June 2023 Year: 3 Issue: 29 Feed Additive Jeff Wheeler, Diamond V Overcoming heat stress: Strategies for hoof health in dairy cows Pauline Chaput, Techna Managing the environmental impact of feed formulas Dr Muhammad Umar, Dr. Eckel Endotoxin contamination - Don’t underestimate the danger www.feedandadditive.com Strategies for Reducing Effects of Heat Stress in Farm Animals How to Reduce Environmental Impacts of Livestock?
The impacts of global warming and climate change are felt almost everywhere in the world, especially in countries located in the middle latitudes, so intensely that they cannot be ignored. During the next July and August, it is likely that many countries will once again have to deal with above-normal temperatures, accompanying fires, droughts and floods. All these negativities due to global warming, of which we are the main responsible, affect other living things in nature (as much as us, even more than us). These creatures include our farm animals that we feed to meet our protein needs. Considering these facts, the topics we cover in this month's issue are actually very ironic: “Strategies for Reducing Effects of Heat Stress in Farm Animals” and “How to Reduce Environmental Impacts of Livestock?”… Today, we have to deal with global warming and climate change as a cost of our past mistakes. Sudden weather events such as high temperatures threaten the health and performance of our farm animals. Companies serving in the field of animal nutrition and health direct their experts to research solutions to keep heat stress in animals under control. You can find some solutions to combat heat stress in this month's Issue Focus. In this month’s Special Story, we focused on ways to reduce our environmental impacts in order not to face worse results than today. Because, according to the report titled “Global Warming of 1.5 ºC” published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) of the United Nations (UN) in 2018, global warming is likely to exceed 1.5 ºC between 2030 and 2052 if the current increase continues. And this is a serious problem that can threaten life on Earth. In order to avoid this problem, it is extremely important to reduce the environmental impact to the lowest possible level in all sectors. The livestock and feed industries are no exception, especially considering the impacts of gases such as methane and nitrous oxide from the livestock industry on global warming… In short, we cannot continue to do what we have been doing up to now. Listen to science for sustainable new ways… Enjoy your reading… See you in the next issue ! Publisher Muhammed Akatay [email protected] Responsible Manager Özlem Akatay [email protected] Editor-in-Chief Derya Yıldız [email protected] Editors Bahadır Büyükkılıç Burak Varol [email protected] Design Alper Kandemir [email protected] Web Design Caner Cem Pulat [email protected] Proofreading Lisa Atakul [email protected] Circulation and Data Responsible Amine Şengün [email protected] Ataturk St. Metropol Istanbul Ste. Block C1, No:376 Atasehir, Istanbul/TURKEY Phone: +90 850 220 5064 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: www.feedandadditive.com Publication Type: Periodic (Monthly) EDITOR Contending with an issue we have created! Derya YILDIZ © Three Plus Media | All rights reserved. Reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written permission of the publisher. *DISCLAIMER: All views and ideas expressed in articles published in the magazine reflect the point of views of the author(s), not that of the Editor-in-Chief, Editors, Editorial Board or Publisher of Feed & Additive Magazine. The Editor-in-Chief, Editors, Editorial Board and Publisher assume no responsibility or liability in such cases. The publisher does not give any warranty and representation to the accuracy or completeness of the contents and data published in the magazine. All responsibility of the contents, articles and information published in the magazine belongs to the authors. The publisher and the authors cannot be held responsible for any damages resulting from the use of the whole or part of the content of the magazine. feedandadditive Dear Readers,
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CON T E N T S 20 ISSUE FOCUS 28 NUTRITIONAL STRATEGIES THAT CAN STAND THE HEAT Gavin Boerboom, Selko Feed Additives 22 OVERCOMING HEAT STRESS: STRATEGIES FOR HOOF HEALTH IN DAIRY COWS Jeff Wheeler, M.S., Diamond V 34 HEAT STRESS: MEASURES TO COPE WITH RISING TEMPERATURES AND HUMIDITY Erika PAIVA, Phileo by Lesaffre STRATEGIES FOR REDUCING EFFECTS OF HEAT STRESS IN FARM ANIMALS ARTICLES 62 DIGGING DEEPER: EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF SOIL PROBIOTICS IN AQUACULTURE Dr. Amit Ranjan, TNJFU-Institute of Fisheries Post Graduate Studies 57 ENDOTOXIN AND ANIMAL HEALTH; A HIDDEN THREAT IN ANIMAL FEED Dr Anas Sattar, Molendotech Ltd 54 ENDOTOXIN CONTAMINATION - DON’T UNDERESTIMATE THE DANGER Dr Muhammad Umar, Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition (Germany) 66 FEED SAFETY CULTURE AND QUALITY ASSURANCE STRATEGIES PRESERVE AND PROTECT GRAIN By Trouw Nutrition
CON T E N T S SPECIAL STORY DSM and Firmenich complete merger and announce new company 8 FEFAC to hold its 30th Congress on 14-16 June 2023 in Sweden 11 Nestlé experts explore novel approaches in dairy farming 81 Nor-Feed becomes sole shareholder of Nor-Feed Vietnam 85 ANDRITZ introduces solutions for alternative proteins 14 Lallemand and INRAE reaffirm ruminant research partnership 82 Scoular acquires fish processing facility for pet food 88 CPM acquires Taiwan-based technology company IDAH 16 Avril to acquire Axéréal’s animal nutrition business 76 NEWS REPORTS GLOBAL SWINE FEED MARKET 70 42 LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT OF FEED INGREDIENTS: WHERE WE ARE FOR TRACE MINERALS? Alessandra Monteiro & Axel Minetto, Animine 50 MAKING ANIMAL PROTEIN MORE SUSTAINABLE REQUIRES ACCURATE FOOTPRINT MEASUREMENT David Nickell, DSM Nutritional Products, Animal Nutrition & Health 46 TAKING A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO REDUCING METHANE EMISSIONS IN AGRICULTURE Joanne Sharpe, Cargill Animal Nutrition 38 MANAGING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF FEED FORMULAS Pauline Chaput, TECHNA How to reduce environmental impacts of livestock?
