September 2024 Year: 4 Issue: 44 Feed Additive INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE FOR ANIMAL FEED & ADDITIVES INDUSTRY Dr. Klara Schmitz, Miavit Natural balance - Phytogenics in the gastrointestinal tract Carlos Vergara Robles, Lallemand Safeguarding probiotics in ruminant feed production Doug Kitch, CPM A 360 approach to particle size optimization www.feedandadditive.com Natural & Phytogenic Feed Additives Advancing Sustainability in the Animal Food Industry
Publisher Muhammed Akatay [email protected] Responsible Manager Özlem Akatay [email protected] Editor-in-Chief Derya Yıldız [email protected] Editors Burak Varol Zeynep Demirkaya [email protected] Communication & Marketing Lisa Atakul [email protected] Design Alper Kandemir [email protected] Web Design Caner Cem Pulat [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 Dear Readers, In this month's issue, we focus on an important topic shaping the future of the animal nutrition industry: phytogenic feed additives (PFAs). The positive effects of plant compounds derived from natural sources on the health and performance of animals are attracting increasing attention in the industry. Today, especially with the restriction of antibiotics in animal husbandry, the need for alternative solutions has become even more evident. PFAs stand out as a natural and effective option. These plantbased wonders can provide many benefits in animal nutrition thanks to their active ingredients such as essential oils, flavonoids, tannins and saponins. Supporting intestinal health, increasing nutrient absorption, supporting growth by increasing feed efficiency, protecting cells against oxidative damage with its antioxidant effect, strengthening immunity, increasing the palatability and nutritional value of meat are just some of these benefits. The increasing number of scientific studies on PFAs and the discovery of new benefits contribute to the intensification of the use of these natural compounds that support sustainability in animal nutrition. However, it is essential to continue this research in order to develop more effective and specific products with new plant species and extraction methods, to reduce the economic costs of the products and to determine the synergistic effects of PFAs with other feed additives. It is our duty to share the results of the latest scientific studies with the representatives of the animal nutrition industry. Just like in this issue... I hope that our rich content on PFAs, which mean health for animals, productivity for farmers and sustainability for the planet, will enlighten you. I wish you a pleasant reading. Hope to meet you in the next issue... Back to the Nature: The Rise of Phytogenic Feed Additives 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
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CON T E N T S 24 ISSUE FOCUS NATURAL & PHYTOGENIC FEED ADDITIVES 26 A NATURAL ANTIOXIDANT ALTERNATIVE TO VITAMIN E Marlien de Kock, Selko 44 PHYTOGENIC FEED ADDITIVES FOR A MORE RESILIENT POULTRY PRODUCTION Madri Brink, Orffa 58 PHYTOGENICS: ELITE FEED ADDITIVES FOR AQUACULTURE SPECIES Gerred Fuchs, Anpario plc 69 A SHIFT AMONG PHYTOGENICS: FROM FIRST TO SECOND GENERATION Dr. Stephanie Ladirat, NUQO Feed Additives 63 HOW TIMELY PREVENTION OF RESPIRATORY DISEASES REDUCES TREATMENT AND LABOUR COSTS Dr. Elisabeth Holl & Dr. Bernhard Eckel, Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition 30 FROM NATURE TO NUTRITION: THE POWER OF ESSENTIAL OILS Thierry Aubert, Cargill Animal Nutrition 50 CAN PHYTOGENICS HAVE A MEANINGFUL EFFECT IN COCCIDIOSIS CONTROL? Madalina Diaconu, EW Nutrition 34 A NATURAL SOLUTION FOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE, SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE Dr. Vincent Jacquier, Agrifirm 36 RUMIBIO ADDRESSES RUMEN ACIDOSIS BY IMPROVING RUMEN FLORA Paul Fransen, Volac 54 NATURAL BALANCE - PHYTOGENICS IN THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT Dr. Klara Schmitz, MIAVIT GmbH 66 SUPPORTING GLUCOSE SPARING EFFECT IN EARLY LACTATION COWS WITH PHYTOMOLECULES Sebastien Constantin, ADM 38 INCREASING LAYING PERSISTENCY & EGG HATCHABILITY OF PHASE-2 BREEDERS WITH A NATURAL ANTIOXIDANT Steven Beckers, Impextraco - Belgium
CON T E N T S 86 SAFEGUARDING PROBIOTICS IN RUMINANT FEED PRODUCTION Carlos Vergara Robles, Lallemand Animal Nutrition 99 IMPACT OF INGREDIENTS’ FRESHNESS ON CAT AND DOG DRY PET FOOD PALATABILITY Ivan Marchioni, Kemin Nutrisurance EMEA 90 THE SILENT SABOTEURS: IDENTIFYING AND COMBATING MYCOTOXINS IN DAIRY PRODUCTION Thomas Pecqueur, Cargill Animal Nutrition 96 A 360 APPROACH TO PARTICLE SIZE OPTIMIZATION Doug Kitch, CPM Industrial Solutions ARTICLES CP Foods and VEGA partner for efficient feed production 111 Evonik completes expansion of DL-methionine production facilities 115 Avril Group announces its new company: Eurolysine 10 Trouw Nutrition and Selko to host event on sustainable dairy production 23 ADM to focus on traceable soybean meal and oil 19 Elanco unveils $130 million investment to expand mAb production capacity 112 NEWS 80 ADVANCING SUSTAINABILITY IN THE ANIMAL FOOD INDUSTRY Lara Moody, IFEEDER 82 MAXIMISE FORAGE VALUE FOR BETTER SUSTAINABILITY AND PROFITABILITY Dr. Virginie Blanvillain Rivera, AB Vista SUSTAINABILITY INTERVIEWS 76 ANDRITZ TRANSFORMS INDUSTRY WITH AUTONOMOUS PLANT SOLUTIONS BY 2027 Marcel Franitza, Andritz 73 CIRCULARITY, UPCYCLING AND SUSTAINABILITY WITH OLIVES AS A FEED INGREDIENT Kathrin Schilling, BioPowder MARKET REPORT GLOBAL PHYTOGENIC FEED ADDITIVES MARKET 104
6 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 The challenges of ending global hunger and food insecurity continue to intensify. Addressing these challenges requires the efficient production and distribution of safe, abundant, affordable, and sustainable supplies of grain, oilseeds, feed, and related products. At the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA), we are dedicated to delivering services and advocating for policies that empower the U.S. grain and feed industry to meet this critical global need. Since its founding in 1896, the NGFA has represented and served commercial businesses involved in the U.S. grain and feed industry. Although specific industry issues have evolved through the years, the NGFA’s core activities continue to focus on enabling U.S. agriculture to help satisfy the growing global demand for healthy, nutritious foods. FACILITATING EFFICIENT TRADE The NGFA is committed to advancing free-market principles and the use of necessary rules and standards that foster and sustain public trust and confidence. To that