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Circularity/Upcycling

2026 International Rendering Symposium to explore communication, sustainability, resilience

The International Rendering Symposium, held in conjunction with the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, will focus on strengthening science-based communication across animal agriculture, optimizing rendered ingredients for a sustainable feed future and addressing the risks and resilience challenges facing the industry.

Brand Insights

Optimized phytase dosing: unlocking more value from feed phytate

IFF Animal Nutrition & Health

Learn how optimized phytase dosing with Axtra® PHY GOLD can improve nutrient release, reduce feed costs and maximize feed phytate value in poultry and swine diets.

Optimized phytase dosing: unlocking more value from feed phytate

Neogen announces 2 senior leadership appointments

Neogen Corp. has announced the appointments of Joe Freels as senior vice president and chief commercial officer, effective January 5, and Dr. Tammi Ranalli as senior vice president and general manager, global food safety, effective January 7.

Alltech names general manager for Thailand, Myanmar and Laos

Chew Boon Kee (BK Chew) has also been appointed APAC key account director.

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NPPC welcomes back Molly O’Connor as director of federal affairs

O’Connor began her career with NPPC as an international trade intern in 2011 and now returns to the organization, bringing more than a decade of experience in federal government relations and food and agriculture policy.

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Samuel Schär begins role as new CEO of Bühler Group

He succeeds Stefan Scheiber, who is being proposed as the new chairman of the board of directors at the upcoming annual general meeting in February 2026.

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Mowi enters strategic partnership with Skretting/Nutreco

The agreement builds on the long-term commercial relationship between the two companies.

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Phibro Animal Health announces leadership transition

Phibro Animal Health Corp. has announced a leadership transition that will support the company’s continued growth and long-term strategic direction.

United Sorghum Checkoff elects Kim Baldwin as chair

Kansas farmer and agriculture education leader will guide board priorities for sorghum research, market development and industry growth.

AFIA adds three staff members to policy, education teams

The American Feed Industry Association expands capabilities with new hires in advocacy, professional development and communications.

Geel hired to become next CFO of Astral Foods

He will succeed Dries Ferreira, who will leave the company in early 2026.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Biochem to acquire BASF’s global glycinate business

By acquiring this business, Biochem gains enhanced market access and a well-established network of distribution partners from BASF.

Business & Markets

Elanco restructuring to affect 600 positions across the company

The company said 300 jobs would be eliminated, and 300 would be shifted to other areas or locations.

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