NEWS 6 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 Trouw Nutrition launched MyMilkPrint, an easy-touse service that allows feed advisors to calculate the environmental impact of milk at the farm level, enabling them to develop effective emission reduction strategies for dairy producers. To remain competitive in an increasingly sustainability-oriented marketplace, dairy producers are being challenged to measure and reduce the environmental impact of their products. Early adopters of more sustainable practices are already benefitting from a clear competitive advantage, making value-chain transparency a key selling point. Others are still exploring where to begin their ‘sustainability journey’ and what they can do on the farm level to make their milk production more sustainable. Feed advisors have a key role to play in this transition. Trouw Nutrition is addressing the growing need for transparency around the sustainability of milk with the launch of MyMilkPrint, a one-stop online environmental footprint service for milk production. The new service, integrated into Trouw Nutrition’s MyNutriOpt digital platform, uses farm-specific inputs such as milk production, on-farm energy use, and farm-grown ingredients, combined with data on purchased feeds and nutritional data. These inputs are then translated into an accurate estimate of the environmental impact per kg of farm-gate milk produced. According to the company’s statement, MyMilkPrint is an easy-to-use service, requiring no specialist knowledge and minimal set-up or training. Read more>> Trouw Nutrition launches new service to calculate environmental impact of milk De Heus Brazil officially inaugurated its largest plant in Itaberaí, Goiás. The newly opened plant specializes in producing high-quality feed and supplements for ruminants, with advanced technology, production management systems, and an automated process ensuring production safety and adherence to high-quality product standards. De Heus entered the state of Goiás in 2019 through the acquisition of the former Cerrado Nutrição Animal. Investments were made to establish a new feed plant within the same industrial complex, while the old factory area was transformed into a warehouse for storing pig and poultry feed manufactured by other De Heus plants in Brazil. The newly opened plant will significantly increase the company’s production capacity in the state from 40,000 to 180,000 tonnes per year. The addition of the new plant in Itaberaí is a significant milestone for De Heus Brazil. Currently, De Heus has six plants in Brazil, alongside an administrative unit and a distribution center. Ademir Maciel, Ruminants Business Manager of De Heus further mentioned, “In the future, with three production shifts and depending on the product type, this plant will reach an annual production of 180,000 tons.” He added, “Our challenge now is to quadruple sales volumes from this plant in the coming years.” Read more>> De Heus inaugurates its largest plant in Brazil
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 7 Arla Foods supports local dairy development in Nigeria European dairy cooperative Arla Foods inaugurated a state-of-the-art farm to support local dairy development in Nigeria. The farm opening underpins Arla Foods’ long-term commitment in Nigeria. According to the company, training sessions for local farmers and industry-wide knowledge sharing will accelerate dairy development in the country projected soon to be one of the most populated in the world. Nigeria has one of the fastest-growing populations in the world and it is projected to nearly double by 2050, from approx. 220m to 400m. This will put enormous pressure on food systems to deliver affordable, nutritious food and with local dairy production only covering about 40 per cent of the current demand of 1.45bn litres of milk per year, the need to develop the local dairy industry is pivotal. “With some expecting it to become the second-most populous country in the world, and Lagos the most populous city in the world, by 2100, all eyes are on Nigeria at the moment. While there of course is a business opportunity for us, our activities in Nigeria are very much focused on sharing our agricultural and production expertise in collaboration with local partners to secure access to affordable nutrition for the growing population. And the farm very clearly solidifies of our continued commitment to this”, said Executive Vice President and head of Arla’s International business, Simon Stevens. Read more>> A decisive step towards low-methane milk has been taken by Bel Group in one of its major dairy basins. Having successfully completed a series of pilot tests for Bovaer®, a revolutionary feed additive by dsm-firmenich that reduces livestock methane emissions, Bel is now starting to roll out this pioneering solution to the majority of its dairy producers in Slovakia. They supply around 70 million liters of milk per year to make the Group’s renowned Babybel® cheeses distributed in Central Europe and the United Kingdom. Implementing Bovaer® will cut methane emissions for each farm by approximately 1/4 and would represent an overall yearly 400ton methane reduction. Food has a critical role to play in the fight against climate change. By addressing both CO2 and methane emissions at farm level, Bel is a pioneer in the search for revolutionary solutions, committed to the 1.5°C trajectory which aims to limit global warming to below this threshold. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that has a much greater warming effect than CO2, and cows, by naturally emitting this gas during digestion, are the second-most important source of methane from human activities (after fossil fuels). But the feed additive developed by dsm-firmenich, Bovaer®, added to the dairy cows’ diet – no more than a quarter of a teaspoon per cow per day – can suppress some of the chemical reactions that produce the gas in their stomach, thus making them emit 25% less methane on average. With the support of its partner farmers, Bel aims to deploy the solution to all 10,000 cows supplying milk in Slovakia. Read more>> Bel partners with dsm-firmenich for low methane milk