end, the NGFA has established and actively maintains five sets of Trade Rules to facilitate the purchase and sale of grain and feed products: 1) grain; 2) feed; 3) barge; 4) barge freight; and 5) secondary rail freight. The rules establish and promote a common understanding concerning the rights and responsibilities of buyers and sellers and are incorporated into most U.S. commercial contracts. The trade rules also provide a foundation for resolving disputes through the NGFA Arbitration System, a system created in 1901 and thought to be the oldest private commercial arbitration system in the United States. PROMOTING INNOVATION To be resilient and successful, animal agriculture and the feed industry depend on scientific advancement and innovation. That’s why the NGFA has strongly endorsed the Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development (IFEED) Act (H.R.6687 and S.1842) introduced into the U.S. Congress in 2023. The bills would establish a new regulatory pathway at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for novel feed additives to make substantiated claims associated with enhancing animal production, safeguarding the environment and enhancing the safety of animal-derived foods. In addition, the NGFA advocated for and strongly supported the FDA’s recent withdrawal of a policy that had prohibited nutritive feed products from making animal production claims unless the product gained approval as a new animal drug. ENSURING FEED AND FOOD SAFETY The NGFA focuses on ensuring feed and food safety by supporting overall improvements in the U.S. regulatory framework and advancing industry compliance. In addition, the NGFA promotes systems and programs for feed manufacturers that enhance the safety and quality of feed and food products. Since 2011, the NGFA has been actively involved with the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance ‒ a broad-based public-private alliance of industry, academia, and government stakeholders ‒ organized to assist the human and animal food industry in understanding and complying with requirements established by the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). THE U.S. GRAIN AND FEED INDUSTRY: WORKING TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF GLOBAL HUNGER AND FOOD INSECURITY David Fairfield Senior Vice President, Feed National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) LEAD ARTICLE
FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 7 As part of its ongoing commitment to the industry, the NGFA continues to offer regular FSMA animal food training courses and recently launched five feed distance learning courses that provide information about FSMA-related requirements. The NGFA’s efforts also extend to emerging feed safety threats, such as Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus (PEDv), Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), and foreign animal diseases, such as African Swine Fever virus (ASFv). The NGFA is engaged in stakeholder forums to evaluate and address the potential transmission of viruses through feed and promote the use of meaningful biosecurity practices. ACCESSING GLOBAL MARKETS Food security depends on the ability to trade and move grain and feed products. As much as 30 percent of all grain and oilseeds and their associated products produced globally move into international trade – a trade that is critically important to farmers, ranchers, food processors and exporters, and consumers across the globe. The NGFA advocates a proactive U.S. trade agenda focused on expanding market access and fostering the use of science-based health and safety rules to create global opportunities for U.S. products. With the challenges associated with negotiating free trade agreements, the NGFA strongly supports the Agriculture Export Promotion Act of 2023 (H.R. 648) and Expanding Agricultural Exports Act of 2023 (S.176) to increase funding for the U.S Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Market Access Program (MAP) and Foreign Market Development Program (FMDP). The NGFA opposes efforts to strip China of its Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status. Revoking PNTR for China would have a substantial impact on U.S. GDP, exports, and prices, as well as the global economy. Significantly, China, Mexico, and Canada account for one out of two dollars of U.S. agricultural exports, according to USDA data. BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE There is a growing focus on reducing carbon emissions within U.S. agriculture and the national economy. Through the Biden administration’s efforts, the United States has set a goal to achieve a 50 percent reduction from 2005 levels in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (EPA) currently attributes about 10 percent of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions to agriculture, emissions primarily generated from animal agriculture (methane) and agricultural soil management (nitrous oxide). U.S. and global sustainability initiatives have the potential to significantly impact the grain and feed industry over the next decade. As sustainability criteria are standardized and adopted, practices associated with animal agriculture will change and the industry will need to provide nutritional solutions that provide enhanced feed efficiency, safeguards for animal and public health, and environmental benefits. The feed industry has been engaged in sustainable practices since its inception by recycling safe, nutritional products as feed for animals, and has a great story to tell. Moving forward, the industry will need to be proactive and engaged in stakeholder forums to identify and formalize the indicators and metrics that will shape sustainability into the future. To better respond to this evolving issue, the NGFA has formally established a Sustainability Committee. The committee currently consists of industry experts who provide recommendations on how the NGFA should address both public and private sustainability initiatives that are relevant to our members. The NGFA also is engaged in stakeholder organizations and forums that are influencing what sustainability means for our industry. CONCLUSION By facilitating efficient trade, promoting innovation, ensuring feed and food safety, accessing global markets, and building sustainable goals, the NGFA and its more than 800 member companies are working every day to combat food insecurity and hunger worldwide. These efforts are driven by the commitment of our volunteer industry leaders and the dedication of the people who transform America’s harvest into food, feed and fuel.
