INTERVIEW 72 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE May 2024 Cargill’s latest innovations for broilers. This innovative non-invasive analysis tool has been used in more than 100 trials around the world analyzing nearly 30,000 samples, and helps customers to determine how the gut microbiome of their flock is related to their nutrition and health, and management practices. Using data collected over several years Galleon™ unlocks the complexities of the microbiome in a practical way to provide poultry producers deeper insights into the performance of their flocks. Galleon™ is a powerful tool for confident decision-making based on science as it delivers detailed statistical reports and recommendations to optimize animal health and performance, and thus represents a major innovation milestone for the poultry industry. Digital tools and services are redefining livestock farming providing valuable insights for producers. What role does digital solutions play in your portfolio? We take a holistic approach to animal nutrition, leveraging Cargill’s deep expertise and suite of digital tools to deliver trusted solutions that help farmers address animal health challenges. In some markets we offer for example the Cargill Nutrition System (CNS). It includes research, methodology and a database that combines Cargill knowledge surrounding what animals need to grow and be healthy, and the raw materials that feed those animals. Considering variables like species, climate, geography and targeted business goals, CNS enables precise feed formulations tailored to our customer’s unique operations. CNS has the largest global data set and innovative research at its core and delivers precise formulations and diets, constantly adapting to an ever-changing market. Our flexible scenario planning tool Panorama™ is a solution to help broiler operations make confident decisions for the best economic results. It allows real time control and considers market volatility and production complexities, enabling more precise diets. Another great example of digital offerings is Birdoo, a contactless daily broiler weight measurement solution from Cargill’s digital technology partner Knex that uses 3D cameras and artificial intelligence for better farm management and harvest planning. MAXI NIR, as a further example, enables real-time formulation for precise feed production at feed mill ingredients line. Nowadays livestock production is in the spotlight as one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable and at the same time economically viable livestock production will continue to be constant challenges for producers. How is MHS addressing today’s challenges contributing to sustainable food production? Our customers face increased complexity as they balance animal health and welfare, performance, and business economics while reducing their environmental footprint. We partner closely with customers to provide advice and offer holistic solutions knowing that appropriate animal feeding is the key to ensure resilience, welfare and performance of the animal. Our MHS portfolio plays an essential
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