NEWS 8 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 DSM and Firmenich announced the completion of the merger of the two companies. The new company dsm-firmenich will provide services in 4 businesses, including the animal nutrition and health unit. With a nearly 30,000 strong team and unparalleled capabilities built on more than a century of cutting-edge science, dsm-firmenich will be a trailblazer in the reinvention, manufacturing, and combination of vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances. By creatively applying proven science and drawing on data-driven innovation capabilities as well as exceptional standards of operational excellence, dsm-firmenich seeks to tackle the tension between what society needs, what people individually want, and what the planet demands in the areas of nutrition, health, and beauty. By working closely together with customers to create what is essential for life as well as desirable for consumers yet simultaneously more sustainable for the planet, dsm-firmenich is poised to bring progress to life for billions of people around the world. Geraldine Matchett and Dimitri de Vreeze, Co-CEOs of dsm-firmenich, commented: “Today marks a new beginning for us all that is the culmination of more than a century of ground-breaking science from two great companies. dsm-firmenich now stands out as a category of one, uniquely working at the intersection between what people individually want and what we collectively need, without costing the Earth. After all, what is essential has limited impact if it is not desirable, and that impact is not positive if it is not sustainable. And sustainable things that people don’t want or need don’t help much! We are truly global, built on an incredible foundation of proven world-class science with the broadest portfolio of nutrients, flavors, and fragrances. We are delighted to embark on this journey together as a single force for good as innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty.” Read more>> DSM and Firmenich complete merger and announce new company NOVUS to host seminar on scaling up pork profitability Novus International, Inc., will host a seminar, 'Optimizing Pork Production per Sow Lifetime' on June 8 at 9 a.m., CT, in Room D of the Varied Industries Building during World Pork Expo 2023. Swine experts from the technical services and R&D teams at NOVUS will share their insights and provide advice on how swine producers can scale up pork profitability. Attendees will gain valuable information on nutrition and management to maximize value from their pigs. Brandon Reinbold, DVM, Ph.D., Senior Manager, Global Swine Technology Lead, will guide the session as chairperson. Reinbold says profitability is a key driver for sustainable pork production. "Knowing how to achieve increased profitability without conceding pig welfare is necessary, especially in today’s economic environment where producers are facing higher costs of production while also needing to meet the expectations of engaged pork product consumers." Read more>>
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 9 Perform efficiently with confidence Poultry feed can amount to 70% of your overall production costs. Efficient nutrient utilization in your flock ensures healthy development, boosts productivity, and improves performance. By improving efficiency and sustainability, we at DSM help drive your flock’s performance and your profitability with confidence. If not us, who? If not now, when? WE MAKE IT POSSIBLE Follow us on: www.dsm.com/anh
NEWS 10 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 Dutch pet food supplier, Vobra Special Petfoods, enhanced the safety and quality of their product with the new addition of a Sortex FB machine to bring the highest quality kibble to the pet food market. The rising quality demands for the pet food market require innovative approaches to meet and surpass customer and regulatory standards. One company that has always been ahead of the game when it comes to quality is Dutch pet food supplier Vobra. Operating since 1932, the company supplies quality dog and cat food to Vobra-owned brands and private labels and is active in over 35 countries. Recognizing the need to stay ahead of the market, Vobra invested in a Sortex FB machine, the leading optical sorter for kibble quality. The pet food market requires a homogeneous and uniform kibble size and shape, combined with zero tolerance for foreign materials. Vobra’s kibble is made of natural ingredients and processed to the markets required specifications using a Bühler Extruder and checked by Bühler’s Sortex FB optical sorter. With a throughput of 5 tons per hour, Vobra needed a sorter that could ensure the quality of every kibble, even with the demands of 180,000 kilos of dog and cat kibble daily. With Sortex they got exactly that. he high-definition cameras inspect every single kibble, removing defects like cross-contamination, oversized/undersized kibble, and small pieces of bone as well as any foreign material with pinpoint accuracy. Read more>> Vobra chooses Bühler Sortex to help ensure pet food quality Cargill expands retail feed operation with new facility Cargill will build a new facility in Granger, Washington, US, solely focused on producing feed for current and potential ag retail locations in the region. “The new Granger retail feed facility expands our existing retail feed footprint, enabling us to better service our retail customers and their farm and ranch customers in the Pacific Northwestern region,” said Mariano Berdegue, Regional Managing Director for Cargill Animal Nutrition – North America. “As we seek to serve the needs of consumers where and when they shop, we are growing with retailers who are meeting those needs both in-store and online.” The new Granger retail feed operation is a standalone facility that will sit on the same site as Cargill’s bulk dairy feed mill. The facility will house pellet mills, packaging lines, a spacious warehouse, office space, breakrooms and locker rooms for employees. Initially, the facility will be capable of producing more than 125,000 tons of feed annually, which will be packaged and sold under Cargill’s Nutrena brand and many customers’ brands. Cargill broke ground on the new facility in early May 2023 with an anticipated operating date of fall 2024. “We value our long-standing relationship with Cargill because they understand our business, our values and our priorities,” said Mark Schmitt, D&B Supply President. Read more>>