NEWS 8 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 Nasekomo, one of the leading biotech innovators dedicated to advancing the insect industry, announced an upgrade to its neonate delivery service for Hermetia illucens (black soldier fly, BSF) newborn larvae. The company points out that this enhancement introduces a groundbreaking suspension technology, significantly improving the efficiency and reliability of insect-based protein production. “The extended suspension of the newborn larvae was a testament to the innovative efforts of Nasekomo's R&D department,” says Bartosz Grodzki, Head of the Nasekomo Multiplication Center, underlining that the company is deeply committed to scientific research. “We've always prioritized a deep understanding of the biology of our insects, which is fundamental in creating solutions that meet the needs of the growing insect industry. The more we explore the biological intricacies of Hermetia illucens' life cycle, the more complexity we uncover, but we also see a wealth of new opportunities," adds Grodzki. Nasekomo states that as the insect bioconversion industry evolves, with companies specializing in different stages of the process, it has consistently provided high-quality neonate delivery services, thereby supporting the growth of the insect industry. “The complexity and specialized knowledge required for each stage are driving the industry towards a more specialized and segmented approach” explains the Co-founder of Nasekomo Marc Bolard. According to him, outsourcing the breeding stage reduces operational costs and allows producers to focus on rearing and processing. Read more>> Nasekomo improves insect protein production efficiency with new suspension technology One of the leading innovators in health, nutrition, and beauty, dsm-firmenich expanded Sustell™, its life cycle assessment (LCA) platform for animal protein, to meet the environmental footprinting needs of the beef industry. Sustell™ now empowers beef producers to measure and understand the full environmental footprint of their operations, enabling targeted reduction programs that are both cost-effective and tied to genuine sustainability improvement. Sustell™ for beef encompasses all stages of beef production, including cow/calf operations for breeding and growing stages for replacement and beef cattle. It covers feedlot, housed, and pasture, range, and paddock production systems. According to dsm-firmenich’s statement, developed in cooperation with experts such as the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Sustell™ for beef adheres to the most up-to-date standards, including the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 2019 guidelines, ensuring robust and credible assessments. With this new development, Sustell™ offers customized environmental footprinting for feed, aquaculture, poultry, swine, dairy and beef production, enabling companies in the value chain to take control of their sustainability data, meet reporting requirements and unlock new business opportunities. Read more>> dsm-firmenich expands Sustell into beef industry
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 9 A company with a focus on innovation and manufacturing of natural botanical extract ingredients and solutions, Layn Natural Ingredients announced the launch of TruGro CARE Joint Health, a natural polyphenol-rich botanical extract solution designed for use in pet food, treats, and supplements. This innovative product aims to address the growing demand for natural solutions to support pet joint health. “Many products designed to promote joint integrity for our pet companions provide symptomatic relief by improving the range of motion or reducing discomfort,” said Jim Roza, Chief Scientific Officer at Layn Natural Ingredients. “However, these products contribute little to resolving the underlying causes of joint dysfunction. Causes such as inflammation, bone resorption, and cartilage loss are all contributory factors that can manifest into a loss of strength, motion, and quality of life. Our TruGro CARE Joint Health ingredient harnesses the power of polyphenols, demonstrated in numerous studies to inhibit oxidative stress, and thereby helping to address the root causes of joint discomfort and impairment.” The company states that TruGro CARE Joint Health contains a synergistic solution of three polyphenol-rich extracts from epimedium, pomegranate and mango leaf. These botanicals work together to support a healthy inflammatory response and to support bone, cartilage and muscle health. In its statement, Layn Natural Ingredients shares the following details about epimedium, pomegranate and mango leaf: - Epimedium is the source of a flavonoid called icariin. Icariin has been studied extensively to reduce bone resorption and promote osteoclast production to protect against bone loss. Icariin exerts anabolic effects in bone through the activation of estrogen receptors as researched in both animal and human studies Read more>> Layn Natural Ingredients launches additive ingredient for pet industry VIV Asia 2025, one of the premier international trade shows for the animal protein production and processing industry, is set to be the largest and most comprehensive edition in its history. Scheduled to take place from March 12-14, 2025, at the IMPACT exhibition centre in Bangkok, this event will feature expanded exhibition space, extensive expert knowledge, and enhanced digital platforms, the organizers announced. VIV Asia 2025 is led by a strong international team that combines Southeast Asian and global expertise to create the leading show for animal protein production. Tom Faulkner, the Senior Project Manager from VNU Europe, has been guiding the event's delivery over the past year. He works closely with show partners, media organizations, international exhibitors, and stakeholders to ensure a top-tier event. Bow Juntasing, Project Manager of VIV Asia 2025 from VNU Asia Pacific, is dedicated to ensuring the readiness and support of exhibitors. She connects stakeholders in Southeast Asia with global brands and invites prospective buyers and visitors to join this landmark event. Together, Faulkner and Juntasing lead a globally active team to deliver an unparalleled experience at VIV Asia 2025. Read more>> VIV Asia prepares for its largest edition yet
