EFSA confirms efficacy of Proteon’s phage product
Opinion shows Bafasal can reduce Salmonella strain in poultry production
Antibiotics
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
UK team investigates the impact of zinc oxide ban in pig diets
A consortium led by the Roslin Institute has been awarded £1.1m (US$1.39m) by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) to study the effects of the ban on zinc oxide in UK pig diets, focusing on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and...
Blue Food Innovation Summit, London
Sustainable aquaculture: Mowi, BioMar and policy shapers on solutions
The opening session of the Blue Food Innovation event in London last week centered around the need for sustainable aquaculture innovation to address climate change, responsible feed sourcing and measuring, the social licence to operate, and consumer...
Protein and high value raw materials from grass: €9m project kicks off across Ireland and Denmark
Ireland's Munster Technological University (MTU) is leading an international green biorefinery demonstration initiative.
Global poultry industry takes stand against antimicrobial resistance
In a move to combat the escalating threat of AMR, seven organizations have joined forces to support the IPC's antimicrobial use stewardship principles in poultry production.
Phibro snaps up Zoetis' medicated feed additive portfolio for $350M
Phibro Animal Health is to acquire Zoetis’ medicated feed additive (MFA) product portfolio focused on cattle, swine, and poultry production, along with certain water-soluble products and related assets for US$350m.
Chilean salmon farmers reveal unique alliance to cut antibiotics in aquaculture
A precompetitive initiative working towards the implementation of new solutions to prevent bacterial diseases and reduce the use of antibiotics has been announced in Chile.
News
Pork labels ‘misinform’ consumers over the sustainability of meat
Current food labelling schemes fail to accurately convey the environmental and welfare impact of pork products and lead to misconceptions over their sustainability, according to a new report.
Aquaculture without antibiotics: Peptobiotics closes Series A round as it seeks to tackle ‘acute’ overuse and resistance
Singapore start-up Peptobiotics has raised US$6.2M in Series A funding to commercialise its antimicrobial peptide technology as it seeks to replace the use of antibiotics, firstly in aquaculture, and in the future in livestock.
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.
Protective suitcases: New gut technology targets disease and immune system function in pigs
Canada’s Renaissance BioScience (RBSC) is partnering with the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) at the University of Saskatchewan on two projects aimed at boosting health and immunity in newly weaned piglets.
Progress made in tackling AMR on EU farms but study shows reduction alone is insufficient
Progress has been made in reducing antimicrobial resistance in E. coli from farmed animals in many EU markets.
Reports from IPPE 2024
Navigating antibiotic trends in the US broiler sector amidst persistent challenges from necrotic enteritis
Necrotic enteritis remains a big challenge for broiler producers, not only in the US, but globally, costing the global poultry industry upwards of $5 to 6bn a year, maintains Elanco.
Can the inclusion of additional amino acids effectively reduce the reliance on antibiotics in weaned piglets?
According to a recent study, incorporating extra Tryptophan (Trp) and threonine (Thr) into pig diets, exceeding the current Danish recommendations, appears to have a potential impact on lowering the need for antibiotics during the weaning period.
Groundbreaking study reveals vaccinating livestock as one strategy to mitigate disease linked GHG emissions
A new paper quantifies greenhouse gas emissions associated with outbreaks of animal diseases, finding significant environmental benefits to vaccinating livestock.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Perdue Farms’ embraces transparency to improve animal welfare
After Perdue Farms received unsolicited but ultimately what it characterized as “fair” criticism for its approach to animal care years ago, the protein producer began inviting annually animal welfare advocates, farmers, academics and stakeholders from...
Transformative trends: A snapshot of agri-food in the midst of evolutionary change
In this edition of Feed Matters, we talk to Aidan Connolly about his collection of essays: The Future of Agriculture.
WOAH: Use of antimicrobials for growth promotion must be completely phased out globally
The World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) is calling on its member states to restrict the use of antimicrobials solely to veterinary medical use and to achieve a total ban on their use as growth promoters, starting with drugs that are critically...
Antibiotic use in UK ruminant sector remains low – report
Preliminary data from across dairy, beef and sheep sectors supports the view that UK dairy and beef use very low levels of antibiotics – but more input from the industry is needed.
FOLIUM Science looks to rebalance the microbiome, reduce ammonia production in poultry
FOLIUM Science's technology is reported to reduce ammonia production and improve the health of the bird by restoring balance in the gut of the chicken.
Cargill: Next generation phytogenics can optimize animal performance
The acquisition of phytogenic producer, Delacon, by Cargill in June 2022 has enlarged the scope and pace of innovation within the US company’s feed additive business, enabling synergistic new product development, says an executive.