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 11 Royal Dutch Kusters Engineering, a global player in innovative separation solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Livin Farms, an esteemed Austrian company specializing in sustainable insect farming. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the insect-based protein industry by implementing high-tech solutions. Livin Farms is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for animal feed, with a particular focus on black soldier flies. These remarkable insects offer numerous benefits, including their high protein content, efficient conversion of organic waste, and low environmental impact. By harnessing their potential, Livin Farms is transforming the way we address food security and sustainable agriculture. Royal Dutch Kusters Engineering recently conducted a successful test at its factory in Venlo, where they showcased their Rotoshifter technology to Livin Farms. The Rotoshifter sets a new standard in larvae separation with its innovative technology, merging two established separation methods into a single solution. This cutting-edge system effectively separates larvae from frass, ensuring excellent purity levels. Extensive testing has demonstrated that the Rotoshifter achieves an impressive purity level of up to 97.5% for clean Black Soldier Fly Larvae. With its exceptional performance, this technology revolutionizes the insect farming industry, enabling producers to deliver high-quality larvae for various applications, including animal feed and sustainable agriculture. Read more>> Royal Dutch Kusters partners with Livin Farms FEFAC, DAKOFO and FS, representing respectively the European, Danish and Swedish feed industries, will co-host the 30th FEFAC Congress to be held on 14-16 June 2023 in Ystad (Sweden), dedicated to the “Resilience of Sustainable EU food production systems – Role of circular feed”. In the context of the current EU and global debate on EU food security and resilience of the EU agri-food chain, the congress explores how the European feed industry can assist the livestock and aquaculture sector to meet relevant EU Green Deal and sustainable food systems targets while providing affordable foodstuffs of animal origin to citizens. EU, livestock and aquaculture as well as food and feed industry experts will discuss with experts from the European Commission and EU Swedish Council Presidency, the opportunities and challenges of circular feed and sustainable feeding techniques to facilitate the transformation of EU livestock and aquaculture systems. This takes place in the context of 1st implementation year of the new CAP reform and the announced publication of the EU legislative framework for sustainable food systems. Read more>> FEFAC to hold its 30th Congress on 14-16 June 2023 in Sweden
NEWS 12 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 Pilgrim’s UK announced the proposed closure of its Ashton-under-Lyne site as part of further measures to fully optimise its operational footprint across the UK and return to growth. The proposed closure is part of Pilgrim’s UK’s ongoing footprint review as the business ensures the best structure for long-term growth and development, and for mitigating the current unfavourable market conditions in the UK. According to the company statement, the UK pork sector continues to face the most significant challenges in its history, with the UK sow herd having contracted by around 15% and loss-making farmers leaving the industry due to a sustained period of high production costs and lower pig prices. At the same time, an increasing and on-going reliance in the UK on cheaper, lower welfare imports from the EU and post-pandemic recovery challenges within certain markets has negatively impacted UK production. The initial phase of Pilgrim’s UK’s footprint review included the closure of its Coalville site and the imminent closure of the Bury St Edmunds site, as well as the introduction of a four-day week at Ashton in September 2022. In order to continue to optimise the business’ operational footprint, Pilgrim’s UK Executive Team has now proposed to close the Ashton site and transfer existing operations to its facilities in Spalding, Westerleigh and Bromborough. “The decision to propose the closure of our Ashton site has not been taken lightly and we have made every effort to explore alternative options,” said Rachel Baldwin, Vice President of Human Resources at Pilgrim’s UK. “A key part of our work to return to growth includes ensuring we fully optimise our operational footprint and the age and location of Ashton within a densely populated area means that there is no feasible opportunity to modernise or grow the site. As a result, these proposals are unfortunately essential to ensure a sustainable future for our team members across the UK.” Read more>> Pilgrim’s proposes closure of Ashton site Viterra announced its intent to expand its grain and ingredient terminal in Etter, Texas, US. The expansion will build upon the company’s existing capabilities and will increase storage capacity by more than 40,000 tons. “This investment will allow us to meet the increased demand for grains and high-quality feed ingredients for dairy, cattle, and swine producers across West Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico,” stated Rayner Freyberg, CEO of US & Mexico for Viterra. “The completion of this project will allow us to better serve our growers and customers, positions us well for future growth and investment in the region, and will allow us to support the continuing expansion of oilseed crush and meal production across North America.” Read more>> Viterra to expand its grain and ingredient terminal in Texas
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 13 FERMNUTRAL POSTBIOTICS EXPLORE THE POTENTIAL OF E-mail [email protected] Tel +86 371 8892 7707 Website www.cpbiolinkcn.com Address 904, Suite A, Building 3,Shenglong Plaza, DongfengSouthRoad,Zhengdong New Area, Zhengzhou, Henan, P. R. China GUT HEALTH IMMUNOREGULATION INHIBIT PATHOGENS INCREASE EGG / MILK PRODUCTION PROMOTE GROWTH POSTBIOTICS FERMNUTRAL
