NEWS 6 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE July 2022 Ruminant experts at Lallemand Animal Nutrition have designed a new prediction tool based on multiple equations in order to have a comprehensive view under different global farming conditions and supportive of beef cattle and small ruminants. Based on an in-depth scientific review that represents different feeding and management styles all around the world, Lallemand Animal Nutrition has developed the tool to predict the negative impact that heat stress has on milk yield and milk quality for dairy cows, milk yield for dairy sheep and goats Lallemand releases webtool predicting heat stress-related losses Lallemand Animal Nutrition has unveiled a new webtool which predicts the negative impact that heat stress has on ruminants. Cargill signed a binding agreement to acquire Delacon, the globally leading expert in plant-based phytogenic additives. The world's leading agribusiness company Cargill announced that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire Delacon, the globally leading expert in plant-based phytogenic additives. The acquisition combines Cargill's global network and deep expertise in animal nutrition technologies with Delacon's pioneering knowledge and market experience in phytogenic feed additives, a category that uses a broad range of herbs, plants and their extracts, such as essential oils, to improve livestock and aquaculture performance and promote animal health. “After a successful five-year partnership, Cargill and Delacon will build upon their combined deep history and long-term commitment to scientifically driven, sustainable customer solutions focused on animal health, feed efficiency, and performance,” said Adriano Marcon, Cargill animal nutrition president. “We're excited to expand our animal nutrition offerings with science-proven additives.” “Combining Cargill's animal health technologies with Delacon's phytogenics provides the next frontier for animal productivity and sustainable, wholesome food production,” says Mike Johnson, leader of Cargill's animal health technologies business. "Joining together with Delacon's leading talent and technology to deliver improved profitability and performance for our customers." Markus Dedl, Delacon's chief executive officer, shared his excitement, “It is my responsibility to assure the frame for Delacon's future growth, developing our ability to thrive, and taking phytogenic expertise to the next level. The acquisition will enlarge Delacon's scope for future innovations and make phytogenic feed additives more available globally. Together, Cargill and Delacon will accelerate the pace of innovation and drive strategic, long-term growth.” Upon closing, the acquisition grows the global presence and distribution of both organizations, adding nearly 150 talented people to Cargill's health technologies business in more than 25 countries. Cargill to acquire Delacon phytogenic feed additives
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