NEWS 10 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 According to a survey conducted by Pets International Magazine, 50% of pet owners prioritise nutritional intake when selecting which products to purchase. This was followed by health benefits (29%) and flavour (23%), underscoring the need for nutritious, yet palatable options. This shift is evident in the livestock feed industry as well. According to a report by Zion Market Research, the global market for animal feed additives, including those that enhance immune health, is projected to reach USD 59.04 Billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 5.5% between 2021 to 2028. In light of this, Henning Gerstenkorn, Business Development Manager, Animal Health at Ohly, a provider of yeast-based ingredients for animal health, explained the role of yeast extract in improving immune health and palatability, and how manufacturers can enhance these elements during the production process. In his statement, Gerstenkorn shared: Keeping livestock healthy is, of course, a priority for producers. And with increasing levels of antibiotic resistance, there’s a growing need for alternatives to antibiotic growth promoters. Incorporating yeast extract into animal feed comes with multiple benefits, ranging from improving palatability to strengthening the immune system. Since yeast extracts are highly palatable, often adding meaty or roasted notes, animals such as pets are much more willing to eat food which encompasses this component. This can be particularly beneficial for animals with a reduced appetite to increase feed intake. Yeast cell walls are the outer, protective layer of the yeast cells and are primarily composed of complex carbohydrates, including beta-glucans and mannan-oligosaccharides. These two active ingredients can support the immune system. Read more>> Expert insight: Improving immune support and palatability in animal feed One of the industrial and financial leaders in the French vegetable oil and protein sector, Avril Group announced the creation of Eurolysine, a new company that will unify the activities taken over from the Metex Group. The company stated that a new name, chosen to revive the activity's international reputation and leadership in the fermented amino acids market. Following the Commercial Court's decision to accept Avril's bid, in association with the SPI fund managed by Bpifrance on behalf of the French State, the company created for the takeover, which will be jointly held by Avril (55%) and the SPI fund (45%) has been named Eurolysine. Avril pointed out that this name harks back to the company's industrial and commercial past, evoking a brand whose expertise and quality is renowned among customers. It also expresses the ambition of the project put forward by Avril, in association with Bpifrance: restructuring the business in order to guarantee its long-term future, and thereby boosting the sovereignty of the French and European animal nutrition sector and providing it with new development prospects. Eurolysine SAS is currently managed by Rudolph Hidalgo, reporting to a Strategic Committee presided over by Avril CEO JeanPhilippe Puig, and made up of representatives of the two stockholders and independent administrators. Read more>> Avril Group announces its new company: Eurolysine Product Description
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 11 The animal health business of Oil-Dri® Corporation of America and one of the global leaders in mineral-based feed additives that optimize the intestinal health of poultry and livestock, Amlan® International announced the launch of Phylox® to the Philippine poultry market. Nezus Philippines Corporation was recently granted registration to distribute the non-pharmaceutical anticoccidial solution. Amlan argues that Phylox is a revolutionary feed additive tailored to prevent coccidiosis in poultry. “We are thrilled to introduce Phylox to the Philippine market,” said Dr. Michael Hua, Director, Asia Pacific at Amlan International. “This product launch underscores our commitment to advancing animal health and productivity through natural solutions. Producers are seeking alternative anticoccidials like Phylox, which can be used up to slaughter without a withdrawal period, to reduce resistance and address late-stage coccidial challenges. Phylox not only addresses the critical need for effective coccidiosis control, but meets the evolving market demands for antibiotic-free poultry products.” Coccidiosis poses a major challenge for the Southeast Asian poultry industry, particularly in the Philippines, where it threatens animal health and the economic stability of poultry production. During the rainy season, environmental conditions favor parasite growth, leading to high prevalence rates in broiler farms. This results in significant economic losses annually due to reduced feed efficiency, weight gain, increased mortality rates, and costly conventional treatment and prevention methods. Read more>> Amlan launches Phylox for poultry industry in Philippines Production animal benefits are attributed to the prebiotic effect of seaweed fibre leading to improvements in gut microbial balance, intestinal physiology and digestive efficiency. Increased beneficial bacteria, Improved FCR and Nutrient uptake. Lower Mortality, Consistent ROI. Manufactured by Ocean Harvest Technology www.oceanharvesttechnology.com Irish Facility 00353 (0) 93 51 807 Available for Application in Pellet, Crumble, Meal and Fine Powder forms. OceanFeedTM Prebiotic Seaweed Blends Proven Functional Feed Benefits