NEWS 14 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 Alltech conducts global sustainability survey Sustainability and the journey it entails have been described as the greatest challenge and opportunity of our time. In 2019, Alltech committed its team to a single, shared purpose of Working Together for a Planet of Plenty™, viewing it even more broadly as a vision for the global agri-food sector. As collaboration is essential for the achievement of shared goals, Alltech is inviting the global agriculture and agri-food industry to participate in the company’s inaugural Sustainability Insights Survey to gather insights on the issues that matter most to the agri-food value chain’s stakeholders. “Given the evolving understanding of sustainability and the complexity of our industry, we believe that there is significant value in exploring and sharing perspectives across the value chain,” said Tara McCarthy, global vice president of ESG at Alltech. “This consultation will better enable us to develop a robust, future-facing perspective and a collaboration strategy that is relevant, ambitious and inclusive. Our aim is to identify tangible actions across the industry and across the value chain, as we seek to deliver a Planet of Plenty.” The survey is now open to the global agri-food industry to provide input until June 12, 2023. The results of this global research will only be presented in aggregate form and responses will not be personally identified in the report. Read more>> International technology group ANDRITZ expanded its offering to the food and feed industries with solutions to produce alternative proteins. The company will help customers scale up alternative protein production to a commercial level and provide support over the entire equipment life. The new offering will initially focus on alternative protein sources such as peas, pulses, lentils, insects, and animal residues, with more to come soon. ANDRITZ experts are working side-by-side with customers to find the optimal solution for their alternative protein production needs based on wet or dry processing. The tailored end-to-end solutions include concept design, process engineering, realization, automation, and service. ANDRITZ has proven technologies for all key process steps available in the group, including milling, conditioning, dewatering, drying, extrusion, and pelleting – all backed by innovative process automation and proven global service. To produce alternative proteins, ANDRITZ will draw upon the broadest product portfolio worldwide as well as its expertise in project management by dedicated and experienced teams. “We are thrilled to officially announce the birth of this new offering,” said Christian Kling, Head of Alternative Protein Solutions at ANDRITZ. “The field of alternative proteins is an exciting market but moving from lab to industrial scale can be challenging. ANDRITZ – as the trusted partner on your side – not only has the production technology but also helps customers speed up commercialization and bridge the gap to full-scale production. With a history of 170 years, we have been engineering and implementing solutions for many industries including food and feed for decades.” Read more>> ANDRITZ introduces solutions for alternative proteins
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 15 Supplant D Closing the biosecurity gap • Mitigates viral challenge in feed • Increases feed safety • Sustainable protection • Enhances performance agrimprove.com FeedLock® OCP Group, a leading global phosphate-based plant and animal nutrition solutions provider, and Fertinagro Biotech S.L., a major Spanish fertilizer producer, announced that OCP’s previously announced acquisition of GlobalFeed was completed on May 17th, 2023. GlobalFeed, located in Spain, manufactures and distributes a wide range of products in the animal nutrition segment, including phosphate-based commodities and high-value feed solutions customized to different livestock species. Regarding the transaction Marouane Ameziane, Managing Director for Specialty Products and Solutions at OCP Group, said: “This acquisition confirms OCP’s commitment to becoming a leading player in the animal nutrition sector. We are delighted to close this transaction and strengthen our partnership with Fertinagro. Following this acquisition, we intend to increase GlobalFeed’s production capacity to 400,000 tons per year by 2027, in order to serve the needs of our customers around the globe, with an offering that expands our portfolio to include, beyond DCP, MCP and MDCP, premium products and customized solutions.” Read more>> OCP Group finalizes acquisition of 50% stake in GlobalFeed
NEWS 16 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 CPM acquires Taiwan-based technology company IDAH Neogen® launches new assays for natural toxin detection CPM, a leading solutions provider of process equipment and engineered technologies, announced the acquisition of IDAH, a move that unites two industry leaders behind a shared mission to sustainably feed, fuel and build a better world. “The joining of these two successful enterprises will bring a new dimension of solution and service offerings to our customers thanks to the perfectly complementary nature of our product portfolios,” said David Webster, CPM President & CEO. “We look forward to utilizing the strong team and capabilities of the IDAH business to expand our global position in the aqua feed, pet food and plant-based protein processing markets. We are very excited to welcome the IDAH team to CPM.” Founded in 1974 by James Chang, IDAH has grown from a small plant in rural Taiwan to six global offices serving more than 21 countries. IDAH specializes in pelleting, extruding and drying equipment, most notably for aqua feed, pet food, snack food, and plant-based protein markets. The IDAH brand has a reputation for high-quality spare parts, machines and services and today is the number one shrimp feed machine solution provider in the world and the number one provider of aquafeed equipment in Southeast Asia. “The future of the IDAH business is bright as we celebrate this milestone of joining CPM,” said Chang. “Today, two industry leaders unite as one, accelerating our shared vision to sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world and driven by our passion to innovate and create robust solutions that meet the evolving needs of our global customers.” Read more>> Neogen® Corporation launched two new assays for the detection of natural toxins, Reveal® Q+ for DON EndPoint and Reveal Q+ for Aflatoxin EndPoint. The Reveal Q+ EndPoint assays are easy-to-use quantitative lateral flow tests that provide accurate results in minutes. Designed to be read on Neogen’s Raptor® Solo Platform, the EndPoint assays are intended for use in situations where increased workflow output is needed. “The new EndPoint assays take our trusted Reveal Q+ assays to the next level, providing users with an efficient way to test large sample volumes for the presence of natural toxins,” said John Adent, Neogen’s President and CEO. “As we continually look for ways to make workflows simpler for our customers, we are pleased to offer this new solution to help make the testing process easier, while delivering accurate results.” Both assays have received a Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) Certificate of Compliance for corn and wheat commodities, certifying that the tests meet all of the USDA-FGIS’s design and performance standards and can be used for official inspections. Reveal Q+ for DON EndPoint (PN: 8375) is able to detect deoxynivalenol (DON), a toxin produced by fungi living on grain products, in grain and grain products, and deliver precise results from 0.3-30 parts-per-million (ppm) in three minutes. The assay is FGIS 2021-154 certified for corn and wheat. Read more>>
