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Inspire Forum to feature experts in NSP enzymes

The inaugural Inspire: International Non-Starch Polysaccharide(NSP) Forum addressing thedevelopment and use of NSP enzymes in animal nutrition is set to take placebetween March 31 and April 2 in Pitlochry, Scotland. The Inspire Forum willbring together leading academic and industry experts in NSP enzymes.

Brand Insights

ADM’s rumen-protected capsicum – from plant science to performance

ADM Animal Nutrition

ADM’s rumen-protected capsicum helps improve energy efficiency in dairy cows, supporting milk production and resource-efficient dairy nutrition.

ADM’s rumen-protected capsicum – from plant science to performance

Zinpro Corporation promotes Frisvold to senior marketing manager

ZinproCorporation, the leader in trace mineral nutrition, has promoted Brad Frisvoldto senior marketing manager - the Americas. Frisvold joined Zinpro in 2005 as marketingmanager - North America.

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Manganese for stronger eggshell membrane

A recent study in China investigated the effect of dietary manganese supplementation on eggshell quality. A total of 216 layers at the age of 50 weeks were divided into three groups.

Soybean demand slowing as ‘China effect’ recedes

With a slowdown imminent in the rate of increase in animal protein in China, the rate at which imports of soybeans grows is also about to slow down. Instead of growing at 5 million metric tons per year, it can be expected that the rate of increase will be falling. Over the next several years a much lower average growth of perhaps 2 or 3 million metric tons can be expected.

OSHA announces interim final rule, invites comments on procedures for handling retaliation complaints under Food Safety Modernization Act

The Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration (OSHA) on February 19 published an interim final ruleestablishing procedures and time frames for handling retaliation complaintsunder the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). OSHA invites the public tosubmit comments on the interim final rule.

High-fiber diets for broiler versus layer chicks

High-fiber ingredients, like distillers grains and wheat bran, are often priced suitably to feature at high levels in feed formulas for young poultry. But, adding such ingredients in diets for chicks from broiler or layer lines is bound to give different results, as evidenced by a recent study.

President Obama signs US farm bill into law

U.S. President Barack Obama on February 7 signed the 2014farm bill into law during a visit to Michigan State University. The bipartisanlegislation seeks to end direct subsidies to farmers and cut food stamps, whileexpanding government-backed crop insurance plans.

VIV Europe 2014 to put new focus on animal health

VIV Europe 2014 will focus on the increased demand for freshand safe meat products with extended shelf lives and convenient packaging. Theshow will take place May 20-22 at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht Complex in Utrecht,Netherlands.

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Where is the poultry industry going to be in seven years?

With the slogan "What if…," Dr. Pearse Lyons, CEO of Alltech, urged the audience, both in-person at the International Production & Processing Expo 2014 and the 1,600 virtual attendants, to challenge themselves to imagine where the poultry industry could be by 2020. "What if an egg could provide all the DHA we need a day? What if we could really have antibiotic-free production? Or, what if there could be no leg problems in chickens?"

Adifo strengthens market position in China and the US

Adifo, a Belgian company specializing in software forthe food and feed industries, is about to acquire U.S. company BrilliantAlternatives and Chinese company Brill Resellers. The negotiations have enteredthe final stage. The acquisition will help Adifo significantly strengthen itsinternational position.

WATT Global Media will exhibit at 2014 IPPE

WATT GlobalMedia will be exhibiting at the 2014 International Production & ProcessingExpo (IPPE), scheduled for January 28-30 at the Georgia World Congress Centerin Atlanta. IPPE attendees are encouraged to stop by the WATT Global Mediabooth No. 510, located in Hall A.

AB Vista will exhibit at 2014 IPPE

ABVista will be exhibiting at the 2014 InternationalProduction & Processing Expo (IPPE), scheduled for January 28- 30 inAtlanta. 2013 was a year of successes for AB Vista, consolidating its position asone of the leading top three global feed enzyme suppliers.

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