NEWS 96 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE May 2024 What impact will global changes have on Canada’s feed industry? How can local solutions help the sector thrive? How can the feed industry address animal nutrition and feed security to build the sector of tomorrow? Answers to these questions will be at the core of the 8th annual Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC) hosted by the Animal Nutrition Association of Canada (ANAC). The event will gather feed industry specialists, researchers, and industry partners from across Canada and around the world in Winnipeg from May 14-16. “We are looking forward to hosting an outstanding conference,” says Rhett Arnason of More than Just Feed, Vice Chair of ANAC. “Today there are many changes impacting our sector, from the global to the local level. We have the opportunity to work together, share knowledge and drive progress to emerge as a leader in this new landscape. The ANCC will offer valuable perspectives on many of the key developments along with a robust technical program, networking opportunities, student events and more. We can’t wait to welcome our feed industry community to Winnipeg – a fitting location as a major hub of our country’s feed grains sector and agricultural community.” With a conference theme of “Animal nutrition and feed security: Global changes and local approaches,” the event will showcase ideas and insights on many key issues, trends and developments. “As researchers and feed industry representatives, it is always valuable to come together to share our unique perspectives,” states Dr. Greg Page of Huvepharma, ANCC Program Chair. “Our program promises to inform our shared knowledge while stimulating fresh thinking on how we can work together for a successful and sustainable future.” Read more>> Global changes and local solutions featured at ANCC 2024 Thomas Rathmer has been named as the new Managing Director of BEWITAL agri GmbH & Co KG since 1 March 2024. The previous Managing Director of the speciality feed manufacturer, Gerrit-Jan Overbeek, is retiring, the company announces. Overbeek has shaped BEWITAL agri for 22 years and has continuously developed the company. “We are delighted to have Thomas Rathmer, a proven expert in animal nutrition and animal health with a strong international network, on board the BEWITAL Group. To support the future development of the company, we have made targeted investments in our production facilities and expanded our global sales network in recent years. With Thomas Rathmer, we believe we are very well positioned for the future to utilise our growth opportunities worldwide,” said Jürgen Petershagen from the owner family. After completing his agricultural training, Thomas Rathmer studied agronomy in Soest. He has been part of the BEWITAL agri team for over ten years and took over the position of Sales Manager in 2021. Thomas Rathmer was appointed an authorised signatory of BEWITAL agri at the beginning of the year. Read more>> BEWITAL agri announces its new managing director Thomas Rathmer
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