NEWS 12 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 Huvepharma Inc., aiming to strengthen its commitment to production animal health, entered into a sales and marketing agreement with ADM, one of the global leaders in innovative solutions from nature, to widen its ruminant nutrition portfolio. Through this partnership, three ADM feed additives will be made available immediately to the ruminant product line of Huvepharma's growing list of livestock solutions. "This agreement with Huvepharma will expand producers' access to ADM's science-based feed additives that have demonstrated effects on production efficiencies," said Simon Walley, President-North America, ADM Animal Nutrition. "Precise and responsible animal feeding are the core of our global animal nutrition business. We are dedicated to optimizing nutrition and supporting animal health while mitigating environmental impacts. ADM continually investigates new technologies to serve global nutritional needs, including nutrition solutions to mitigate stressors and improve animal performance." ADM's feed additive solutions are supported by research exploring their bioactive and physiological activity and impacts on animal performance. Included in this new agreement are the following solutions: “Forming this partnership with ADM is another demonstration of Huvepharma’s commitment to supplying the industry with excellent nutritional solutions that meet the challenges unique to animal agriculture,” explained Glen Wilkinson, President of Huvepharma Inc. Read more>> Huvepharma partners with ADM for ruminant nutrition One of the global leaders in yeast manufacturing, Angel Yeast unveiled an initiative that unites universities and enterprises to form an innovative consortium dedicated to advancing synthetic biology technology. This initiative also accelerates the construction of the Xiaoting Synthetic Biology Industrial Park in Yichang, Hubei Province, China. Angel Yeast explains its goal as to establish an integrated industry chain, starting with yeast production and extending through fermentation of raw materials, bio-manufacturing, and product application. By 2035, this initiative aims to develop a 50-billion-yuan (USD 6.89 billion) industry cluster. In the era of rapid technology development, synthetic biology has been coined "the third biological science revolution". It makes each cell a "super factory" that can continuously produce specific substances after targeted modification, to be widely used in the manufacturing of food, medicine, biochemicals, new materials and more. At present, yeast is one of the most applicable microbial cell factory platforms with high editability and controllability. As one of the global leaders in the field of yeast R&D and production, Angel Yeast points out it has been laying out the industry roadmap for synthetic biology to accelerate its development. With this in mind, the Xiaoting Synthetic Biology Industrial Park was unveiled in 2023 and the consortium was founded in May 2024. Read more>> Angel Yeast brings together consortium for synthetic biology development
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 13 Adisseo, Your Partner in Problem-Solving, By focusing on enhancing animal resilience and offering comprehensive and tailored solutions to combat stressors, Adisseo aims to be your trusted partner in addressing the challenges of modern animal farming. Resilience: Thriving through Challenges SECURE PERFORMANCE www.adisseo.com Ensure feed safety and quality Cope with the environmental challenges Optimize gut’s functions
NEWS 14 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 In an industry-leading move, Hyatt Regency Sydney, one of Australia’s largest hotels, became the first hotel in the world to implement Goterra’s compact sustainable food waste management system onsite. Championed by owners M&L Hospitality, this initiative marks a significant step towards managing the hotel’s food waste and reducing its carbon footprint and environmental impact. Goterra's system, created and led by CEO Olympia Yarger, employs innovative technology to manage food waste using insects. The system utilises Black Soldier Fly larvae to break down food waste onsite rapidly and at a large scale. Housed in high-tech, containerised units dubbed ‘Maggot Robots,’ the larvae can devour vast amounts of food waste, reducing it by 95% in just 24 hours. This transformational innovation will help the industry tackle climate change, aligning Hyatt Regency Sydney with global sustainability goals, Goterra points out. "When you manage food waste with insects, you radically reduce the impact it has on the world. Using insects in tandem with industrial robotics means we manage waste efficiently, producing a sustainable protein that can be used in agricultural supply chains, creating a truly circular system," Goterra CEO Yarger explains. According to the statement from Goterra, Hyatt Regency Sydney is Australia’s largest premium hotel. Boasting 878 rooms, award-winning dining experiences and 4,000 square metres of flexible meeting and event spaces that can house up to 1,000 guests, the hotel actively manages thousands of tonnes of food waste every year. In a huge win for bettering sustainable supply chains, the new system closes the loop with a ‘circular egg’; whereby Goterra processes the hotel’s food waste with insects and technology, then provides the hotel’s key egg supplier, Hilltops Free Range, with the insect protein as a feed mix alternative. Read more>> Hotel in Australia manages food waste using insects From August 6 to 8, 2024, Impextraco Latin America was present at the International Animal Protein Show (SIAVS), one of the largest events in the sector in Latin America, reaching 30,000 accredited participants from more than 60 countries. The event, held in São Paulo, brought together the main professionals, companies and experts in the industry, providing an environment for the exchange of knowledge, innovation and development of new partnerships. During SIAVS 2024, Impextraco Latin America highlighted its innovative solutions for animal nutrition, focused on sustainability and efficiency. Read more>> Impextraco Latin America highlights innovative solutions in animal nutrition
