NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE July 2024 87 Industry experts gather to discuss insect feed and food sector The 5th edition of the "Insects to Feed the World" (IFW 2024) conference, organised by the Asian Food and Feed Insect Association (AFFIA), concluded at the Singapore EXPO on 22 June 2024. The event served as a pivotal platform for advancing dialogue and collaboration in the insect feed and food sector. Over 600 participants attended IFW 2024, underscoring its significance as a global gathering of industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs committed to exploring innovative solutions for food and feed security. Key highlights included significant talks by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), Herman Teo, on "Developing a Comprehensive Insect Regulatory Framework for Singapore" and by MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura) representative, Nur Sharalyn Abdullah, on “Assessing Halal Certification of Insects”. Notably, Singapore achieved a milestone with its first halal certification for insects by MUIS, reflecting its commitment to diverse dietary needs and food security. The conference featured five parallel sessions covering a wide range of topics, including insect regulatory frameworks, engineering, biology, and Lunch and Learn sessions on market outlooks, BSF developments in China, and breeding strategies. These sessions facilitated robust discussions and knowledge exchange among participants, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging experience throughout the event. Read more>> Tyson Foods appoints Maria Martinez as new independent director Tyson Foods, Inc. announced the appointment of Maria N. Martinez as a new independent director. Martinez most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Cisco Systems from 2021 until 2024 and previously held the role of Chief Customer Experience Officer. Prior to Cisco Systems, Martinez held executive positions at leading technology companies including Salesforce, Microsoft, Motorola and AT&T’s Bell Labs. With extensive experience in operations and digital transformation, Martinez currently serves on the board of directors of McKesson, Computer History Museum and the Silicon Valley Education Foundation. She also serves as an advisor on the President’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Puerto Rico and a master’s degree in computer engineering from Ohio State University. “Maria is a proven business leader in the technology industry who will help Tyson Foods expedite our data and digital initiatives,” said Chairman John H. Tyson. “We are pleased to welcome her to the board and look forward to the significant insights and experiences she will bring to the company.” “I was drawn to Tyson Foods as a purpose-driven, world-class food company. I look forward to bringing my perspective to the board’s work as the company continues to execute its digital strategy to grow its business sustainably and create value for shareholders, customers, team members and communities,” expressed Martinez. Read more>> Maria Martinez
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