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The Journal Feed Magazine / Feed published an article on new approaches to analyzing nutritionally relevant parameters beyond standard parameters. NIR spectroscopy enables the determination of a variety of parameters, including fiber, to gain a better understanding of the fiber composition of feed. AB Vista supports the feed industry with a Feed Quality Service that allows for precise prediction of parameters based on aggregated data from EMEA customers. Amino acids such as lysine and the availability of lysine in soybean meal are important aspects that can be more accurately determined through NIRS analysis. [Extracted from the article]

The compound feed industry in Germany is waiting for clear guidelines to implement the Supply Chain Act. The market for compound feed has somewhat stabilized, but a further decline in production is expected, especially in the pig sector. In contrast, there are slight increases in ruminants and consistent numbers in the poultry sector. The sale of pet food is developing positively, but the largest sales still occur in the livestock sector. The compound feed industry in Germany remains a core market, although some companies are also active in neighboring countries. The increasing requirements for animal welfare and a more climate-friendly meat production pose challenges for compound feed production. [Extracted from the article]

The President of FEFAC, Pedro Cordero, emphasizes in an interview the importance of reducing the CO2 footprint in the feed industry. He suggests using by-products and local products to achieve this. However, a clear definition of the feed chain is necessary. Cordero mentions the dependence on Chinese raw materials as one of the biggest challenges for compound feed manufacturers. He also talks about the EU protein plan and the need for a balance sheet to determine the demand for alternative protein in Europe. Cordero emphasizes the importance of the circular economy in the feed and livestock chain to preserve nutrients. [Extracted from the article]

The new president of the German Association of Animal Feed (DVT), Cord Schiplage, talks about the challenges facing the animal feed industry. He emphasizes that the decline in livestock, especially in fattening animals, is one of the biggest challenges. The feed industry must also deal with price fluctuations, political obstacles, and the transformation of agriculture. Schiplage calls for comprehensive concepts and guidelines from politics to successfully overcome these challenges. He also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and the need to optimize animal and plant production. Schiplage sees growth opportunities in optimizing feed in terms of climate protection and resource conservation. He believes that the organic market will grow in the long term, but that certain restrictions need to be reconsidered. Schiplage wants to further develop alliances within the industry to gain more weight and influence. He also emphasizes the need for a more efficient organization of quality assurance systems. [Extracted from the article]

The professional association FEFANA celebrates its 60th anniversary as the united voice of the specialty feed ingredients industry in Europe. The FEFANA President emphasizes in her speech the importance of innovative, safe, and cost-effective specialty feed ingredients for sustainable animal nutrition. Simone Schmiedtbauer, Member of the European Parliament, acknowledges the industry's contribution to safe and sustainable animal feed and supports the modernization of the EU regulation on additives for use in animal nutrition. The modernization aims to facilitate the introduction of innovative products and reduce bureaucratic efforts to enable a more sustainable feed and food chain in the EU. [Extracted from the article]

The new QS app allows feed samples to be entered directly and automatically into the QS database. This simplifies the QS feed monitoring for companies in the feed industry, laboratories, sampling institutions, and bundlers of animal-holding farms. The app can be downloaded for free in any app store and allows for location-independent work on a smartphone, laptop, or tablet, even in offline mode. [Extracted from the article]

The German Association of Animal Feed (DVT) awards this year's DVT Award to Prof. Dr. Dr. Dr. h. c. Andreas Hensel, President of the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR). The award recognizes his long-standing commitment to objective, science-based work and open exchange with the animal feed industry. Prof. Hensel sees the award as a representation of the BfR employees and receives it for his contributions to the animal feed industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article lists various events in the field of the feed industry that will take place in the coming months. The events include conferences, trade fairs, workshops, and training sessions that will be held in various cities such as Braunschweig, Hannover, and Uzwil. The events will cover topics such as digitization, quality management, compound feed production, and feed law. Interested individuals can register for the events through the respective websites of the organizers. [Extracted from the article]