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 15 Superior & Sustainable Animal Feed Solutions We build equipment that just runs. CPM is the world’s leading provider of innovative and automated solutions for new equipment and aftermarket. A company focused on increasing efficiencies and sustainability in the $500B global animal feed supply chain, BinSentry secured $15M in new capital in the form of a Series B round led by Spring Mountain Capital, as well as additional debt financing. BinSentry has also reportedly crossed a major milestone in market penetration. Using data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to manage large supply chains and cut costs is a hot topic in agriculture. BinSentry points out it has made significant technology advancements in applying AI to its feed management software platform. Pairing best-in-class IoT sensors that deliver over 98% accuracy for feed inventory monitoring, coupled with software tools that use AI to create alerts and suggestions, unlocks new cost savings and valuable insights for feed mills and animal producers. BinSentry recently closed a funding round, securing $15M in new capital. Spring Mountain Capital is joining the effort in a sign that BinSentry is maturing and gaining commercial traction, the company states. “We have been incredibly impressed with what BinSentry has built over the last five years, led by Ben Allen. Bringing digital transformation to the agricultural industry will not only unlock cost savings, efficiencies, and insights, but also serve to improve animal health. The capital that we have provided will help the company continue to accelerate growth and extend their product portfolio,” says Jamie Weston, a partner at Spring Mountain Capital. Read more>> BinSentry secures $15M in new Series B funding
NEWS 16 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 Selko hosted a mycotoxin academy in Bangaluru, India, 24-25 July. Ten presenters, including globally renowned experts on plant science, feed processing, and poultry, dairy and aquaculture production, delivered a multi-faceted look at mycotoxin risk factors affecting animal feed. The day-and-a-half program considered how causative factors and emerging threats – such as climate change – are generating mycotoxins in the field, in storage, during processing, and in animal feed. “Our team dove into four key areas – crop field conditions, raw material storage, feed production and the animal – to understand how these areas affect the mycotoxin challenges in Asia, Africa and beyond,” said Dr. Swamy Haladi, Global Technical Commercial Manager for Selko's Mycotoxin Risk Management Programme. Following are highlights of the inaugural academy. Presenters reviewed how masked and emerging mycotoxins are accelerating mycotoxin detection and mitigation efforts. While these mycotoxins have always been present, enhanced detection and analysis are shedding new light on how they affect animals and humans. Dr. Haladi noted that some regulatory bodies are putting a higher focus on detecting masked mycotoxins. In western Europe, analysis for masked DON is conducted along with the standard DON analysis. Read more>> Selko holds inaugural mycotoxin academy in India According to the recently unveiled RaboResearch Global Pork Quarterly Q3 2024 report, a better cost environment and resilient demand are supporting the outlook for global pork markets. Lower feed costs will support farming expansion, and pork consumption in the second half of 2024 should improve due to seasonal demand. However, disease pressures and trade vulnerabilities – including China’s antidumping probe into EU pork imports – remain risk factors. Global trade is facing challenges from geopolitical dynamics. China’s launch of an antidumping probe into EU pork imports is raising concerns about the vulnerability of global trade. The US-China trade war that started in 2018 has changed part of the global pork trade. The upcoming US presidential election could bring changes in US trade policy and uncertainty to global trade patterns over the coming years, adding complexity to the global market. Pork supply-demand balance will vary in different regions in the second half of 2024 (2H). Some countries, such as China, Vietnam, and Philippines, will see tight pork supply in 2H due to disease outbreaks, while other regions, including the EU and the US, will likely see pork supply increase slightly. Sow herd recovery will likely be faster than expected, especially in the EU and China. Productivity gains will continue despite recurrent disease issues in some regions. Lower feed costs will support farming expansion. RaboResearch expects ample global supplies of grains and oilseeds to pressure feed prices in 2H. This will continue to benefit producers and encourage herd expansion. Read more>> RaboResearch: Positive factors in pork supply chains but risks remain
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NEWS 18 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 ADVERTORIAL Throughout their full life cycle, ruminants face multiple stressors and challenges. A precise nutritional approach and effective environmental management strategy can optimize rumen efficiency and help maintain ruminant health. There are multiple ways to achieve these goals and partnering with the farm’s microbial ecosystem is an innovative approach. Lallemand Animal Nutrition, a global leader in the science of fermentation and a primary producer of yeast and bacteria, is providing such innovations. Our passion is harnessing microorganisms to improve performance and maintain animal health, optimize forage management and the microbial environment. INTEGRATED FARM SYSTEM WITH MICROBIAL SOLUTIONS ENHANCES MILK PRODUCTION This microbial ecosystem starts with the cow’s environment. Using microbial solutions, like MANURE PRO, a water-dispersible powder with live bacteria and enzymes, can promote the development of these beneficial microorganisms in the bedding. Other applications involve direct application on the hooves of animals, helping to maintain an optimal hoof microbial environment which can help to subsequently reduce overall lameness scores in cows. Forage is also a complex microbial ecosystem. Inoculating the forage with specific bacteria and enzymes can help producers manage silage quality and feed costs. Some inoculant strains, such as those found in the MAGNIVA range, are proven to help reduce losses and preserve key nutrients in the forage. A specific microbial ecosystem exists in the rumen, supporting fermentation and nutrient extraction. Here, microbial solutions such as LEVUCELL SC, a rumen-specific live yeast, can balance microbiota, reduce lactic-acid producing bacteria and increase the fibrolytic population. With the rumen-specific live yeast LEVUCELL SC, dairy cows can produce up to 6% more milk with the same amount of