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 17 Amlan announces its master distributor in China Amlan® International, the animal health business of Oil-Dri® Corporation of America and a global leader in mineral-based feed additives that optimize the intestinal health of poultry and livestock, announced its strategic restructuring plans for the China business. To streamline distribution and increase efficiency, Amlan has chosen Beijing Zhongnong Pasture Biotechnology Co., Ltd. as its master distributor in China. The strategic decision recognizes the significance of the Chinese market and Amlan’s successful longstanding partnership with Zhongnong. In 2021, China had the world’s largest swine meat production, 53 million MT, producing 44% of global production. Additionally, China was the world’s second largest broiler meat producer, producing 14.7 million MT, and the world’s third largest milk producer, producing 36.8 million MT in the same year. With nearly 20 years of experience serving the Chinese feed and farming industry, Zhongnong has proven to be a valuable partner in the northern region of China by working closely with Amlan to provide proven mineral-based feed additives to Chinese animal producers. According to Amlan’s statement, Zhongnong has a highly professional sales team with widespread reach and a comprehensive service network, possessing an in-depth understanding and appreciation of Amlan’s products. Read more>> Ÿnsect launches insect-based Sprÿng for pet food Ÿnsect, one of the world leaders in insect production, announced the launch of Sprÿng, its new B2B2C brand for the pet food market. The brand features premium ingredients which combine scientifically proven benefits with a low environmental impact. According to the company statement, Sprÿng offers easy-to-incorporate, neutral-tasting, odourless and light brown ingredients, designed with the needs of pet food manufacturers in mind. Made using the Molitor mealworm, the ingredients are natural, highly nutritional, and healthy, and can be used in the production of dry and wet pet food. The ingredients boast the highest protein content in the insect market (up to 71%), low ash content (less than 5%), and linolenic acids. Sprÿng embodies the company’s mission to revolutionise our food system, whether for humans or pets. It comes on the back of Ÿnsect’s recent announcement to reaffirm the pet food market as one of the pillars of its short-term development strategy, alongside the opening of Amiens, the world’s largest vertical farm which is preparing to make its first deliveries in 2023. “At Sprÿng, we raise mealworms to provide a new qualitative source of food for pets while limiting our impact. The contribution to climate change of one kilo of our Protein70 feed, for example, is seventeen times lower than that of beef offal, but also lower than that of chicken offal” explained Maximilien Jouy, Impact Manager Ÿnsect. Read more>>
NEWS 18 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 In keeping with the tradition of supplying the market with innovative products and solutions to benefit its customers, Evonik launched a new generation of Biolys®, a proven source of lysine for livestock feeds. The new Biolys® formulation contains 62.4 percent L-lysine (an 80 percent ratio to Lysine HCl) compared to the current version’s 60 percent L-lysine (a 77 percent ratio to Lysine HCl). The product also contains valuable components resulting from its fermentation process — additional nutrients and energy that further benefit livestock such as swine or poultry. “The new Biolys® allows our customers to meet their animals’ requirements for the essential amino acid L-lysine even more efficiently. They can achieve the usual effect with less product”, said Dr. Martin Steffan, product manager Biolys® at Evonik Animal Nutrition. “This is fully in line with our strategy to meet growing global demand for high-quality animal protein for healthy human nutrition using a minimum of natural resources.” Biolys® is produced by means of fermentation. Microorganisms convert dextrose, a sugar derived from corn, into L-lysine. The product contains L-lysine granulated with a nutritionally rich biomass. Since 2021, Evonik has managed to reduce the CO2 emissions from this production process by roughly 20 percent, leading to the lowest carbon footprint for lysine available on the market. Read more>> Evonik to launch updated Biolys® product for animal feeds Japfa Vietnam opens new animal feed mill and slaughterhouse Japfa Comfeed Vietnam (Japfa Vietnam), a leading agro industrial company with a focus on animal protein products, inaugurated its animal feed mill and slaughterhouse located in the Minh Hung Sikico industrial zone, Hon Quan district, Binh Phuoc province in Vietnam. This investment is a significant milestone in the company’s “Feed-Farm-Food” model and underscores its unwavering commitment to sustainable development in the Vietnamese market. The Binh Phuoc animal feed mill is one of Japfa Vietnam’s most advanced projects. The Phase 1 project boasts an impressive, capacity of 240,000 tons per year for a total investment of nearly VND 400 billion. In Phase 2, the capacity will increase to a staggering 480,000 tons per year, demonstrating the company’s strong commitment to serving the needs of the Southeast and Central Highlands markets. Japfa Vietnam’s General Director Arif Widjaja, highlighted the company’s ambition: “The three projects will enable Japfa Vietnam to reach 1.5 million tons by 2023 and strengthen further our vertical integration through the Feed-Farm-Food supply chain, while also employing more than 200 local workers. We will continue to optimize our production capacity, train human resources, and improve product quality to provide value to customers and achieve mutual prosperity”. Read more>>