The agricultural and feed industry present innovative solutions at the EuroTier trade fair. The DLG awards gold and silver medals to companies for their innovative ideas in animal husbandry, nutrition, health, and management. The industry is constantly evolving and offers sustainable solutions. It is hoped that these innovations will also be recognized in society. [Extracted from the article]

Autonomy in terms of food and feed has come into focus in the EU. Circular economy and especially animal husbandry play a central role when it comes to achieving climate neutrality in the EU by 2050. Innovations need to be further advanced and regulatory obstacles need to be eliminated. The feed industry is committed to promoting the principles of the circular economy and emphasizes the importance of innovation, circular economy, and economic profitability. [Extracted from the article]

The circular economy is a current topic, but not everything is running smoothly yet. The feed industry is indeed making efforts to consume less energy and resources and reduce the CO_2 footprint, but bureaucratic hurdles make it difficult to use by-products. There is a lack of a concrete agenda to promote the circular economy, and politics is lagging behind. It is important to prioritize clear goals and accept conflicting objectives in order to ensure a profitable economy, investments in innovation, and the protection of the environment. [Extracted from the article]

The article deals with the upcoming elections for the European Parliament and emphasizes the importance of a strong and united European Union. It is pointed out that there have always been doubts about the community, but the decision by Chancellor Helmut Kohl to enforce the Euro in the Maastricht Treaty is seen as correct. It also highlights the challenges brought about by the Eastern enlargement and the significant influence of the Common Agricultural Policy and European politics on the agricultural and feed industry. The article emphasizes the need for a single market and equal conditions throughout Europe for international competitiveness. [Extracted from the article]

The German compound feed industry is experiencing a moderate decline in production in 2023. Compound feed production decreased by 360,000 tons to 21.7 million tons, which corresponds to a decrease of 1.6 percent. The pig segment is particularly affected, while cattle and poultry feed show slight increases. The revenues of compound feed manufacturers decreased from 10.5 billion euros to 9.4 billion euros. Overall, there are five fewer compound feed companies than in the previous year. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents various events in the field of animal feed industry in the year 2024. The events include introductions to the core processes of the animal feed industry, a future dialogue on agriculture and nutrition, an online course on pelletizing compound feed, an international congress on animal nutrition, and an annual public assembly. The events will take place in various locations such as Uzwil in Switzerland, Berlin in Germany, and Murcia in Spain. The events are organized by various organizations such as SFT, agrarzeitung/Deutscher Fachverlag, IFF, and Akademie Burg Warberg. [Extracted from the article]

The trade association FEFANA celebrates its 60th anniversary as the united voice of the specialty feed ingredients industry in Europe. The association actively advocates for the interests of its members in political debates and planned legislative initiatives at the EU level. FEFANA has become a platform for industry debates and discussions with authorities and other interest groups. Milestones include the creation of the regulation on additives for use in animal nutrition and the establishment of FAMI-QS, an international certification code for feed additives. Future challenges include the modernization of the regulation on feed additives and the impact of the EU legal framework for sustainable food systems on the industry. [Extracted from the article]

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has spoken with representatives of the agriculture sector at the International Green Week in Berlin. This is an important signal for the appreciation of this industry in Germany. It is emphasized that not only agriculture, but also the animal feed industry, requires favorable conditions. Otherwise, Germany and Europe could lose a significant amount of value creation, as suppliers would increasingly focus on non-European export markets. [Extracted from the article]

33 associations sent clear messages during the farmers' protests in January: the current regulations for agricultural diesel must be maintained. The competitiveness of German agriculture must not deteriorate further. It is about recognizing the achievements of German agriculture and appreciating the value of food. There is also a demand for more public presence for the animal feed industry, which serves as an important supplier for livestock farmers. The government must ensure fair competition conditions and provide future prospects, while the economy itself can contribute to this. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents various events in the field of animal nutrition and feed industry that will take place in the year 2024. The events include webinars, further education courses, and conferences that will be held in different cities and countries. Some of the organizers are the Burg Warberg Academy, the Society for Nutritional Physiology, and the Victam Corporation. Further information about the individual events and their respective locations can be found on the organizers' websites. [Extracted from the article]

