NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE October 2024 107 Cargill Philippines hosted its 2024 Poultry Business Conference (PBC) at the Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort in Clark, Pampanga on September 10. With the theme “Leading Business Through Synergistic Collaboration”, the event stressed the vital role of strategic partnerships in addressing the evolving needs of the poultry industry and securing our food future. As the Philippines’ population grows, so does the demand for poultry as chicken and eggs are staples in every household. With per capita consumption reportedly expected to rise by 3 to 5% and production growing steadily at 7%, the future of the poultry industry is promising. However, the bright outlook comes with its share of challenges including disease, climate conditions, market fluctuations, and importation issues – all of which require collective action. Cargill’s Poultry Business Conference brought together industry leaders, poultry owners, and stakeholders to discuss emerging trends and strategies that are essential for the sector’s future. Cargill explained the several key themes emerged at the conference as: Southeast Asia, with its growing preference for poultry, is set to become a significant player in the global market. Nonetheless, local productions are impacted by consumer spending that has yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels – thanks to the sticky inflation. The Department of Agriculture’s (DA) call for increased egg consumption to address oversupply issues and lower farm-gate prices highlights the need for adaptive strategies in this ever-changing market. Read more>> Cargill Philippines discusses future of poultry industry at PBC FEDIAF unveils updated 2024 Nutritional Guidelines for pet food The voice of the European Pet Food Industry, FEDIAF EuropeanPetFood unveiled the updated 2024 Nutritional Guidelines for Pet Food for Cats and Dogs. This comprehensive document details essential information on the recommended nutrient levels for cat and dog food, according to their life stage, health status, and activity levels. Meticulously peer-reviewed by FEDIAF’s Nutrition Working Group and Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), which consists of independent nutrition scientists in academia and private consulting from European countries, these guidelines are the primary reference for pet nutrition in Europe, trusted by EU authorities, consumer organizations, professionals, and pet owners alike, according to the press release. Alice Tempel Costa, FEDIAF Deputy Secretary-General, highlights their importance: “These guidelines are the go-to, essential resource for manufacturers committed to producing safe, nutritious, and palatable food for pets. They incorporate the National Research Council (NRC) data and latest scientific research, serving as a practical guide for developing both complete and complementary pet food recipes. The document also includes a useful glossary, ingredient explanations, detail on energy requirements and annexes on body condition scores, in addition to a summary of the risks of certain human foods for pets.” Read more>>
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