Sustainability
The future of Amazon’s soy moratorium hangs in the balance
Bills proposed to penalize producers adhering to Brazil’s soy moratorium
How to avoid ‘carbon tunnel vision’ in your sustainability strategy
From improving soil health to managing slurry storage, what are some of the key strategies that can drive emissions reductions on farm?
Many UK farmers unable to implement environmental measures
Tesco urges UK government to provide investment and policy certainty to support UK farmers in transition to net zero
International expansion is key part of MiAlgae’s growth strategy
MiAlgae grows nutrient-rich algae from whisky waste to provide an alternative source of omega-3.
Can upcycled poultry wastewater be used in yeast production?
Study shows potential route to nutrient recovery from poultry processing waste
Denofa faces EU market exclusion as EUDR looms
Norway’s lack of alignment on EU deforestation regulation leaves company in technical ‘limbo’
Ammonia emissions research saves UK pig farmers over £15m
AHDB took the lead on multi-year ammonia monitoring trial
McDonald’s aims to advance beef sustainability
McDonald’s USA is moving forward with its initiative to reduce the climate impact of its hamburgers.
Scientists use IVF to breed cows that produce less methane
The Cool Cows project in the UK – which is aiming to breed highly methane-efficient animals – has unveiled the first member of the herd to be born through IVF.
EUDR: Stark differences in preparedness of soy producing countries
The EU has officially adopted the regulation to delay the EUDR
When will algal oil scale up to transform aquaculture?
Industry told to collaborate to build a reliable market for fish oil alternative
What’s in store for the US feed sector in 2025?
Ingredient regulation, cutting US reliance on China for additives on AFIA agenda
Beware shiny object syndrome… What went wrong for carbon marketplace Nori?
The most recent agtech failure highlights the challenges faced by carbon removal start-ups in scaling their operations and securing consistent revenue streams in a market with evolving regulations and uncertain demand.
Women in Feed: Meet Novus’ Michaela Braun
Braun has an MS in feed science and management from Kansas State University.
Climate change and fishery management key priorities for marine ingredients industry
Demand for marine ingredients remains robust, notes the IFFO
EU ban on sodium saccharin spurs innovation in swine nutrition
Regulation came into force in July 2024
Agroloop aims to position Hungary at forefront of insect farming
Hungarian player focused on supplying alt protein for livestock and pets
Women in Feed: Meet Alltech’s Dr Jules Taylor-Pickard
The executive says mentorship and networking are essential tools for career growth
Regen ag gains momentum in the US pet food supply chain
Collaborative efforts to advance sustainable farming
Businesses have one more year to comply with EUDR
EU Commission pledges to ease administrative burden
Can sound waves and egg data hatch a new era in hen welfare?
Gauging stress by noises animals make
EUDR: ‘No risk’ exemption proposal dropped
Classification faced push back from member states
Women in Feed: Meet Cargill’s Delphine Melchior
The executive has never felt gender was a barrier to career progression
Regen ag: ‘If 70% of farmers did it, we would end the climate crisis’
Experts are meeting in Spain to highlight the role of regenerative agriculture in reducing the climate footprint and boost the profitability of crops.
Indigo Ag and Truterra reveal tie-up to tackle industry ‘pain points’
Indigo Ag and Truterra’s new strategic collaboration is aimed at simplifying, expanding and accelerating the adoption of ag sustainability solutions.
Feed and nutrition strategies to optimize pig gut health
Mark your calendars. FeedNavigator is hosting a free live webinar on swine gut health on December 11.
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.
Women in Feed: Meet Christine Brøkner from the DLG Group
We are shining a spotlight on the women shaping the future of the animal feed and pet food industries.
Does TIME’s best invention list mark a shift in how the world views agtech?
Agtech companies are celebrating recognition in TIME magazine’s best inventions for 2024. Does it mark a turning point in wider perceptions of the industry?
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.
Innovafeed gets $11m USDA grant to bring insect fertiliser to the US
French insect company Innovafeed is celebrating after the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded it an $11 million grant as part of its Fertiliser Production Expansion Programme (FPEP).
Controversy over ‘no risk’ class as MEPs back EUDR delay
The EU Parliament has voted to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which mandates that products sold in the EU must not originate from deforested land anywhere globally.
Meatly: Lab-grown meat feeding trials with dogs prove successful
Lab-grown meat startup, Meatly, has successfully completed feeding trials in dogs, with results showing that pets found its cultivated chicken to be “highly palatable” and there were no safety concerns.
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.
What solutions does the UK agri-supply industry want to achieve resilience?
A new report flags the growing demand for data, circular innovation and market access for precision bred commodities in the UK.
Spotlight on sustainability models at EuroTier 2024
Companies across the food and feed sectors now face increasing pressure to assess, report, and mitigate their environmental footprints.
BioMar Chile achieves ASC feed certification across all sites
BioMar Chile has successfully obtained the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) feed certification for each of its three production facilities, which are located in Ercilla, Pargua, and Castro.
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.
Salmon deaths: Mowi Scotland tackles rising temperatures and hidden threats
Mowi Scotland, one of that country’s largest salmon producers, continues to grapple with the effects of rising seawater temperatures.
New law undermines Brazil’s historic soy moratorium, threatening Amazon conservation
The Soy Moratorium, a historic agreement that helped reduce deforestation in Brazil's Amazon for nearly two decades, has been undermined by a new law in Mato Grosso, the country's largest soybean-producing state, according to an AP report.
Tariffs could trigger sharp drop in US corn and soy exports
A recent economic study finds that a new US-China trade war could severely impact US soy and corn growers and boost competitors.
BioMar: Novel ingredients can drive fish health and aquaculture sustainability
Research coming out of BioMar’s R&D department shows novel ingredients are delivering more than just good sustainability metrics.
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.
Is there a link between declining marine osmolytes in feed and rising winter wounds and ulcers in salmon?
Dr Antony Prabhu Philip, a senior scientist at NOFIMA, believes so.
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.
Move on to reboot rapeseed cultivation in UK
A campaign is underway in the UK to reinvigorate the struggling oilseed rape (OSR) sector.
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.