feed, even under challenging conditions such as heat stress or during the transition period. In the feed, prebiotics and postbiotics' microbial solutions can also be used for their toxin-binding activities, as seen with the Mannans Oligo Sacharrides (MOS) contained in AGRIMOS, or to activate specific immunity patterns at lower gut levels in young ruminants or adults. For example, YANG, an innovative combination of synergistic inactivated yeast fractions, when included in the milk replacer can maintain animal health, reduce morbidity leading to a global increase in average daily gain. A LONG LEGACY OF YEAST AND BACTERIA APPLICATIONS With more than 160 years of experience of yeast and bacteria production across a broad range of markets – from baking to biofuels – Lallemand is uniquely qualified to help you develop and offer specific products and services to answer specific customers' challenges. Lallemand Animal Nutrition continuously adapts its production processes, product formulations and technologies to meet your evolving needs and ensure optimal usability (e.g., TITAN Technology, patented technology dedicated to protect live yeast against pelleting harsh production processes). For ruminants, our expertise allows us to recommend optimal solutions for your specific feed applications: calf milk replacer, mineral, liquid molasses, total mixed ration (TMR), pellets and more. Let’s discover which solution we can provide to contribute to your success. LALLEMAND ANIMAL NUTRITION: MICROBIAL SOLUTIONS TO OPTIMIZE RUMINANT PERFORMANCE
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 19 As the agriculture industry awaits final implementation guidance from the European Commission on the forthcoming EU Deforestation Regulation’s requirements, ADM took the initiative to begin offering fully verified, segregated, traceable soybean meal and oil to meet the needs of European customers. Supply is currently sourced from North American farmers enrolled in ADM’s re:source™ program, and ADM continues to work across other key regions to pilot soybean crushing and exporting of both beans and meal to the EU in fully traceable and segregated supply chains. In addition, on September 17 at 9:15 am, ADM’s nutrition experts will share an overview of their science-backed solutions for the feed industry, through an extensive range of service to address today’s and tomorrow’s challenges, and an effective range of products including: • Sharing knowledge of protein nutrition including low protein diets, digestible protein and amino acid specifications • Species-specific premix, complete feed, feed additives and ingredients-based solutions • Trace minerals and mineral buckets for ruminants of all life stages • Saccharin-free sweeteners for swine • NEW! XRF analysis service Read more>> ADM to focus on traceable soybean meal and oil According to the recently publicized RaboResearch Global Poultry Quarterly Q3 2024 report, the outlook for global poultry markets is further improving, driven by accelerated growth in poultry meat consumption (+1.5% to 2%) and disciplined supply growth in many markets. After four years of highly disruptive conditions, global poultry markets are moving toward more “normal” market conditions. Demand for value-added poultry products is recovering in line with expectations, due to gradually rising spending power and lower costs. Most of this global growth has been driven by strong local market conditions rather than trade. This is particularly true for emerging markets in Southeast and South Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Lower feed prices have made chicken more affordable, supporting demand recovery. The EU and the US are performing well this year, with relatively strong demand, controlled production growth, and rising prices. The main exceptions to this relatively strong market environment are China and Japan, where the industry has experienced overly ambitious growth rates above 3% this year, which negatively impacted local profitability. Brazil had also been heading toward an oversupply, but recent production cuts are expected to help balance the markets. Experts predict that global trade will become more competitive than in the past two years due to shifts in trade flows. In China, rising production, low prices, and sharply dropping imports will significantly impact global trade. Read more>> RaboResearch: Global poultry markets are recovering amid tougher trade conditions
NEWS 20 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 An Alltech company, Hubbard Feeds introduced Recharge®, an innovative solution for beef cattle designed to optimize intake, enhance performance, and increase profitability. Recharge utilizes advanced nutritional technologies that promote cattle well-being and support performance during challenging periods. This product helps cattle cope with stress, contributing to their overall vitality and productivity. Recharge provides a proactive approach to herd management, focusing on holistic nutrition strategies for cattle wellness. The line of products includes: • Recharge 0.5 Pellet • Recharge Micro 6g Premix • Recharge Drench • Recharge Block “Recharge uses unique nutritional technologies to enhance cattle health. Keeping cattle healthy is the key to optimizing intakes, performance, and ultimately, profitability,” says Dr. Mark Klemesrud, Ruminant Nutritionist at Hubbard Feeds. “Feeding Recharge to cattle during stress events can enhance health and improve feed intakes and performance.” Feedlot results show that the new product optimizes dry matter intake, improves ADG and feed efficiency, and provides a higher % cattle qualifying for drug-free program, according to the statement from Alltech. Read more>> Hubbard Feeds introduces new product line for beef cattle A global supplier of animal health and nutrition solutions, Innovad Group announced that it is investing in and enhancing its presence, activities, and product range in the Republic of the Philippines. The group has entered into a partnership with AgriPro Premier Nutrition, Inc. to strengthen the local market. Innovad Group and AgriPro explained they will be reintroducing Panbonis® in the Philippines. Robert Nichol, Business Director Asia Pacific at Innovad Group, expresses