feed mill in East Anglia could result in higher feed prices.
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.
Global investments and technology advances in insect protein: Spotlight on Tebrio, Entosystem, Entocycle and EnviroFlight
This week we report on investor action in the insect protein sector and on the increasing reliance on advanced technology for scalable production in that industry.
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.
Regulatory update: ASC certification, EFSA call on trace minerals and FDA guidance
We round-up regulatory developments including ASF certification for BioMar facilities, US ingredient review challenges and an EFSA call for data on copper, cobalt and other trace elements.
Poland delays ban on GMO feed until 2030, citing lack of alternatives
Poland’s President, Andrzej Duda, has signed into law an extension on the use of genetically modified feed, delaying a planned ban until 2030.
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.
BASF further delays vitamin and carotenoid production restart
BASF has announced a further delay to the resumption of vitamin and carotenoid production following the incident earlier this year at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany.
New study first to show probiotics and postbiotics boost vaccine efficacy in chickens
New research is focused on how animal nutrition strategies can enhance immune response, reduce pathogens, boost productivity, and minimize antimicrobial use in chickens, when combined with sound farm management and biosecurity practices.
De Heus expands presence in Indonesia with new feed facility
De Heus has bolstered its operations in Indonesia with the opening of a new production facility in Purwodadi, Central Java.
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.
Port strikes could be worse than pandemic for US feed sector
US feed manufacturers may suffer severe financial impacts due to the ongoing port strikes along the East and Gulf Coasts, which began on Tuesday.
Louis Dreyfus Co expands specialty feed production in China
Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has officially broken ground on a new specialty feed production line in Tianjin in Northern China, as part of its strategy to diversify revenue through value-added products.
How viable an alternative to soy is sunflower meal?
Rapeseed meal, sunflower meal and other plant-based proteins have shown potential as partial replacements for soybean meal (SBM) in animal diets, though outcomes depend on protein levels and dietary adjustments.
AVEC urges EU policymakers to protect poultry sector from unfair competition
The EU must prioritize its poultry industry in upcoming trade negotiations and policy reforms, stresses AVEC.
Vitamin and amino acid markets: Price shifts, freight rate cuts, and evolving meat trade dynamics
We track key trends in the vitamins and amino acids markets.
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.
Danish firm supports shift to local protein sources in Southeast Asia's feed market
Danish biotechnology company, European Protein, has partnered with Malaysia’s Yenher Holdings Berhad to establish two fermentation plants aimed at creating sustainable, high-value animal feed in Southeast Asia.
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.
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.
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.
Study: Water-soluble supplement boosts gut health in broilers
The addition of a water-soluble metallo-antimicrobial supplement significantly improved broiler chicken performance, even under heat stress conditions, according to a newly published study.
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.
From Deep Branch to Aerbio: Rebranding, buyout, and the debut of gas to feed pilot facility
Aerbio has officially launched, while its pilot facility converting carbon dioxide into protein goes online, marking a key milestone for the business.
Kipster’s ‘carbon-neutral’ eggs at Kroger paves the way for possible US franchise expansion
Kipster’s ongoing partnership with Kroger brings what it calls 'carbon-neutral' eggs—produced through its humane farming system—to the grocery chain from its North Manchester, Ind., farm, while also creating franchise opportunities for its proprietary...
BASF delays production restart for vitamin and carotenoid products until 2025 following plant fire
Production of key ingredients used in vitamin and carotenoid manufacturing is not expected to resume until at least January 2025, according to BASF.
A system stacked against antibiotic-free poultry production
Purdue Foods is the only US poultry processor still holding fast to its No Antibiotics Ever commitment, and a food policy expert blames systemic failures, economics, and a lack of collaboration for the industry’s move away from antibiotic-free production.
Single cell proteins: A question of cost
Single Cell Protein (SCP) produced by biomass fermentation has long been talked about in terms of its potential as an alternative protein source for feedstock, but how close is it to being a viable option?
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.
Formaldehyde fallout: Why the EPA's risk evaluation has industry on edge
The US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed risk evaluation for formaldehyde has ignited widespread concern among industry stakeholders, especially the American Chemistry Council (ACC).
Hempseed meal approved for use in layer feed in the US
Finally, after years of work by US hemp organizations such as the Hemp Feed Coalition, a hemp ingredient has been green lit for use in commerical laying hen feed in the US.
Nasekomo upgrades neonate tech to boost insect protein production
Nasekomo has enhanced its neonate delivery service for Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae by introducing a suspension technology that is designed to improve the efficiency and reliability of insect-based protein production.
German risk assessor: PFAS limits in feed needed to enhance food safety
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) has released guidance on maximum PFAS concentration values in complete feed for various livestock.
Green Plains boosts high protein ingredient production capacity
Green Plains and joint venture partner, Tharaldson Ethanol, report that the world’s largest MSC system, located at Tharaldson's 175 million-gallon biorefinery in Casselton, North Dakota, is now producing and shipping on-spec products.
Unfinished business: UK feed industry urges new Labour government to tie up loose ends on essential policy issues
UK feed and farming stakeholders are outlining their demands for the new Labour government.
Debate heats up over economic and environmental impacts of higher welfare chicken production
A recent study by AVEC highlights the significant economic and environmental costs of European Chicken Commitment (ECC) production. However, campaigners argue that the report fails to fully account for the benefits of higher welfare systems.
Benson Hill recevies preliminary buyout offer
Benson Hill, Inc. has received a preliminary, non-binding offer from Argonautic Ventures Master SPC and other co-investors [the investor group] to buy all the company’s remaining shares that they don't already own for $0.2236 per share in cash.
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.
USDA lowers egg production forecast amid bird flu outbreaks; higher egg prices to seep into 2025
The USDA has lowered its US egg production forecast due to recent discoveries of avian influenza in commercial laying flocks.
ADM expands feed product recall
ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of ADM, has announced an expansion of the recall initially issued in March and April this year.
Study shows rise in feed and water needs with Better Chicken Commitment
A recent study commissioned by the Association of Poultry Processors and Poultry Trade in the EU Countries (AVEC) indicates significant economic and environmental impacts of adopting European Chicken Commitment (ECC) standards across the industry.
Could US soy industry benefit from Brazilian tax changes?
Wheat prices have slipped further, weighed down by Turkey’s import curbs, while corn and soybeans made some gains, finds the latest oilseeds and grains market report from CRM Agri.
Feed processing innovation
Unlocking the benefits of Azomite: Boosting pellet production for broiler feed
Azomite (AZM) is a promising additive to enhance pellet production rates (PPR) when added to corn and soybean meal-based diets that also contain dicalcium phosphate and dried distillers' grains with solubles (DDGS), finds a study.