NEWS 20 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE July 2023 Nor-Feed measures environmental impact of its products Nor-Feed, which has been developing natural alternatives based on plants and plant extracts for animal nutrition and health since its creation in 2003, announced that it has carried out Life Cycle Analyses (LCA) of its products as part of its CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy. The LCAs have been carried out on all Nor-Feed's main products with the help of the renowned consultancy firm EVEA. To measure the environmental impact of NorFeed products, the LCAs first assessed carbon emissions, water consumption, and the use of agricultural land from plant production to the finished product. Then, the impact of using Nor-Feed products in livestock production was demonstrated, highlighting the interest of Nor-Feed solutions in reducing the environmental impact of livestock production. The study carried out by EVEA demonstrates the benefits of substituting synthetic vitamin E with standardized grape extract, as well as the benefits of using lemon extract to reduce the environmental impact of meat production. The data obtained is now available for Nor-Feed's main products and is also the subject of a scientific publication. Read more>> ForFarmers/Tasomix agreed with Piast Pasze Sp. z.o.o. to merge their feed activities. The volume of ForFarmers/Tasomix will consequently increase by 410,000 tonnes. In addition, ForFarmers/ Tasomix will strengthen its position in the broiler sector in particular. The transaction is pending the approval of the Polish competition authority. Closing of the transaction is expected to take place in the fourth quarter of 2023. ForFarmers/Tasomix is a large feed producer with over 30 years of experience in the Polish market. The company has a strong position in the poultry sector and also focuses on growing its position in both the ruminant and pig sectors. One of the strategic objectives of ForFarmers/Tasomix is to expand in the attractive Polish agricultural market. The acquisition of Piast is entirely in line with this objective. Pawel Swierkula, Managing Director of ForFarmers/Tasomix, commented: “This cooperation is a great step forward for both parties. Piast and ForFarmers/ Tasomix have similar company cultures and the same attitude toward customers. Working together offers us a larger operating area in centers of growth in our country and will therefore help us to enhance the solid platform to further develop and improve a sustainable future for our business.” Adam Plewiński, co-owner of Piast, stated: “We are very optimistic about the transfer of our feed activities to ForFarmers/Tasomix. This will bring many benefits and new perspectives to our customers who will be able to benefit from the vast experience and knowledge that this international company has. We look forward to working with their management to make this transaction a success.” Read more>> ForFarmers acquires feed producer Piast in Poland
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