EMA approves phage therapy guidelines
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted recommendations on the quality, safety, and efficacy of bacteriophages as veterinary medicines.
US FDA tackles use of antibiotics in animal feed
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published draft guidance to define the duration of use of antibiotics that are used in animal feed.
Animal feed additives market predicted to grow by 5.5% by 2029
Robust growth in the feed additives sector is predicted as demand for meat especially poultry continues to rise.
Plant extracts and flavoured sow's milk improve robustness and aid weaning in piglets
Plant based extracts and essential oils can improve growth performance in piglets, new research has revealed.
What is the impact of feeding essential oils, prebiotics, and probiotics on antimicrobial resistance?
A US animal science expert is devising and evaluating a comprehensive and cost-effective method to understand the impact of feed additives on antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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).
ViAqua secures $8.25m in funding to scale RNA platform in aquaculture
The initial application of the company’s RNA platform is against White Spot Virus (WSSV), which causes an annual loss of around $3bn and a 15% reduction in global shrimp production.
UK invests £9m in fight against endemic livestock disease
The UK’s Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) have announced £9m (US$11.43m) funding for phase two of the endemic livestock disease initiative.
Study: In-feed phage cocktail reduced salmonella colonization in challenged birds
UK university scientists say they have successfully developed a bacteriophage product to prevent Salmonella in broiler chickens.
Lallemand champions use of probiotics and competitive exclusion to support gut health of broilers in coccidiosis challenge
Microbial-based approaches, namely probiotics and competitive exclusion products, help harness the power of birds’ microbiota and have the potential to support poultry gut health and immunity, claims Lallemand Animal Nutrition.
Tyson Foods will use certain antibiotics once again in birds for its own-brand chicken products
Tyson Foods says its transition to a new tagline in relation to antibiotic use is coherent with its responsible stewardship model.
Novus rebranding as an ‘intelligent nutrition’ company: ‘It is about getting that differentiation in the marketplace’
Missouri, US headquartered Novus said its 'intelligent nutrition' rebranding exercise is about reflecting the 32-year-old feed additive company’s promise to deliver more to its customers using advanced technology and leveraging global scientific research.
Purdue University wins $1.4m USDA award to study health issues in cattle and swine
The US National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NFIA), a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) agency, has awarded Purdue University three grants totaling more than $1.4m.
Hired and Retired: People on the Move June 2023
Lots of developments in the past few weeks in terms of career changes in the feed and ag space, with ForFarmers, Nevedi, and ADM seeing some action.
Skretting flags increased transparency in latest sustainability report
Skretting says its sustainability report 2022 shows an unparalleled level of openness compared to previous years.
Danish and UK entities invest $2.9m in bacteriophage focused aquaculture project
Denmark’s Innovation Fund - together with Carus Animal Health and a raft of other Danish and British companies - have invested just over 20 million DKK (US$2.9m) in a project focused on the use of bacteriophages to control bacterial diseases in...
The Long Read
Disease management in aquaculture: ‘It is about tipping the balance in favor of the animal’
The prevalence of infectious diseases in the aquaculture industry requires a multi-pronged approach to control; the experts agree there is no one silver bullet in terms of managing health and welfare in fish and shrimp farming.
Midwest Veterinary Supply to pay over $10m in fines for selling misbranded drugs
Midwest Veterinary Supply, a Minnesota-based company that supplies prescription drugs for animals to veterinarians, farms, feedlots, and other businesses, pleaded guilty last week to introducing misbranded drugs into interstate commerce.
Feed additive market tracker: ‘A lot is riding on China’s re-opening with hopes growing for a better-than-expected global economy’
Markets are monitoring upward price signals of vitamin B6 and B3, as well as sluggish price activity for vitamins B12 and calcium pantothenate or vitamin B5.
Novus acquires Agrivida, looks to develop new feed additives
Novus International has acquired biotech company Agrivida Inc. The deal gives the US animal health and nutrition company ownership of Agrivida's INTERIUS technology, which is designed to embed feed additives inside grain.
AB Agri opens ninth animal feed manufacturing facility in China
AB Agri has opened a new 240,000 tons capacity feed mill in Tongchuan City, Shaanxi Province, China, to further expand production capacity in the region.
Convent Capital launches growth fund targeting agri-food businesses, invests in Dutch feed additive firm
Convent Capital is investing €3.5m in Dutch feed additive company, Animal Health Concepts (AHC), the first outlay of a newly launched Agri Food Growth Fund.
Amlan: New additive portfolio for US market, boosted investment in R&D and technical expertise in key global regions
US company, Amlan, launched mineral clay feed additives at IPPE last month to meet growing consumer demands for animal protein raised without antibiotics.