Animal husbandry and the feed industry are facing social and political challenges. At the 30th Fefac Congress in Ystad, Sweden, participants discussed how these challenges can be overcome. Pierre Bascou, Deputy Director-General of DG AGRI, praised the association and its partners in the supply chain for their resilience during times of crisis. The EU plans to accelerate the transition to a better environmental and climate performance in the animal husbandry sector through national strategic plans. Pekka Pesonen, Secretary-General of Copa-Cogeca, expressed concerns about the political objectives of the EU Green Deal and fears that the animal husbandry sector will be abolished as a result. Pedro Cordero, the newly elected FEFAC President, emphasized the importance of close dialogue and advocated for sustainable circular solutions. [Extracted from the article]

Effizienz und Produktivität in der Futtermittelindustrie nehmen rasant zu, um die wachsende Nachfrage der Verbraucher nach sicheren und nachhaltigen tierischen Produkten zu befriedigen. In diesem Zusammenhang setzt die Futtermittelindustrie mittlerweile Zusatzstoffe als Alternative ein, um Antibiotika zu ersetzen. Efficiency and productivity in the feed industry are rapidly increasing to meet a growing consumer demand in terms of safe and sustainable animal products. In this context, the feed industry has adopted the use of additives as an alternative solution to replace the use of antibiotics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article contains a list of events and conferences in the field of animal feed industry. The events take place in various cities and countries, including Berlin, Quakenbrück, Uzwil, Braunschweig, Bangkok, and Warberg. The events include certificate courses, introductions, further education, and training on various topics such as quality management, animal feed regulations, and compound feed production. The exact dates and venues can be found on the websites of the respective organizers. [Extracted from the article]

The German animal feed industry is facing challenges such as political framework conditions, investment needs for the transformation of animal husbandry, and rising costs. German livestock numbers are declining, while global demand for protein is increasing. FEFAC has prioritized sustainability and completed a project to calculate the CO2 footprint. The common goal is to strengthen compound feed and animal processing production. It is emphasized that the animal feed industry is indispensable for providing the population with healthy and sustainable food. [Extracted from the article]

The mood among the participants of the 30th Fefac Congress was optimistic, as the feed industry and research constantly present new innovations and insights into animal welfare, climate protection, and animal nutrition. However, there are concerns about the direction in which the industry is developing. The EU rejects the abolition of animal husbandry, but the transformation is "irreversible". The financing is still unclear, and companies must develop sustainable concepts as the food retail sector quickly implements the demands of society. Waiting for politics is not an option. [Extracted from the article]

The German Association of Animal Feed (DVT) has awarded Peter Radewahn with the DVT Award, thus honoring his long-standing contributions to the animal feed industry. Radewahn retired in October. He started his career in 1983 as a scientific assistant and became the managing director of the association in 1994. His successor is Dr. Michael Lüke, who joined the management board at the beginning of the year. [Extracted from the article]

The article contains a list of events in the year 2023 that deal with various aspects of animal nutrition and the feed industry. The events include sampling and sensory evaluation of raw materials and compound feed in Braunschweig, the 20th Fefac Congress in Ystad, VIV Turkey - International Poultry Trade Fair in Istanbul, Animal Nutrition and Feeding in Warberg, a practical course on feed manufacturing technologies in Braunschweig, SPACE 2023 in Rennes, Contractual Settlement in Grain and Feed Trade in Warberg, the annual conference of the DVT in Berlin, and VICTAM LatAm in Sao Paolo. The exact dates and further information about the events can be found on the respective websites of the organizers. [Extracted from the article]