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 19 Berg + Schmidt Animal Nutrition will share its latest findings on the benefits of LipoAktiv Glu 60 at the annual meeting of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) in Ottawa, Canada. The international symposium from 25 to 28 June offers a platform for educators, scientists and industry representatives to discuss the economic, nutritive and health requirements of dairy feed. Dr. Corinna Brock, Species Manager Ruminants at Berg + Schmidt, will present trial results on the benefits of rumen-protected sugar supplementation for dairy cows. In dairy cows, microbes metabolize nutrients in the rumen before reaching the small intestine. Therefore, substances such as glucose are only present in low concentrations in the small intestine and not able to sufficiently support the requirement of the cow. This can become a challenge when it comes to diet formulations for high-yielding dairy cows. According to the company’s statement, Berg + Schmidt uses fluid bed technology to coat nutrients with rumen-stable fat. This lipid layer surrounds the sugar, ensuring stability and preventing fermentation in the rumen, which allows for high availability and targeted feeding in the duodenum. The innovative fluid bed processing technique not only improves targeted feeding of nutrients but also brings benefits in handling, as it creates free-flowing beads with easy dosing characteristics. Read more>> Berg + Schmidt to share benefits of rumen-protected sugar supplementation
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ISSUE FOCUS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 21 Overcoming heat stress: Strategies for hoof health in dairy cows Jeff Wheeler, M.S., Diamond V Nutritional strategies that can stand the heat Gavin Boerboom, Selko Feed Additives Heat stress: Measures to cope with rising temperatures and humidity Erika PAIVA, Phileo by Lesaffre
ISSUE FOCUS 22 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 “Healthy cows perform better. Better performance can lead to greater production and profitability. Two things are vital when it comes to optimal rumen health: a stable, active, and healthy microbial population; and a suitable pH. The goal should be to minimize the time that rumen pH drops below 5.8. Thankfully, there are tips and tricks to combat the impact of heat stress on cow health.” Heat stress poses significant risks to both rumen and hoof health in dairy cows. With the potential to cause lameness and hinder overall performance, it is crucial to address the issue proactively. According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development board, approximately one quarter of dairy cows may experience some degree of lameness at any given time, with the number of cows treated for lameness in early fall being more than twice as high as any other time of the year. This article explores the proactive measures that should be taken to prevent and detect lameness, focusing on rumen management and diet adjustments. By implementing effective strategies to combat the negative effects of heat stress, dairy farmers can safeguard their herd's health and productivity. MAINTAINING RUMEN HEALTH IN THE FACE OF HEAT STRESS Heat stress in dairy cows can cause rumen dysfunction, intestinal damage, and immunity suppression. Higher temperatures can lead to decreased feed consumption, milk production, milk fat yield, milk quality, and reproductive efficiency. How does this happen? During times of heat stress, cows will stand more, eat less, and are at an increased risk of periods of low rumen pH, also known as subacute rumen acidosis (SARA). A lower rumen pH leads to a decrease in the number of bacteria that can digest fiber in the ration. In turn, there is less food energy available to the cow. Other rumen fermentation functions, blood parameters, and metabolites are negatively impacted by a cow’s physiological responses to heat stress. This is due in large part to heat stress-induced pH decrease and leaky gut. Leaky gut is a condition characterized by a weakening of the intestinal lining, allowing bacteria and pathogens to pass through. The health of your herd starts with good rumen management. Healthy cows perform better. Better performance can lead to greater production and profitability. Two things are vital when it comes to optimal rumen health: a stable, active, and healthy microbial population; and a suitable pH. The goal should be to minimize the time that rumen pH drops below 5.8. Thankfully, there are tips and tricks to OVERCOMING HEAT STRESS: STRATEGIES FOR HOOF HEALTH IN DAIRY COWS Jeff Wheeler, M.S. National Accounts Manager, Ruminant Field Technical Specialist Diamond V
ISSUE FOCUS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 23 combat the impact of heat stress on cow health. • Keep water filled, fresh, and clean: On average, a cow can consume up to 30 gallons of water on a normal day. When you factor in high humidity, that number can double. Make sure to increase water availability for your herd. Cows will not be as willing to walk longer distances in warmer weather. They must have constant access to cool, clean water in a location that is shaded or close to shade. By keeping water troughs cool and clean, your cows will have a better chance of beating the heat. • Provide proper cooling: Cows have very little ability to sweat and cool themselves. Allowing access to misters, sprinklers, and fans can help. Look to see where the cows are congregating – this would be a great spot to install misters and sprinklers. To avoid water saturating the udder, don’t leave misters or sprinklers on for too long. Place your sprinklers on a timer to help avoid issues. Always remember to make sure misters are clean, and continuously provide proper airflow with fans. Air flow and constant water are critical to help your cows stay cool. • Allow access to feed frequently: It is common for feed intake to decrease during hotter months. To keep their appetites up, make sure they have constant access to fresh feed. Feeding more frequently during cooler parts of the day keeps feed fresh, flavorful, and can increase intake. A tasty tip is to incorporate a covered feed structure that offers shade for cows, so they are more comfortable while eating. By