enthusiasm about the recent developments: "Strengthening access for the Philippine industry to innovative additives progresses through collaborating with exciting, motivated teams. This great development adds Panbonis® back into the AgriPro portfolio, continuing the work we started with our promise to expand flagship brands in the Philippines. We are committed to providing access to customers big and small through the successful establishment of a multichannel network of distributors and local traders." Robert Nichol, Innovad Business Director Asia Pacific, based in Singapore, concludes: “The wonderful people of the Philippines—resilient, enduring, and positive—have responded with tremendous enthusiasm. Leading this project has been a rewarding experience, despite the setbacks and challenges we’ve encountered and overcome together. The results are evident: farmers see the benefits, distributors observe positive progress, and the entire industry—from integrators to animals—is healthier and safer. This is due to our high-quality, natural, and technically complex products, all supported by excellent science and a customer-focused, trusted organization.” Read more>> Innovad to reintroduce plant-based feed additive
NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 21 An investigation done by Nofima reveals the negative effect that repeated mechanical delousing has on fillet colour. This effect has not been documented before and could be caused by several factors, Nofima explains. It may be due to increased breakdown of an antioxidant like astaxanthin when the fish are stressed. However, it could also be that reduced feed intake results in lower slaughter weight, which is of great importance in relation to fillet colour. If fish are slaughtered at a lower weight to avoid more delousing, this will have a further negative effect on colour. The findings are based on questionnaires answered by Norwegian industry actors in 2023, data on fillet colour from commercial productions between 2012 and 2023, and from Nofima’s R&D licenses. FHF – Norwegian Seafood Research Fund has funded the study, which has been carried out by Nofima senior scientist Trine Ytrestøyl and her colleagues. “There is a high degree of correlation between what the fish farmers report in the questionnaire and what we observe affecting pigmentation in the data analysis, so there is reason to believe it provides a realistic picture of the situation,” says Ytrestøyl. Not all fish farmers perceive inadequate fillet colour as a problem. Some report a reduction in pigmentation in 2 percent of slaughtered fish, while others indicate problems with 20-40 percent of the slaughtered fish. There is also variation in their target for the lowest acceptable colour, ranging from 24 to 27 on the SalmoFan scale and between 5 and 7 milligrams of astaxanthin per kilogram of fillet. Read more>> New research details fillet colour status in farmed salmon Engineering Feed Solutions www.orffa.com - Follow us on EXCENTIAL ALLIIN PLUS Garlic and cinnamon to support gastrointestinal health WATCH THE VIDEO • Combination of cinnamon and garlic • High concentration of active ingredients • Stable product, because of unique production process • Supports health and performance of animals • Applicable in multiple animal species EXCENTIAL ALLIIN PLUS Visit us at EUROTIER Hall 22 | Booth C18
NEWS 22 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2024 Finnish company that offers knowledge, tools and solutions to profitably upcycle organic waste into high-protein animal feed, Manna Insect unveiled that its FARM Hub has launched after going through a testing period. The FARM Hub includes lots of new content, such as Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming training materials, webinar recordings, and a full BSF training course, together with a whole new learning center, a BSF business calculator, an insect farm management tool (Manna Insect Farming App), and an AI-assisted BSF knowledge base, and more, all for free. There's paid premium content as well, such as advanced training materials, a visual dashboard to Manna MIND customers, premium Farming App features and more. The company explains that all necessary content to getting started is there for free to watch, read, and to run BSF farms accordingly. Read more>> Manna Insect launches insect farming hub TARGAN, Inc., one of the innovative animal AgTech systems companies, secured its first international placement of WingScan™ as part of efforts to transform the production of animal protein worldwide. The company has announced that the automated chick feather sex identification system has been delivered and installed at Trouw Nutrition’s Ramsay Hatchery in Saint-Félix-de-Valois, Québec, Canada. Eric Stejskal, General Manager, East Region of Canada at Trouw Nutrition North America, says: “TARGAN’s system is an impressive innovation and aligns well with our company purpose, to feed the future. We’re always looking for next-gen solutions to help ensure we feed our growing population, sustainably.” TARGAN states that with a throughput of up to 100,000 chicks per hour, depending on the configuration, the advanced imaging system uses artificial intelligence (AI) to achieve the equivalent performance of up to 32 or more manual bird sexers, with an in-field accuracy of up to 98%. Ramin Karimpour, TARGAN’s Founder and CEO, commented on the placement: “By automating the sexing process, hatcheries can tackle labour challenges, expedite delivery and shorten the time chicks spend at the site. The system itself is also less invasive on the bird, which increases animal welfare." “By automating feather sexing, more producers will be able to take advantage of the benefits of sex separated rearing. At the farm, sex-specific feeding strategies can be implemented, and barn space can be optimized. More consistent feeding and reduced competition among chicks lead to increased uniformity. This reduction in size variation benefits both primary and secondary processing stages, facilitating the introduction of new automated processes at the plant,” Karimpour adds. Read more>> TARGAN installs first sex identification system at Trouw Nutrition's hatchery
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