The revision of EU Regulation 1831/2003 on feed additives will not be completed during this term, as confirmed by Commissioner of DG SANTE, Stella Kyriakides, in a response letter to the Chairman of the European Parliament's Agriculture Committee, Norbert Lins. The feed additive industry is no longer supported by politics, as the positive effects are not perceived and not taken into account. The animal nutrition industry has already developed concepts for reducing environmentally relevant emissions that are not feasible without feed additives. However, there is a lack of knowledge about the contribution of modern animal nutrition to the goals of the Farm-to-Fork strategy in society and politics. Therefore, the AWT has started to communicate with politics to strengthen the perception of the role of the feed additive industry as an important actor for a more sustainable and healthier food production. [Extracted from the article]

The VICTAM International, the world's largest event for the animal feed processing industry, is returning to the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht after two exhibitions in Cologne this year. The trade fair takes place parallel to the VIV processing fair and offers decision-makers in the feed and grain processing industry a "one-stop show" with high-quality industry conferences and business contacts. The VICTAM covers the technology and additives needed for feed processing and takes place over three days at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht venue. In addition, the International Feed Technology Congress takes place, bringing together people from research institutions and the industry to exchange knowledge and expertise. [Extracted from the article]

The animal feed industry has successfully overcome the challenges of the past year, but the outlook remains cloudy. Livestock populations in Europe continue to decline, leading to a decrease in sales opportunities. Therefore, the industry is increasingly focusing on growth markets in Southeast Asia, particularly poultry feed and aquaculture feed. An increase in sales of pig feed is also expected in China. Companies in the animal feed industry are relying on innovation and seeking new markets to strengthen their presence. This involves establishing new partnerships with market partners and reorganizing existing ones. Challenges such as market volatility, as well as sustainability and animal welfare requirements, persist. The coming year is expected to be equally demanding. [Extracted from the article]

According to the Alltech Agri-Food Outlook 2022, global feed production increased by 2.3% last year. China experienced the strongest growth. The production of pig feed increased by 6.6%, while the quantity of layer hen feed slightly decreased. The tonnage of dairy cow feed increased slightly, while the production of other cattle feed decreased worldwide. The aquaculture industry experienced a growth of 3.7%, while the production of pet food had the highest increase at 8.2%. North America and Latin America experienced moderate growth, while Europe saw a decline in feed production. Despite several challenges, global feed production increased by 2.3% last year. China had the strongest growth. The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the agricultural and food sectors, but led to positive developments in feed production. The amount of feed produced worldwide in 2021 was estimated at 1.235 billion tons, an increase of 2.3% compared to the previous year. The top ten feed-producing countries are China, USA, Brazil, India, Mexico, Spain, Russia, Germany, Japan, and France. The outlook for the global feed industry is positive, and further growth is expected. [Extracted from the article]

Bernd Springer, long-time responsible editor of "FeedMagazine/Kraftfutter", will retire on January 1st. He has shaped and developed the magazine for 32 years. Through his close collaboration with the German Association of Animal Feed (DVT), he has made the magazine an important publication for the feed industry. In addition, he further developed the "agrarzeitung" and the website "AgroOnline" between 2000 and 2008. [Extracted from the article]

The article contains a list of events in October and November 2022 that deal with various topics in the animal feed industry. The events include courses, conferences, and forums that take place in various cities in Germany and Switzerland. Some of the topics covered include grain and oilseed storage, machinery and process technology for the animal feed industry, animal feed regulations for pets, and the reduction of emissions in animal feed production. The events are organized by various organizations such as the Akademie Burg Warberg, SFT, IFF, and DLG. [Extracted from the article]