implementing heat abatement strategies, you can control the negative impacts of heat stress during the summer while working to prevent dairy cow lameness from showing up in the Fall. MANAGING LAMENESS: THE IMPACT OF HEAT STRESS ON HOOF HEALTH Heat stress is one of the biggest factors contributing to dairy cow lameness. Two of the main reasons are: • Cows that experience heat stress tend to stand more, to increase their surface area to dissipate heat. This can cause trauma on their feet, allowing lesions to appear. If you have poor heat abatement, you are going to see sore and bruised feet. • During heat stress cows will experience a decrease in energy and nutrient intake, which can lead to a reduction in hoof production and quality. Lame dairy cows may experience diet changes, weight loss, limping, increased lying down time, pain, discomfort, changes in gait, and changes in posture. If a cow is showing any of these signs, it could mean lameness is taking its toll, and the necessary steps should be taken to treat the condition. According to the University of California, loco-
ISSUE FOCUS 24 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 motion scoring is a tool that determines the extent of lameness in order to determine if the problem is serious enough to justify attempting to alleviate it. Visually scored on a scale of 1 to 5, where a score of 1 reflects a cow that walks normally and a score of 5 reflects a cow that is three-legged lame, a locomotion score is made in a few seconds per cow. When it comes to avoiding and treating lameness, one way is through regular hoof maintenance. Cow’s hooves should be trimmed at least twice a year, and regularly inspected and repaired. Regular hoof trimming provides an opportunity to check for hoof disorders, which commonly cause lameness, such as: • Heel erosion • Hemorrhaging • Ulcer in the sole • Ulcer in the whiteline • Cracked hoofs • Bruising of the sole • Foot rot • Digital dermatitis Work with your nutritionist, veterinarian, and hoof trimmer to develop a lameness prevention program. OPTIMIZING RUMEN HEALTH WITH POSTBIOTICS: A SOLUTION FOR LAMENESS CHALLENGES Although it is vital to provide proper heat abatement strategies, there are also feeding strategies that may assist in reducing lost performance. Incorporating a proper postbiotic feed ingredient product can help stabilize the rumen, enhance microbiome populations, support gut integrity, and maintain intake and digestion – providing more available energy to the animal. Ultimately, this can result in greater profitability on the farm. In fact, Dr. Lance Baumgard and team did a study at Iowa State University (Baumgard et al., 2020) to determine if a postbiotic moderated impacts of an induced heat stress (through thermal blankets) on production, metabolism, and immune/stress indicators of lactating dairy cows. They concluded that during heat stress, cows fed a postbiotic compared to control cows experienced: • Reduced somatic cell count (SCC) • Lower magnitude of heart rate increase • Reduction in stress hormone of cortisol • Increased circulating immune cells (white blood cells and neutrophils) Treatment, P= 0.03 Time, P < 0.05 Time* Treatment, P= 0.99 P1 1 3 5 7 Stress Responses: Cortisol Control Day 20 15 10 5 0 Postbiotic Cortisol, mg/ml Score Description Black Assessment 1 2 3 4 5 Normal Mildly lame Moderately lame Lame Severely Flat Flat or arch Arch Arch 3-legged Cow stands and walks with a level back. Gait is normal. Cow stands level backed, but develops an arched back to walk. Normal gait. Arched back is evident while standing and walking. Gait is short strided. Arch back is always evident and gait is one deliberate step at a time. Cow favors one or more legs/feet. Cow demonstrates an inability, or extreme reluctance to bear weight on one or more limbs/feet. Table 1. Locomotion Scoring Guide Adapted from Sprecher et al. (Theriogenology 47:1179-1187; 1997)
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ISSUE FOCUS 26 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2023 In another study done during the warm summer months on a large commercial dairy in Mexico (field trial 2020), the researchers looked to determine the effects of feeding a postbiotic to lactating Holstein dairy cows. They observed that cows fed a postbiotic had reduced body temperature compared to Control cows during the time of the day when body temperature was increasing. Consult with your nutritionist about what ration changes might be appropriate for warmer temperatures, including the addition of a postbiotic to optimize rumen health. In conclusion, heat stress in dairy cows can have serious negative impacts on both rumen and hoof health. In fact, according to Pennsylvania State University, in the United States, the prevalence of lameness on dairies ranges from 13 to 55%. However, there are strategies that can be implemented to help prevent and control the negative effects of heat stress. Proactive measures such as ensuring adequate water availability, providing proper shade, frequent access to fresh feed, and incorporating effective postbiotics can help in combating the harmful impacts of heat stress on cow health. It is important for farmers and industry professionals to prioritize heat abatement strategies to maintain optimal herd health and prevent dairy cow lameness from showing up in the fall. About Jeff Wheeler, M.S. As National Accounts Manager, Ruminant Field Technical Specialist, Jeff Wheeler is responsible for providing sales and technical leadership for Diamond V’s business in North America. Wheeler attended the University of Georgia (UGA) in Athens, graduating with a B.S. in Dairy Science. He then continued his education at UGA and received his M.S. in Ruminant Nutrition. He brings over 20 years of dairy industry expertise to his position at Diamond V. Body Temperature Control Postbiotic Milking Treatment: P= 0.02 Treatment*time: P < 0.00.1 * P <0.05 Pre- and post-cooling occured around milking times. Represents times for both farms. 103.0 102.5 102.0 101.5 101.0 100.5 Body Temperature, °F Hour of the Day 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 121314 151617 18192021222324 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 SCC (x 1000) P1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Day Control Postbiotic Treatment, P < 0.01 Time, P = 0.58 Time* Treatment, P= 0.92 Immune Responses: Somatic Cell Count
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