Plant extracts market created in the late 80's is currently booming and welcoming new actors every day. Today, feed additive manufacturers are claiming antimicrobial effects of their plant extracts as the main effect of their blends. 20 years later, research has allowed to revise our thinking and to consider amore integrated approach of their mode of actions. Only few committed companies have been able to explain their activity as immune-modulator. Controversial sales claims are leading to a lack of consistent information on the market. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Marco Baumann was appointed Vice President Business Unit Capital at ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel in July 2022. Previously, he served as Director for the feed industry within the company and contributed to establishing ANDRITZ as a strategic partner for feed manufacturers worldwide. Baumann has 30 years of experience in plant engineering and aims to continue positioning ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel at the forefront of global issues and addressing challenges such as feeding a growing population. He will also strive to build long-term customer relationships to realize ANDRITZ's vision of sustainability and success. [Extracted from the article]

Peter Radewahn, Managing Director of the German Association of Animal Feed (DVT), has been appointed as an honorary member by Fefac. He has been working in the animal feed industry for almost 40 years and is also involved in the European umbrella organization. The appointment was made by Asbjørn Børsting, President of Fefac, and Alexander Döring, Secretary General of Fefac. [Extracted from the article]

Two exhibitions took place in the same time in the All Exhibition Center of Moscow: "Cereals-Mixed Feed-Veterinary- 2014", organized by the Russian company Marketing Centre "Expokhleb" and more focussed on feed, and "AgroFarm" organized by the German DLG and more focussed on animal production. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article lists various events and conferences in the field of animal feed industry. The mentioned events include the Feed Technology Congress (IFTC 2022), Victam, VIV Europe, the 66th public annual meeting of FEFAC, the Insects to Feed the World Conference, a workshop on sensory evaluation of raw materials in the animal feed industry, the AWT annual meeting, the Bühler Networking Days, a correspondence course by SFT, a conference on Vacuumcoating and Aquafeed, a workplace safety seminar on compound feed production, Victam Asia 2020 and Animal Health & Nutrition, as well as an intensive course at the SFT Training Center. The events take place in various locations such as Utrecht, Quebec, Braunschweig, Königswinter, Uzwil, and Bangkok. [Extracted from the article]

The article contains a list of upcoming events related to animal feeding and the feed industry. The events include training courses, conferences, and trade fairs taking place in various cities in Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Some of the events mentioned are the Horse Feeding - Training for Consultants in Warberg, the German Feed Law Day in Frankfurt, and the Interzoo Trade Fair in Nuremberg. For more information about the events and their locations, please visit the respective websites. [Extracted from the article]

The article deals with the uncertainties and challenges that the animal feed industry and agriculture face in the new year. The new Minister of Agriculture, Cem Özdemir, has announced changes in agriculture that could be promising for the animal feed industry. However, there is a danger that the decline in livestock numbers and the demand for species-appropriate animal husbandry and environmental protection could affect the animal feed industry. It is emphasized that a close interconnection between animal husbandry and crop production is necessary to achieve sustainable agriculture. The importance of sustainable animal nutrition is highlighted, as only healthy animals can achieve high nutrient utilization. It is pointed out that Europe is important as a location for global food security and that income security for farmers can be a correct path. [Extracted from the article]

The article contains a list of events in February, March, April, and May 2022 that deal with various topics in the animal feed industry. The events include machinery and process engineering for feed production, quality management with a focus on GMP+, basics of compound feed production, quality management training, contractual processing in grain and feed trade, antibiotic resistance in animal husbandry, feed law, and member meetings. The events take place in various cities in Germany and Switzerland and are organized by various organizations and institutions such as SFT, Bundeslehranstalt Burg Warberg, IFF, DMSB, Kaesler Animal Nutrition, Freie Universität Berlin, GMP+, Nürnberg Messe, ZLR, and dfv Mediengruppe. [Extracted from the article]

The fluidised bed process offers numerous advantages for feed production too - for example in the production of granulates which provide optimal exploitation of active ingredients and which can be easily processed as well as being heat and pressure resistant. The contract manufacturer SternMaid makes this technology available to companies so that they do not have to invest themselves. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]